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Scientist Kimberly Lezak tells Sudbury DEI Commission she will help address gender bias in science
Summary
Kimberly Lezak told the DEI Commission Oct. 9 that gender bias in science persists and recommended outreach via school newsletters and partnerships with LGBTQIA and senior groups; she committed to attending monthly commission meetings.
The commission interviewed Kimberly (Kim) Lezak about gender bias in science and how local DEI efforts can support women and underrepresented groups in STEM. Lezak described the professional and cultural challenges women face in science and recommended building support networks and targeted outreach to retain and empower women in scientific fields.
Lezak suggested practical outreach channels, including school newsletters and collaboration with community organizations such as LGBTQIA groups and the senior center, to broaden engagement beyond standard municipal outreach. She told the commission she would attend monthly DEI Commission meetings and expressed a continuing commitment to the work.
What’s next: the commission plans to continue its conversation in November, focus on defining what DEI means for the commission, develop branding and materials for public events, and interview a candidate (Lorena) as part of membership filling.
