Traveling for field work is common in the fields of ecology, physiology, and evolutionary biology. Surveys indicate that sexual harassment or assault is a significant risk during field work-related travel, especially for women and students (Clancy et al 2014). To reduce this risk as much as possible, this website informs researchers of their rights and responsibilities during field work-related travel. It is intended for researchers at all career stages. We hope the information on this site is useful for everyone, and we encourage feedback and suggestions for other links or information that could be included.
Questions to address when planning for field travel
In the UC Irvine Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology (EEB), all students, postdocs, and technicians have the right to separate sleeping quarters if preferred.
If funds are only available for shared rooms, EEB members may request matching funds by contacting Kathleen Treseder.
UC Irvine EEB has a departmental satellite phone with coverage in all areas of the globe. Department members can reserve it by contacting the EEB front office.
For incidents involving sexual violence or harassment, see Resources available for responding to sexual assault or harassment during field or conference travel and UC Irvine Sexual Violence Prevention and Response
Members of UC Irvine EEB can request matching funds for field assistant travel if existing funding only covers travel for one person. Contact Kathleen Treseder.
Members of the UC Irvine community who experience sexual violence or harassment can contact the UC Irvine Office of Equal Opportunity and Diversity for assistance with emergency travel arrangements.
Links
Contact information for US Embassies/Consulates and their emergency services to support those traveling abroad