Diversity Statement

The Herpetologists’ League is committed to ensuring that all individuals feel welcome and included in herpetological research, mentoring, and teaching. We believe that unique and diverse perspectives and experiences strengthen our organization as a whole and, as such, this diversity and uniqueness should be fostered and nurtured. We are committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive environment that will foster a strong collaborative organization and which enables all established and aspiring herpetologists to feel respected, supported, and valued. HL is dedicated to inclusion and equity of all, regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, indigenous status, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or members of any and all underrepresented groups.