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. 2021 May 17;60(21):11572-11579.
doi: 10.1002/anie.202015297. Epub 2021 Mar 8.

An Area-Specific, International Community-Led Approach to Understanding and Addressing Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion Issues within Supramolecular Chemistry

Claudia Caltagirone  1 , Emily R Draper  2 , Michaele J Hardie  3 , Cally J E Haynes  4 , Jennifer R Hiscock  5 , Katrina A Jolliffe  6 , Marion Kieffer  7 , Anna J McConnell  8 , Jennifer S Leigh  5
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An Area-Specific, International Community-Led Approach to Understanding and Addressing Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion Issues within Supramolecular Chemistry

Claudia Caltagirone et al. Angew Chem Int Ed Engl. .

Abstract

Diversity, equality, and inclusion (DEI/EDI) are pressing issues in chemistry and the natural sciences. In this Essay we share how an area-specific approach is "calling in" the community so that it can act to address EDI issues, and support those who are marginalised. Women In Supramolecular Chemistry (WISC) is an international network that aims to support equality, diversity, and inclusion within supramolecular chemistry. WISC has taken a field-specific approach using qualitative research methods with scientists to identify the support that is needed and the problems the supramolecular community needs to address. Herein, we present survey data from the community which highlight the barriers that are faced by those who take career breaks for any reason, a common example is maternity leave, and the importance of mentoring to aid progression post-PhD. In conclusion, we set out an interdisciplinary and creative approach to addressing EDI issues within supramolecular chemistry.

Keywords: DEI; EDI; gender; marginalisation; supramolecular chemistry.

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Conflict of interest statement

The authors declare no conflict of interest.

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Histogram showing the numbers of survey responses by month from July 2019–June 2020.
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