What's Happening?
The Mojave Desert Land Trust is recruiting 'femme-aligned' students for a paid internship focused on night photography in the Mojave Desert. The Women In Science Discovering Our Mojave (WISDOM) project aims to document the desert's night skies, offering opportunities for female students, particularly those underrepresented in conservation. Interns will engage in activities such as night sky photography, data analysis, and creative projects, contributing to the understanding of astrotourism and conservation efforts.
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Why It's Important?
This initiative promotes diversity and inclusion in the field of conservation, providing valuable opportunities for female students to engage in scientific research and creative expression. It highlights the importance of documenting natural phenomena and contributes to the growing interest in astrotourism. The project supports efforts to preserve dark skies and raise awareness about environmental conservation, fostering a deeper connection between participants and the natural world.
What's Next?
The internship will run from October 2025 to April 2026, with participants contributing to ongoing research and conservation efforts. The project may inspire similar initiatives, encouraging more organizations to focus on diversity and inclusion in environmental fields. The findings and creative outputs from the interns will be shared with the public, potentially influencing perceptions of conservation and astrotourism.
