Initial Communication and Inclusivity Plans, #37

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 - [Overview](./human-practices/index.md)
   - [Communication](./human-practices/communication/index.md)
+      - [Infographics](./human-practices/communication/infographics.md)
+      - [Blog](./human-practices/communication/blog.md)
+      - [User Manual](./human-practices/communication/user-manual.md)
   - [Education](./human-practices/education/index.md)
   - [Inclusivity](./human-practices/inclusivity/index.md)
+      - [EDI Seminar](./human-practices/inclusivity/edi-seminar.md)
   - [Sustainability](./human-practices/sustainability/index.md)
   - [Event Recaps](./human-practices/events/index.md)
   - [Integrated Human Practices](./human-practices/ihp/index.md)

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+# Blog
+## Overview
+The Simply Synbio initiative from last year is introduced to a new medium of writing. It provides a way to bridge the gap between synthetic biology findings to the general public with the aims to promote discussion and invoke thought into the implications that synthetic biology discoveries brings to our communities. 
+## Context and Scope
+Science knowledge holds an important role in policy and decision making in society, which makes science communication crucial. The Simply Synbio blog is a team-managed blog that writes about new synthetic biology discoveries in a comprehensible format. The science blog is intended for audience members of all backgrounds to be able to understand and take part in the discussion of new breakthroughs with the science community. Along with the written portion of the blog, there is an even further condensed accompaniment posted on Instagram. 
+## Goals and non-goals
+### Goals 
+To communicate science to the general public
+To provide information in an accessible format; in a written form for the general public in mind and through further condensed Instagram posts 
+Practice science communication among members 
+Encourage members to partake in a team-wide activity 
+
+### Non-Goals 
+Increasing viewership and engagement - do not need to work on marketing other than reposting and supporting each other
+## Plan
+All information is written in [this document](https://docs.google.com/document/d/1-8aSKSGI76kBacukW1unSoVD9LehKRr7WmXuYSvquNM/edit)! 

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+# Infographics
+## Overview
+From April to July, Design will make infographics regarding the topic to practice graphic creation in the context of science communication.
+
+## Context and Scope
+Science communication and education are important in terms of creating an aware society that contributes to the science discourse. Infographics is one vessel that brings together aesthetic visuals and words to popularize knowledge regarding a certain topic. 
+
+The Design Subteam will create a series of infographics that reflect aspects of our project including, but not limited to: DNA Storage, the importance of science communication, microfluidics, and solid phase synthesis. 
+
+## Goals and non-goals
+### Goals: 
+To create visually appealing, comprehensive infographics for the general public 
+To practice making science-based graphics to convey information 
+
+## Plan
+Design will write up the information on the infographics 
+Any written information will go through approval from any related leads 
+Planning sessions will be implemented to organize graphic creations as well as an understandable layout 
+Final designs will be approved and shared to the rest of the team 
+Infographics can be posted on our website + instagram (if possible)! 

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+# User Manual
+## Overview
+The User Manual is a document that allows for scientists to use our product (DNA synthesis and software system) in an understandable and safe way. 
+
+Note that this is a working guideline; as the nature of the User Manual is based on an integration of all subteams, plans may change depending on the progress of Wet and Dry lab. 
+## Context and Scope
+As a foundational advance project with a clear deliverable in the form of a software that can be used to decode a DNA storage system, the deliverable should be as easy to handle as possible; in order to increase the accessibility and usability of our product, we need a manual that clearly describes the product in a step by step manner. The user manual should also include an extensive safety section in order to outline our deliverable as a safe product to use. 
+## Goals and non-goals
+### Goals 
+To clearly outline how to use our product
+To clearly outline the safety implications and hazards of the product 
+
+### Non-Goals
+A summary of our whole project; engineering design process, wet lab details, human practices initiatives, should not be included 
+Only relevant information will be included (context)
+## Plan
+Sections to include in the document: 
+* Introduction 
+* Quick intro of our team + project 
+* Explain any important components (TdT, vectors, software)
+*In what context the kit should be used
+* Materials 
+* User Guide 
+* Biosafety
+* Safety data sheet 
+* Handling information 

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+# EDI Seminar
+## Overview
+Science is a collaborative process; this means that inclusivity to provide as many perspectives as possible is needed. Human Practices will focus on the aspects of what it means to uphold Human Practice values in a research setting by hosting a panel discussion with members of the EDI community. 
+## Context and Scope
+Decolonizing research and being inclusive is needed in the science community in order to create a platform where ideas are shared equitably and fairly; this ensures that all voices are heard and contributes to discussion regarding societal and ethical implications of science.
+
+Human practices will be leading an EDI Panel discussion that focuses on Human Practices values. 
+## Goals and non-goals
+### Goals 
+To promote a platform of discourse on what it means to practice humanity within research 
+To promote discussion on how we can focus research on inclusivity; both within the research community as well as the wider community
+To highlight voices that may have been previously marginalized 
+To discuss ways that we can make research more accessible and inclusive; decolonizing research
+To provide a safe space where natural and authentic discussion can happen
+Encourage the thinking of the implications of science
+
+### Non-Goals 
+To enforce ideas on others - this platform lends itself for us to bring the idea of Human Practices onto the table; it is up to the panel to do with the information as they wish 
+## Plan
+We will invite 2-4 guest speakers with EDI backgrounds to come in to the seminar
+The first part of the seminar will be consist of an introduction for everyone
+The professors and their research 
+an introduction of the Human Practices team and what Human Practices is 
+The second part will lend itself as a platform for discussion on what Human Practices is, guided by questions created by the Human Practices subteam 
+After the premeditated questions are over, questions can be asked by the audience 
+After the session is over and time and venue allows, mingling may be allowed.