Common Ground: Denver, CO
Common Ground is a community gathering centered on Black ecologies, collective care, and the relationships that connect us to the work, the land, one another, and the futures we are building.
2027 Aquatic Sciences Meeting
HOST: Association for the Sciences of Limnology and Oceanography
American Geophysical Union
HOST: American Geophysical Union
AGU is a global community supporting more than half a million advocates and professionals in the Earth and space sciences.
2028 Ocean Sciences Meeting
HOST: Association for the Sciences of Limnology and Oceanography
2028 American Geophysical Union
HOST: American Geophysical Union
AGU is a global community supporting more than half a million advocates and professionals in the Earth and space sciences.
Common Ground: Oakland
Common Ground is a community gathering centered on Black ecologies, collective care, and the relationships that connect us to the work, the land, one another, and the futures we are building.
Field Notes: The Reality of Living And Working Abroad
We will be joined by Dr. Cinda Scott who will explore the realities of living and working abroad as a marine biologist and ocean equity advocate.
Our monthly Field Notes sessions are open to BWEEMS members and supporters alike and we hope to see you there!
"I’m a scientist, educator, and public speaker. I’m also a fabunerd - equal parts fabulous and nerdy - obsessed with helping people everywhere embrace and love who they are. Exploring the world, learning about the wonderful creatures and ecosystems of the ocean, and sharing my knowledge and experience are my deepest passions." Dr. Cinda Scott
Register Now & Join the Conversation on Zoom
One Ocean Week Seattle
OOWS is a region-wide, international gathering of ocean leaders, innovators, researchers, policymakers, educators, and communities to accelerate solutions for a sustainable inclusive maritime future.
BWEEMS Virtual Networking and Career Fair (10-1 PST/1-4 EST)
Explore what’s possible at the BWEEMS Virtual Job Fair. Connect with employers and organizations working across science, conservation, research, government, environmental organizations, consulting, education, and related fields; learn about jobs and fellowships; discover career pathways you may not have considered; and build connections that can help you take your next step.
Blue Horizon Summit
The BIMS flagship annual conference uniting Black marine scientists for networking, professional development, and community building.
Black Futures in Science Panel: Ask The Scientist
What does it mean to be a Black scientist in 2026? From the triumphs of discovery to the challenges of a shifting funding landscape, the journey is complex and evolving.
Join BWEEMS for an essential conversation as we bring together a diverse panel of scientists from across the Black diaspora and various scientific disciplines. We will move beyond the traditional spotlight to discuss the current realities of being Black in science, the impact of shutting down governmental research programs, and our collective vision for the future.
Register here: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_tv-ujM8iT4eCKIMWOTY6tg
2026 Summit For Action
In a time of escalating environmental harm, political backlash, and deep uncertainty, our communities are being called to do more than respond to crisis. We are being called to hold the line.
September Field Notes - Member Spotlight
Meet the BWEEMS Members Behind the Work!
Join us for the September edition of Field Notes, where we’re putting our members in the spotlight and celebrating the work they’re doing across science, research, education, conservation, and beyond.
Come meet members of the BWEEMS community, hear their stories, learn about their work, and discover the ideas and experiences shaping their journeys.
September 25 | Virtual | Free + Open to Everyone
You don’t have to be a BWEEMS member to join us. Come curious, come ready to connect, and come see what our community is making possible.
Join us for Field Notes and meet the people behind the work!
Register here: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_RQqj9a2wQtOEq1JDHTjl9g
August Field Notes: An Introduction to Environmental Justice
Environmental issues are never only about the environment. They are also about people, power, access, history, health, community, and who gets a voice in the decisions that shape the places where we live, work, learn, and play.
August 26th at 1:00 PM PST / 4:00 PM EST / 8:00 PM GMT
International Coral Reef Symposium
HOST: International Coral Reef Symposium
This will represent an important forum to highlight the plight of world’s coral reefs, including those across Oceania, and discuss management solutions with global applicability.
2026 ASLO-SIL Joint Meeting
HOST: Association for the Sciences of Limnology and Oceanography