Model.PageBodyTags
About Us

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

The Biochemical Society is committed to placing equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI) considerations at the heart of all our activities.

We continue to embed strong EDI principles as we move forward through our next strategic period, supporting a more accessible community with diverse identities at all levels. 

Our approach is guided by the Society's Manifesto for Change, which was launched in 2021. This set out our commitments to creating awareness, taking action and holding ourselves accountable in this space. EDI activities are driven by the Society's EDI Advisory Panel, which feeds into all strategic and operational discussions across our organisation.

We will ensure our community has an appreciation of EDI and knows what EDI means to us.

We will create processes, procedures and tools to implement “EDI best practices” into the success and growth of the society and its members.

We will regularly review and update the organisation’s work to ensure transparency and demonstrate how plans are being put into action.

Learn about our EDI panel members

Our EDI Advisory Panel works to support a diverse and representative community, helping to ensure our activities are open, transparent, and available to all.

Find out more >
We are an EDIS member
EDIS logo
We support In2ScienceUK
In2ScienceUK logo
Our strategy
Purple placeholder
“

The advancement of the molecular biosciences necessitates a diverse and representative space where everyone feels welcome. Together with our community, we will continue to focus on cultivating a sense of belonging that affords opportunity to all.

“ 
Headshot of Professor Sheila Graham
Professor Sheila Graham

Biochemical Society Chair
Multicoloured wooden blocks stacked on top of each other.

Diversity in Science Grants

Our Diversity in Science Grants scheme provides grants of up to £500 to individuals, groups, charities or not-for profit organisations. At our discretion, the Society may also award up to £1,000 for individual projects.

The next round of funding will open for applications in October 2023.

Find out more

Contact us

For any questions regarding EDI please email the EDI team.

Share This

Need help?

Select a category to see some suggested searches to get you started…

Find out more about aseptic technique Journals
What can I do with a biochemistry degree? How do I transition between industry and academia? What non-academic careers can a biochemist do?