Education, Outreach, and Community Engagement

NSF SEES is committed to engaging a variety of new and existing users across our geographically distributed facilities. We strive to create an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome and valued. Our vision is to cultivate a vibrant and empowered community of synchrotron researchers dedicated to advancing these principles.

Our Strategic Goals

To further our mission, we focus on:

  • Welcoming all users: Actively attracting a broad user base
  • Supporting scientific and professional growth: Facilitating the development of our community and staff
  • Inspiring and training the next generation: Engaging youth and emerging scientists through mentorship
  • Engaging with the broader community: Collaborating with the external partners to enhance our impact
  • Fostering a respectful work environment: Maintaining a workplace free from harassment, discrimination, and bias
  • Continuously improving our initiatives: Regularly assessing our efforts to ensure we meet our goals effectively

Developing Our Framework

We invite you to review our documents:

  1. Code of Conduct
  2. Safe and Inclusive Work Environment Plan

Getting Involved

We encourage everyone to participate in our initiatives. Your insights and feedback are essential for fostering a welcoming environment. You can share your thoughts or ask questions by emailing us at [email protected] or engaging with us during outreach activities and workshops. For details about our recent efforts, please visit our Staff Outreach page.