Category: TFFF Learnings
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Failing Up: Stories of Mistakes and Failures in Archaeology
Failing Up: Stories of Mistakes and Failures in Archaeology In archaeology, we talk about methods, best practices, and outcomes. We talk about success stories and polished careers. What we talk about far less is the uncertainty, the fear, and the moments where we get it wrong and have to sit with the consequences. For many…
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Women’s Mental Health in Archaeology
Women’s Mental Health in Archaeology Archaeology is about digging deep—literally and figuratively. It’s an industry built on curiosity, adventure, and the thrill of discovery. In many ways, it’s the perfect social prescription for mental health. You’re outdoors, moving your body, uncovering the past, and connecting with something bigger than yourself. Yet, despite these benefits, women…
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Reflecting on 2024 and Looking Ahead
Reflecting on 2024 and Looking Ahead As we wrap up 2024, we sat down with our Founder, Margarita de Guzman to reflect on the year’s accomplishments, challenges, and the future of The Fair Field Foundation. Looking back on 2024, what accomplishments are you most proud of for The Fair Field Foundation? Honestly, considering how chaotic…
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Parenthood and the Field
This Mother’s Day, we want to celebrate many of the female archaeologists in our midst who are juggling work-life “balance” on the regular, something that also becomes more apparent during our field season. It’s no new news that having to be away from home for extended periods of time in the field means that there…
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