Why documenting nature is not the same as monitoring biodiversity Building the bridge between public engagement, scientific rigor, and meaningful conservation action 👤 by Claire O’Neill In an age of unprecedented biodiversity observations, understanding how we measure ecological change has never been more important. We frequently receive questions about why we host EwA projects and […]
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People, Places, Science–Building Urban E
© All photos in this article are the property of the author | Printable copy of this article: PDF ⎆ Participatory science as civic ecology Over the past ten years, the Earthwise Aware team has designed and run participatory science projects focused on urban systems in Greater Boston and beyond. These projects explore yards, streets, community […]
EwA Internship » Biodiversity and Climat
EwA Mentorship » Biodiversity & Climate Citizen Science EwA is seeking eco-driven, community-focused interns, to support our mission of advancing biodiversity conservation, climate research, and participatory science within our communities. EwA empowers individuals and organizations to engage ethically with the natural world, minimizing ecological disruptions and fostering sustainable practices. Through participatory science, we involve communities […]
Testimonial – Amanda
✨ Amanda’s Testimonial “This internship has not only solidified my goal of pursuing a career in conservation and ecosystem restoration but has also given me practical skills and experiences that will support me in that path.” Interning with EwA this summer has been an invaluable experience in building my skills as both an ecologist and […]
Clarifying Our Language: Why We Say Part...
From Citizen to Community to Participatory Science – EwA’s Perspective Respecting Histories: Choosing ‘Participatory Science’ Over ‘Community Science’ Author: Claire O’Neill A few years ago, we deliberately chose not to adopt community science because of its long-standing use by environmental justice groups to describe research that is community-led and rooted in advocacy, healing, and addressing […]
Conservation Needs Ecology Participatory...
Conservation Needs Natural History Participatory Science ▹ EwA’s participatory science model presented at ICCB 2023 (SCB’s 31st International Congress for Conservation Biology) Authors: Claire O’Neill, Jennifer Clifford, Kathy McGlathery | Earthwise Aware 🔗 Presentation | 📰 Handout An Essential Practice to Empower Communities and Help & Guide Science Earthwise Aware (EwA) implements “next generation” (data-driven) natural history […]
Testimonial – Kate
✨ Kate’s Testimonial “The community is so full of passion and kindness; they helped me further my love for nature and research.” I decided to intern with Earthwise Aware during the summer of 2021 for many reasons, including that their mission of protecting biodiversity through action-driven nature conservation and their emphasis on learning and community […]
Keeping a Forest Whole
Keeping a Forest Whole ▹ EwA conservation study presented at NENHC 2023, C*Sci 2023. Follow-up presented at DCR Symposium 2025. 👥 Authors: Claire O’Neill and Mina Burton | Earthwise Aware 🔗 Presentations » current / 2023 original (full/flash/poster) | 📰 Handout The Power of Community-driven GIS-focused Participatory Science In Massachusetts, a community has formed around co-creative participatory science using […]
EwA Participatory Science Volunteering
Biodiversity & Climate Science Need You! 🍃 Understanding how climate and land use impact plant and animal life is crucial for protecting and restoring habitats where species can thrive—even in urban green spaces. EwA is committed to this mission, and you can be a part of it too! EwA leads a comprehensive participatory biodiversity and […]
Lichens, Pollution, and Us
Visit a forested area that’s not near a city, and you’ll see all sorts of lichens decorating trees and rocks. But if you visit an urban area or walk alongside a highway roaring with traffic, you won’t find very many lichens. As a matter of fact, Downtown Boston is a lichen desert. Lichens get nutrients from […]