The purpose of the HG DEI Committee is to initiate, execute, coordinate, and promote efforts to advance diversity, equity, and inclusion in our department, our university, and the scientific community. Through actions and advocacy, the Committee seeks to make our department a vibrant scientific community in which research, education, training, and outreach are strengthened by the expression of diverse perspectives and approaches. We will also contribute to advancing justice and equity at the University of Chicago, in the scientific fields of genetics and genomics, and in society.
We will continually work to:
- Increase the diversity of identities and backgrounds at all levels of our department by recognizing and counteracting biases that affect outreach, recruitment, retention, mentorship, education, and research.
- Foster an inclusive environment in our department that celebrates scientists, trainees, and staff of every identity and background, and that supports the expression of this diversity.
- Empower all members of our department to work together to build a diverse, equitable, and inclusive scientific community.