I value and celebrate diversity in all its forms. I strongly believe that a diverse team, comprised of people from various backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences, contributes unique strengths and insights to our research. I am dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment in which everyone is welcomed, respected, and supported.
I acknowledge that diversity includes race, ethnicity, gender, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, age, religion, national origin, language, disability, and socioeconomic status, among others. I pledge to work tirelessly to increase diversity and promote equity in our lab, field, and society as a whole.
I strive to foster an open communication, mutual respect, and collaboration culture in which everyone's ideas are and heard. I encourage and support all members of our lab community to pursue their personal and professional goals, as well as to contribute meaningfully to the advancement of science and society.
I recognize that promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion is a continuous process that requires ongoing learning and action. I am committed to continuously improving our policies, practices, and behaviors by learning from my mistakes.
I welcome all members of our lab community, as well as our collaborators and supporters, to join us in making the world more diverse, equitable, and inclusive.
Because as someone in the internet said: diversity doesn’t look like anyone. It looks like everyone. Let’s grow stronger, together.