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Promoting Diversity, Fostering Excellence

Scientists from diverse backgrounds contribute important research to the field, but face unique challenges. We engage with the global community to empower these voices, strengthening the field.

Diversity Resources

  • SfN Diversity & Inclusion Strategy

    Review SfN's Diversity and Inclusion Strategy.

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  • My Experience as a Deaf Person in Science

    Melody Schwenk is a PhD student studying the intersection of language, cognition, and education at Gallaudet University.

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  • SfN 2020 Diversity Statement

    Core to SfN are the values of diversity, inclusion, and equity. Read SfN’s June 2, 2020 statement on diversity, inclusion, equity, and the need to engage those scientists historically excluded.

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  • Neuronline Resources

    Discover toolkits, articles, and interviews sharing advice on how to create equal opportunities for all scientists with Neuronline’s diversity resources.

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  • Looking for a Speaker?

    The following pages created by external organizations are available to identify speakers from diverse backgrounds.

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  • Neuronline Community

    Engage with other SfN members on topics of importance to you.

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Promoting Diversity

See how SfN's programs and awards advance female and underrepresented neuroscientists worldwide.

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  • Increasing Women in Neuroscience (IWiN)

    Our Department Chair Training to Increase Diversity is committed to promoting greater diversity and representation of women, minorities, and young investigators in all our activities.

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Diversity Events at SfN's Annual Meeting

The Early Career Poster Session is both a poster session and networking event, bringing together early career neuroscientists from diverse backgrounds, disciplines, and training programs. This includes:

  • Neuroscience Scholars Program (NSP)
  • Early Career Policy Ambassadors (ECPA)
  • Faculty for Undergraduate Neuroscience (FUN)
  • International partner organizations such as the Chinese Neuroscience Society (CNS), Federation of European Neuroscience Societies (FENS), International Brain Research Organization (IBRO), and Japan Neuroscience Society (JNS)
  • Trainee Professional Development Awardees (TPDA)

The program page is currently under construction to make way for the 2025 search engine. Please check back soon.

External Resources

Connect to other organizations that foster diversity through unique opportunities.

  • Annual Biomedical Research Conference for Minority Students (ABRCMS)
  • Enhancing Neuroscience Diversity through Undergraduate Research Education Experiences (ENDURE)
  • National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS)
  • Society for the Advancement of Chicanos and Native Americans in Science (SACNAS)
  • SPARK Society
  • Summer Program in Neuroscience, Ethics & Survival (SPINES)
  • Black in Neuro

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Join the National Research Mentoring Network

Gain access to:

  • Free virtual mentorship
  • Grant-writing coaching groups
  • Mentorship training
  • Additional professional development programs

Visit NRMN

Contact us if you have questions

Email diversity@sfn.org or call (202) 962-4000

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