JSM 2026 in Boston included a wide range of sessions and programming focused on the JEDI themes of justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion.
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‘See Different’: Statisticians with Disabilities Share Their Stories, Discuss Inclusivity
In recognition of National Disability Employment Awareness Month, the Committee on Statistics and Disability highlights three statisticians and data scientists with disabilities: Andrew Gelman, Kyle Keane, and Erin Chapman.
Update on Diversity in Education
In his latest article, David Corliss looks at the changes shaping DEI programs and shares how institutions are adapting while continuing to support student success, ethics, and inclusion.
International Day of Women in Statistics and Data Science to Highlight Community
A free virtual International Day of Women in Statistics and Data Science returns October 6, featuring six keynote speakers from six continents.
Promoting Diversity and Inclusion in Career Advancement with JEDI
The JEDI Professional Development Committee is expanding its efforts in 2026 to support career growth, mentoring, and diversity and inclusion across the statistics and data science community.
Gertrude Cox Scholarship Recipients Reflect on Growth, Mentorship
Abigail Loe and Olivia McGough received the 2025 Gertrude M. Cox Scholarship. Here, they talk about what life has been like since then.
JEDI Resources for an Evolving Environment
Today is a time of rapid change, with so many federal programs shrinking or going offline altogether. In response, statisticians and data scientists are preserving at-risk federal diversity and inclusion data through grassroots initiatives like the Data Rescue Project, Climate Mirror Project, and Internet Archive.
Finding the Middle Road
All around us, DEI is being challenged as never before. Under pressure to maintain government contracts and serve customers supporting the new administration, companies are discontinuing DEI programs. Yet, David Corliss says the science of diversity remains unchanged.
ASA Pride Scholarship Accepting Nominations
The ASA Pride Scholarship was established to raise awareness and support the success of LGBTQ+ statisticians and data scientists, as well as allies.
A Sampling of Inequity
Diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts are statistically compelling. In this month’s JEDI Corner, Eric J. Daza examines a Supreme Court decision relating to affirmative action.