Diversity Equity Inclusion and Accessibility in Science Centres and Museums
Hello and welcome to the Association for Science and Discovery Centre's inclusion website, dedicated to supporting science centres and museums towards being equitable, inclusive and fully accessible organisations. Here you will find tools, case studies and resources to support your work in creating spaces for a society where STEM is accessible, inclusive and valued by all as a fundamental part of everyday life.
Breaking down barriers: opening pathways to opportunity
Valuing inclusion Theory of Change
This Theory of Change defines, guides, supports and provides evidence for meaningful practice in values-led, inclusive science engagement within the Informal Science Learning sector.
Inspirational stories
Part of the evidence for the valuing inclusion Theory of Change, ASDC interviewed people who have been inspired to work in science as a result of visiting one of the UK's science centres or museums. These stories capture the awe and wonder that has stayed with them throughout their lives, shaping and influencing their careers.
Case studies
A range of case studies looking at inclusive engagement in practice from a range of perspectives.
Evidence backbone: reports & published papers
Links to the evidence informing the Theory of Change from consultants, partners and science engagement professionals within the STEM sector networks
How can we support you to value inclusion?
Partnerships
Partnerships are vital to good community based informal science learning or engagement.
Evaluating inclusion
Good evaluation helps us do our jobs better, more impactfully and can be embedded at all stages.
Co-creation in practice
Who to engage, when to engage them and how to engage them meaningfully.
Case studies
A range of case studies looking at inclusive engagement in practice from a range of perspectives.
Inclusive cultures
When partnerships lead to valuable outcomes the activities can be embed well beyond the duration of a particular programme.
Resources
This resource centre provides links to information, sites and videos to support science centres and museums on their journey to becoming a fully accessible social space. Here you will find…