Equity, diversity, and inclusion are fundamental principles to the Controlled Release Society and integral to excellence in scientific research and communication. CRS places a strong emphasis on ED&I, as evidenced by its inclusion as one of the five primary pillars in our strategic plan: "Advance Diversity, Equity & Inclusion within CRS and the Field." CRS takes pride in celebrating the diversity of its members, their ideas, educational backgrounds, and cultural experiences. The collective expertise, views, and experiences of the CRS community help drive scientific discovery and technical innovation for the betterment of all members and the society. CRS acknowledges and appreciates the unique contributions of each of its members in their pursuit of cutting-edge research, professional development, and relationship-building across the globe.
The privilege of membership in CRS requires that each member conduct themselves with the utmost professionalism, respect, and ethics always. We welcome all members with an interest in controlled release and strive for inclusion and equity, access and respect, irrespective of member's:
- Ethnicity/race/age/gender
- Cultural/religion/political affiliation
- Sexual orientation/gender identity
- Disability/physical abilities/special needs
- Communication or fluency skills
- Citizenship status
- Income level/net worth
- Education level/professional focus/work affiliations.
Ruth Schmid, Ph.D.
ED&I Program Director
Join Us at Our ED&I Events
(session times subject to change)
Monday, July 8
12:00 pm to 1:00 pm: ED&I Committee Meeting I
This is a closed meeting for members of the ED&I Committee only.
4:00 pm to 5:00 pm: ED&I Leadership Training
The ED&I Leadership training session is an invitation-only session to increase the awareness of the CRS leadership on various ED&I topics. The session will build a common understanding of DEI and its importance in CRS and the field. Then the session will give examples and learning points on how to include people with different backgrounds (race/ethnicity, LGBTQIA+ community, gender, disability, and cultural/religious/minority) through leadership.
Tuesday, July 9
1:30 pm to 2:30 pm: ED&I Committee Meeting II
All CRS members interested in ED&I activities and volunteering positions are welcome to join our committee meeting.
Thursday, July 11
5:30 pm to 6:30 pm: ED&I Session: Allyship: The LGBTQIA+ Community
Following up on the introductory session on allyship during the 2023 Annual Meeting in Las Vegas, we will focus on how we all can be allies to CRS members belonging to the LGBTQIA+ community. The session will include a presentation about the LGBTQIA+ community and how people can be allies, as well as a panel discussion with members of the LGBTQIA+ community discussing how CRS and its members can support the community.
Other Events of Interest with an ED&I Perspective
(session times subject to change)
Monday, July 8
7:30 pm to 8:30 pm: Social Activities
More information to come.
Tuesday, July 9
8:30 pm to 9:30 pm: YSC/FG Networking event
For more information see the YSC special group page here.
Wednesday, July 10
6:00 pm to 8:00 pm: Women in Science Awards & Networking
For more information see the Women in Science special group page here.
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