National Association for the Practice of Anthropology
Ethical Questions about Who Counts as an “Anthropologist” in Military Organizationsby Kerry Fosher “When I first started working with the U.S. military in 2006, military organizations were desperate to hire anthropologists. Leaders in these organization had a very basic sense…
Anthropology is a discipline adept at aiding business and technology in reframing, understanding and interpreting the worldwide crisis we are collectively facing-not just as consumers, but as individuals and communities in an ever more fragile environment. Anthropology, with core competencies…
The Anthro to UX podcast is for anthropologists looking to break into user experience (UX) research. Through conversations with leading anthropologists working in UX, you will learn first hand how others made the transition, what they learned along the way, and what…
NAPA’s “Toolkit of a Good Professional Anthropologist” featured in a new book: Designing an Anthropology Career Professional Development Exercises, Second Edition by Sherylyn H. Briller and Amy Goldmacher. From the book: “We hope that this book and its customized exercises…
Get inspired by learning what others have done at the NAPA/AAA Careers Exposition at Raising Our Voices 2020!Explore your career options on either Fri Nov 6, 12-2 pm EST or Fri Nov 13, 4-6 pm EST Talk with professional anthropologists…
AAA is offering three more Career Webinars — all on Thursdays at 1:00 pm EDT. They are free and open to the public but you must register! September 10, 1:00 EDT The Art of Persuasion: Articulating Anthropology’s Value to a Prospective…
Jo Aiken (University College London), Gigi Taylor (Indeed), Cathleen Crain (LTG Associates) Abstract: From the first impression to the follow-up, this webinar covers what you need to do before, during, and after the interview to get the job. Learn about…
Dawn Lehman (Pathways21), Ingrid Ramón Parra (Purdue University), William Tyner (National Geographic and Google), and Adam Gamwell (Missing Link Studios) Abstract: We offer quick and easy-to-do tips on getting your resume past screening systems and into the hands of the…
Discussions of ethics in technology and design have become more mainstream in recent years with the growth in power of digital tech. While companies have the ability to effect positive change, many seem to lack ethical principles in their decision…
What We BelieveAnthropologists are almost uniquely capable of and trained to understand and appreciate the complexity of the context of human views, behavior, and culture. We have used our preparation to study and address myriad societal issues that have defied…
A new year brings new opportunities for connecting at conferences and conventions. But if you can’t make all or part of the SfAA meeting in March, help us decide which sessions will be recorded for the 2020 SfAA podcast. Please…
Anthropology, like many other disciplines, is experiencing growing pains as practicing/professional anthropologists become an ever-larger part of the discipline. In this session, we discuss professional struggles tied to a changing discipline as well as models for creating more room for anthropological diversity, unity, and equity.