ASP Stands for Diversity in Science

Recent presidential executive orders and actions have negatively impacted funding and staffing at national scientific agencies, primate centers, universities, NGOs, and USAID. In the face of these cuts and increasing attempts to terminate DEI initiatives, the American Society of Primatologists affirms our support of our members and our mission to “facilitate better science about primates, ensure the conservation and welfare of primates, and educate the public and policymakers about primates.” We also stand by our commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility by supporting primatologists of all races, gender identities, cultural affiliations, ages, nationalities, sexual orientations, socioeconomic backgrounds, or abilities. We will continue to promote a safe and welcoming environment during our annual meeting, and to ensure that membership is accessible to all. As a scientific society, we fully recognize that our diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and lived experiences are our strength. 

ASP is committed to recognizing and promoting scientific excellence across a broad community of scholars and practitioners through our many grants, travel awards, educational and outreach initiatives, and mentoring opportunities. Information about these programs can be found on our website. We are committed to working closely with our members to support everyone from students and young professionals to senior researchers in continuing to advance their careers. Our goal is to foster an inclusive environment in which every member has equitable opportunities to grow and contribute to primate research during these uncertain times. We stand united, and we encourage you to share your concerns and ideas with us.

Written and approved by the ASP BOD February 2025, and again September 2025