Our commitment to diversity

The Kwon Lab is committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and respectful community where all members feel valued, supported, and empowered to contribute. We embrace diversity in all its forms—including but not limited to race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, age, socioeconomic background, immigration status, disability, neurodiversity, veteran status, and geographic origin.

Our commitment goes beyond words. We actively work to:

Recruit, mentor, and support individuals from historically underrepresented groups in science.
Maintain equitable practices in authorship, promotion, and leadership opportunities.
Provide education and opportunities for discussion on equity, inclusion, and anti-bias practices.
Create a lab environment where all members feel safe to share ideas, challenge assumptions, and contribute to decision-making.
Collaborate with researchers from underrepresented countries and provide opportunities for scientific exchange and training.

As scientists studying diseases that disproportionately affect marginalized communities in the U.S. and worldwide, we believe that lived experiences and diverse perspectives are essential to impactful research. We engage with affected communities as partners, valuing their knowledge and insights in shaping our work.

We recognize that building an equitable research environment is an ongoing process.

We commit to regularly reflecting on and improving our practices to ensure that our lab remains a welcoming place for everyone. We encourage individuals from all backgrounds to join us in working toward a world where scientific progress is made by all people and benefits all people equally.