Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
The Yale School of the Environment is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all students, staff, and faculty.
On This Page
Our diverse perspectives shape the way we approach environmental work. Thus, we aim to foster a school environment that supports all individuals to increase our collective learning, awareness, and empathy. In this way, Yale School of the Environment strives to promote leadership at the School and in communities around the world for a more sustainable future for all people and the planet.
Key Programs
New Horizons in Conservation Conference
The annual New Horizons in Conservation convenings are an opportunity to understand the status of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) within the conservation field and assess critical gaps.
Yale Conservation Scholars - Early Leadership Initiative
The Yale Conservation Scholars - Early Leadership Initiative (YCS-ELI) is a two-summer opportunity for undergraduates who are traditionally underrepresented in the conservation field and who are interested in careers in the sector.
Environmental Fellows Program
The Environmental Fellows Program (EFP) is a 12-week summer fellowship opportunity that seeks to diversify the environmental field by cultivating the career aspirations of master’s and doctoral students from historically underrepresented groups.
Related News
Events
New Horizons Conference Spotlights Urgent Need for Diverse Perspectives in Environmental Movement
Environmental leaders gathered at the 2024 New Horizons in Conservation conference hosted by Yale School of the Environment’s Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Sustainability Initiative (JEDSI) urged young professionals to use their abilities to help underrepresented communities have a voice in environmental policies that impact their well-being.
Centers and Programs