Every Little Action Counts in Academia

Christa Sathish and Anne-Wil Harzing 2025. Every Little Action Counts in Academia. Positive Academia.

TitleEvery Little Action Counts in Academia
AuthorsChrista Sathish and Anne-Wil Harzing
Abstract

Academia does not transform overnight - it changes through the steady ripple effects of everyday choices. Every Little Action Counts in Academia is a year-long guide to meaningful micro-actions that help cultivate a more positive academic landscape. Designed for educators, researchers, professional staff, and students alike, this practical booklet offers 52 weekly actions grounded in care, collaboration, and inclusion. Whether it is mentoring a colleague, citing inclusively, challenging exclusionary norms, or simply checking in with a peer, each action is a small, reflective and powerful step toward a kinder and more equitable academic world.

Year2025
PublisherPositive Academia
Publication dates
Published14 Jul 2025
ISBN9798291668894
Web address (URL)https://www.amazon.co.uk/Every-Little-Action-Counts-Academia/dp/B0FHSQXH3S
JournalIndependently

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