Community Science Lessons From the Field

Sunday, September 7, 2025

1:45 PM - 2:45 PM US PT

Location: 2009

Community Science is a way of working in which community members use scientific research and innovation to address their own priorities. Hear from several museums that have collaborated with community partners on a range of Community Science projects to learn about the opportunities, challenges, and potential impacts of this work.

Naomi K. Wallace

Senior Manager of Programs
Association of Science and Technology Centers, United States
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Jenny Crayne

Manager, Programs
Association of Science and Technology Centers, United States
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Imani Vincent

Associate Program Manager for Climate Research and Engagement
Museum of Life & Science
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Mollie Kreb-Mertig

Curator/Naturalist
Cable Natural History Museum Cable, United States
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Gabrielle Crowe

Tribal Council Leader
Gabrielino-Shoshone Indigenous Nation, United States
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Sam Tayag

Community Science Program Manager
Natural History Museums of Los Angeles County, United States
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Lila M. Higgins

Senior Manager, Community Science
Natural History Museums of Los Angeles County, United States
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Ary Amaya (she/her/hers)

Kestal Libre Fellow
Anawakalmekak Indigenous School