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NASA Scraps Inclusion Plans After President's DEIA Repeal

1/25/2025

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Summary

Story summary

On January 20, 2025, a significant shift occurred when the U.S. President repealed DEIA initiatives across federal agencies, impacting NASA directly. As a result, NASA's Science Mission Directorate will revise the ROSES-2024 program, removing Inclusion Plans from future proposals, though current submissions will remain intact. This decision marks a pivotal change in the agency's approach to diversity and inclusion.

History

Historical Context

On January 20, 2025, the U.S. President repealed DEIA initiatives in federal agencies, directly affecting NASA's approach to diversity. This decision contrasts sharply with the post-World War II era, when the G.I. Bill and civil rights movements expanded inclusion in academia and government. Historically, such shifts reflect broader societal tensions regarding equity and representation, echoing past struggles for civil rights and social justice.

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Story summary

On January 20, 2025, a significant shift occurred when the U.S. President repealed DEIA initiatives across federal agencies, impacting NASA directly. As a result, NASA's Science Mission Directorate will revise the ROSES-2024 program, removing Inclusion Plans from future proposals, though current submissions will remain intact. This decision marks a pivotal change in the agency's approach to diversity and inclusion.

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