Advancing ACS' Core Value of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Respect (DEIR) in Chemistry

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ACS believes that an enduring commitment to diversity enables excellence, innovation, and transformative action by current and future generations of chemistry professionals.</p> </div> </div></div> </div> </div> <div class="col-md-3 col-xs-12 columnTwo columnEven"> <div class="column1 parsys"> <div class="text parbase"><div class="container " data-ishtl="true"> <div> <h4>Equity**</h4> <p>Equity ensures fair processes and treatment, equality of opportunity and advancement, and impartiality in access to information and resources. Equity requires the identification and elimination of barriers that prevent full participation and success of marginalized and underrepresented groups. We believe this is only possible in an environment built on dignity, inclusivity, and true belonging.聽</p> </div> </div></div> </div> </div> <div class="col-md-3 col-xs-12 columnThree columnOdd"> <div class="column2 parsys"> <div class="text parbase"><div class="container " data-ishtl="true"> <div> <h4>Inclusion**</h4> <p>Builds a culture of belonging by actively inviting the contribution and participation of all people. Every person鈥檚 voice adds value, and ACS strives to create balance in the face of power differences. 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