BWEEMS @official-bweems.bsky.social · 06/04/2026Oh, but BWEEMS member Deniel Novella isn't done! Check out this piece, which explores the impact of gun violence on women in Trinidad and Tobago, using a feminist framework to challenge dominant narratives and inform more inclusive policy solutions. 020
BWEEMS @official-bweems.bsky.social · 03/04/2026Today is Aquatic Animal Day, and it is a reminder to appreciate life underwater and the progress being made to protect it. In 2026, we’ve seen major steps forward in marine science, from policy to deep-sea discovery! There’s still more to do, but this matters 🌊 050
Reposted by BWEEMSCorey Garza @profcgarza.bsky.social · 02/04/2026A good opportunity for early career scientists interested in marine technology. @uwsafs.bsky.social @uwenvironment.bsky.social @cientificolatino.com @accessiblegeo.bsky.social @sacnas.bsky.social @misselasmo.bsky.social @official-bweems.bsky.social @csucoast.bsky.social www.iie.org/programs/oce...iie.orgThe Ocean Futures Fellowship: Building Ocean Career Pathways | IIEThe Ocean Futures Fellowship is a six-month program that equips emerging ocean professionals with the skills, experience, and networks to lead in ocean science and conservation. Fellows engage in hand... 033
BWEEMS @official-bweems.bsky.social · 01/04/2026✨ Introducing Our Regional Event Funding Recipients! We’re so excited to support these community-led events happening around the world 🌍💙 From glamping trips to swim empowerment and cultural gatherings, this is what community looks like 💫 000
BWEEMS @official-bweems.bsky.social · 30/03/2026Who gets to shape climate solutions? BWEEMS member Deniel Novella highlights how Indigenous knowledge is often excluded from climate policy, despite protecting ecosystems for generations. We should be paying attention. 012
BWEEMS @official-bweems.bsky.social · 27/03/2026A newly identified deep-sea coral reef system off Argentina is one of the largest known. These corals grow in cold, dark conditions and support diverse communities over long timescales. #MarineScience #DeepSea #CoralReefs #OceanResearch #Conservation 010
BWEEMS @official-bweems.bsky.social · 24/03/2026Only 1. Let that sink in. Currently, in 2026, just ONE Black woman is holding a CEO position in the Fortune 500. Representation isn’t a trend, it’s long overdue. 021
BWEEMS @official-bweems.bsky.social · 17/03/2026🪸 What is the coral recruitment bottleneck? Reefs can’t recover without new baby corals settling and surviving, but very few coral larvae make it to adulthood. Swipe to learn why this stage limits reef recovery and how research like BWEEMS member Shannon Dixon’s is helping develop solutions. 🌊 0105
BWEEMS @official-bweems.bsky.social · 16/03/2026🔬 Featured Author Spotlight BWEEMS member Shannon Dixon is working on new technology to help overcome the coral recruitment bottleneck, improving coral settlement, survivorship, and growth to support reef recovery. 🪸 Check out the research and learn how innovation is helping restore our reefs. 030
Reposted by BWEEMSDr. Dawn Wright @deepseadawn.bsky.social · 16/03/2026A private "Fund for Science and Technology" awards $15M to @scrippsocean.bsky.social for desperately-needed deep ARGO, eDNA, and Thwaites glacier work!!! 🌊 🦑 🧪 ⚒️ scripps.ucsd.edu/news/fund-sc...scripps.ucsd.eduFund for Science and Technology Awards $15 Million to Scripps OceanographyScripps Institution of Oceanography at the University of California San Diego has received a $15 million grant from the Fund for Science and Technology (FFST). This support will expand observational c... 1399
BWEEMS @official-bweems.bsky.social · 13/03/2026📣 BWEEMS is looking for Social Media Ambassadors! Help us highlight the amazing work, stories, and achievements of Black women in ecology, evolution, and marine science while gaining science communication experience. 🌊🔬 Interested? Message us for the application link! ✨ 074
BWEEMS @official-bweems.bsky.social · 09/03/2026Curious as what the BWEEMS Team has been working on? Join the BWEEMS Team including our new Executive Director, Parker McMullen Bushman to learn more about current programs and exciting opportunities this year. Bring your questions and ideas. We’d love to here from you! 🗓 March 9 | 7 PM ET 000
BWEEMS @official-bweems.bsky.social · 06/03/2026A week of connection with BWEEMS ✨ 💫 Mar 9 | 7 PM ET — Virtual Open House ☕ Mar 10 | 11:30 AM–12:30 PM ET — Coffee with the ED 💛 Mar 10 | 6–7:30 PM ET — I Belong Here Imposter Syndrome Workshop Join us for community, reflection, and growth 🌱 000
BWEEMS @official-bweems.bsky.social · 04/03/2026🚨 Friendly reminder: TODAY is the deadline to apply for our mini-grant! 🚨 If you’ve been thinking about it, this is your sign to hit submit. 💻✨ Don’t miss the chance to receive funding to support your conference travel! 011
BWEEMS @official-bweems.bsky.social · 03/03/2026🌍🐾 It’s World Wildlife Day, a reminder that every species, from the smallest plankton to the largest predators, plays a role in keeping our planet in balance.💚 📸: Sharon Dorsey 042
BWEEMS @official-bweems.bsky.social · 02/03/2026BWEEMS members showed up and showed OUT at the Ocean Sciences Meeting in Glasgow 🌊✨ From powerful presentations to community moments in the hallway, our members were in the room, at the table, and shaping the future of aquatic sciences.💙 010
BWEEMS @official-bweems.bsky.social · 26/02/2026💙🌊 BWEEMS members are in the room and at the table! Excited to see our community represented at the launch of the ASLO Emerging Fellows Program, created with Schmidt Ocean Coalition, supporting students through mentorship, professional development, and real growth in aquatic sciences. 🌱🔬 021
BWEEMS @official-bweems.bsky.social · 23/02/2026Raising a toast 🥂 Dr. Alexandra Merkx-Jacques! Named one of Canada’s 7 Black Innovators by the Canadian Intellectual Property Office, her work turns agricultural waste into clean biofuel 🌱⚡ and pushes sustainability forward. 010
BWEEMS @official-bweems.bsky.social · 13/02/2026🌍 Psst! Did you hear? The Expanding Circles Fund applications are open! Get support to attend conferences, build community, and strengthen mentorship connections across BWEEMS. Don’t miss the March 4 deadline! 111
BWEEMS @official-bweems.bsky.social · 02/02/2026Women and girls are shaping science worldwide 🌍🔬 Send us a short video introducing yourself and your work and help us spotlight our global community. ⏰ Submissions close Feb 9 043
BWEEMS @official-bweems.bsky.social · 01/02/2026Black history is science history. Black brilliance is everywhere. This month, we honor the legacy, resistance, innovation, and joy of Black scientists past, present, and future. We’re not just part of history, we’re shaping the future. 🖤✨ 084
BWEEMS @official-bweems.bsky.social · 30/01/2026✨ BIG NEWS ✨ Our 2026 Mini Grants are here, and we’re investing in you! From conferences to research, living expenses to career tools, these funds are designed to help BWEEMS members thrive, not just survive. Multiple tracks. Multiple chances. Mark your calendars. 💸🌱 030
BWEEMS @official-bweems.bsky.social · 26/01/2026We heard you, deadlines extended ✨ We’re reopening applications for the Future Explorers Mentorship Track + launching a new job hunt–focused mentorship circle to support early-career members in today’s challenging hiring climate. Apply by Jan 28 → link in membership portal 020
BWEEMS @official-bweems.bsky.social · 23/01/2026Join us for our final wellness workshop of the season ✨ Love, Boundaries & Belonging with Vanessa Anyanso tomorrow Jan 24, 10–12 PM EST. Register via the membership portal 💙 010
BWEEMS @official-bweems.bsky.social · 22/01/2026We’re planning ahead and want your input! 💙 If funding weren't a barrier, which conferences would you want to attend in 2026–early 2027? Help us plan and shape future opportunities by dropping your ideas in the comments. ✨ 000
BWEEMS @official-bweems.bsky.social · 19/01/2026Honoring Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. today. May we continue building toward justice, equity, and a more inclusive future as we have done from the start, together. ✨ 030
BWEEMS @official-bweems.bsky.social · 13/01/2026✨ Navigating early career transitions doesn’t have to be a solo journey. The Future Explorers Mentorship Track is now open, with peer-led, small-group circles for early-career BWEEMS members to reflect, set goals, and build community. 📅 Apply by Jan 15 | 🗓 Feb–Aug 2026 001
BWEEMS @official-bweems.bsky.social · 12/01/2026⏰ Quick Reminder: Regional Event Funding applications are due January 15! Apply for up to $2,000 to host an in-person event in your region this spring. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to bring your local community together and submit your application soon! 000
BWEEMS @official-bweems.bsky.social · 09/01/2026✨ Mini Grants returning soon ✨ We’re excited to open our next Mini Grants cycle on February 11, supporting member initiatives across our community. More details coming soon. 👀💙 021
BWEEMS @official-bweems.bsky.social · 07/01/2026🌄 West region, you’re up next! Join Dr. Anamica Bedi de Silva on Jan 9 for a virtual space to connect and build community across the West. 💙 🔗 Register through the membership portal. 021
BWEEMS @official-bweems.bsky.social · 05/01/2026We’re kicking off 2026 with what matters most, community. 💙 This January, join us for our Regional Connection Circles: virtual gatherings led by regional representatives designed to foster connection, share updates, and build meaningful relationships with fellow BWEEMS members. 030
BWEEMS @official-bweems.bsky.social · 01/01/2026Happy New Year from BWEEMS! 💙 Here’s to new beginnings, new programming, new community moments! But most importantly another year of showing up for one another, 2026, let’s do this! 🌊✨ 030
BWEEMS @official-bweems.bsky.social · 31/12/2025✨ What a year. From glamping trips and candle-making to cooking classes, spa days, and new regional WhatsApp groups, you all showed up! Thank you for helping this community grow in joy, rest, and connection. Here’s to more moments and more magic together in 2026. 🤎✨ 020
BWEEMS @official-bweems.bsky.social · 25/12/2025We want to wish you all a Merry Christmas, we hope you spend your holiday surrounded by love, care and comfort! With love, Your BWEEMS Team 030
BWEEMS @official-bweems.bsky.social · 22/12/2025🎄 Holiday Break Alert! 🎄 BWEEMS will be closed from December 22, 2025 through January 2, 2026 as our team takes time to rest, recharge, and spend the holidays with loved ones. Thank you for an incredible year of community, connection, and growth. 💙 We’ll see you in 2026! ✨ 000
BWEEMS @official-bweems.bsky.social · 19/12/2025🌺 Caribbean fam, we’re gathering! Join Meghyn Fountain on Dec 21 for a virtual space to connect, collaborate, and build community across the islands. 💙 🔗 Register through the membership portal. 012
BWEEMS @official-bweems.bsky.social · 17/12/2025🍁 Canada Connection Circle! Join Moronke Harris on December 18 at 2 PM PT / 5 PM ET for a virtual gathering to connect, collaborate, and build community with BWEEMS members across Canada. 💙 🔗 Register through the membership portal. 010
BWEEMS @official-bweems.bsky.social · 16/12/2025💡 Regional Event Funding is open! Up to $2,000 to support in-person regional events (Mar–Jun 2026). ⏰ Apply by Jan 15 ✨ 011
BWEEMS @official-bweems.bsky.social · 15/12/2025💡 Regional Event Funding is now available! Have an idea for a community-building event in your region? This funding supports gatherings that bring BWEEMS members together, one event at a time. 🗓️ Applications are due January 15 ✨ Empower your vision and apply now through the membership portal. 000
BWEEMS @official-bweems.bsky.social · 11/12/2025🌍 Regional Groups are now live on WhatsApp! Join your region to stay connected, collaborate, and keep up with local BWEEMS events. 💙 000
BWEEMS @official-bweems.bsky.social · 08/12/2025🌵 Southwest members, it’s your turn! Join Makeda Mills on Dec 11 for a virtual space to connect, collaborate, and build community across the region. 💙 🔗 Register through the membership portal. 010
BWEEMS @official-bweems.bsky.social · 05/12/2025🎨✨ Bahamas members, let’s unwind! Join us for Holiday Pottery Glazing + Sips on Dec 13 at CAB Gallery in Nassau. No art experience needed, just come create and connect. 💙 RSVP by Dec 5! 010
BWEEMS @official-bweems.bsky.social · 04/12/2025✨ Author Spotlight! ✨ It's time for another #BWEEMSFeaturedAuthor Meet Shakira Goffe, creator of Look at ’em Glow, a fun, science-filled adventure into the world of bioluminescence. 💡 Grab a copy wherever books are sold! 020
BWEEMS @official-bweems.bsky.social · 02/12/2025🌍 Regional Connection Circles are back! Meet, recharge, and build community with BWEEMS members in your region. From the Midwest to the Caribbean to Europe, there’s a space for you. 💙 ✨ Check the dates + register through the membership portal! 001
BWEEMS @official-bweems.bsky.social · 01/12/2025✨ December is packed! ✨ From wellness workshops to regional connection circles (and even pottery + sips in The Bahamas!), we’re closing out 2025 in community. 💙 Check the lineup and join us for whatever feeds your spirit this month. 🔗 Register through the membership portal! 020
BWEEMS @official-bweems.bsky.social · 24/11/2025🌎 Central & South America Connection Circle is happening Nov 25 at 2 PM BRT! Join Aline Bueno for a virtual space to connect, collaborate & build community with BWEEMS members across the region. 👉 Register on the member portal. 020
BWEEMS @official-bweems.bsky.social · 18/11/2025✨ Are you ready for a new round??✨ We’re gearing up for our 2026 Regional Event Funding cycle! That means in-person gatherings, community building, and empowering our regions to bring their visions to life. Stay tuned, details coming soon! 💙🌍 010
BWEEMS @official-bweems.bsky.social · 16/11/2025✨ Join us for “Beyond Exhaustion: Black Feminist Pathways to Rest & Renewal” on Nov 17, 6–8 PM EST with the WELLS Healing Center & Vanessa Anyanso. Small-group follow-ups on Nov 24 & Dec 1 (12 ppl max). ✨ Not recorded to support presence. 041