The Association of Science-Technology Centers (ASTC) received a $694,536 National Leadership Grant for Museums (CFDA 45.312) from the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) to lead research on how museums approach diversity, equity, access, and inclusion (DEAI) practices in the post-pandemic era. ASTC will partner with the Garibay Group and the Association of Children's Museums to develop a national survey to understand current DEAI practices in the museum field and convene a group of 60 museum leaders and practitioners to discuss the survey findings, challenges, and resources needed to implement DEAI practices and support DEAI planning strategies. The project aims to help museums become more knowledgeable about DEAI practices and better understand how to operationalize equity-focused practices, while also benefiting museum associations and professional networks by deepening their DEAI knowledge and enhancing ongoing DEAI professional development and capacity-building efforts.
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