DEI Statement

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

At the Sleep and Health Research Lab at the University of Notre Dame, we are committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment where all individuals are valued, respected, and supported. Our mission is to advance the understanding of sleep and health through rigorous research while promoting an inclusive culture that embraces the rich diversity of perspectives, experiences, and identities from our faculty, students, staff, and participants.

Diversity

We believe that diversity is essential to innovation and scientific discovery. Our lab actively seeks to include individuals from various backgrounds, including but not limited to race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, disability, and cultural perspectives. By welcoming diverse voices, we enhance our research, broaden our impact, and contribute to the well-being of all communities.

Equity

We are dedicated to ensuring that all members of our lab have equitable access to opportunities, resources, and support. We recognize that systemic inequalities exist and are committed to actively addressing these barriers within our lab and our research. We aim to create an environment where everyone has the opportunity to succeed and contribute meaningfully to our work.

Inclusion

We strive to create a welcoming and supportive space where every member feels a sense of belonging and is encouraged to share their ideas and perspectives. We are committed to ongoing education, dialogue, and reflection to ensure that our lab remains an inclusive and affirming environment for all.

Our Commitment

Our lab is dedicated to continuous growth in our DEI efforts. We are committed to integrating diversity, equity, and inclusion into every aspect of our research, from study design and participant recruitment to data analysis and dissemination. We hope to actively engage with our broader community to address health disparities and contribute to research that benefits all individuals, particularly those from historically marginalized groups.

Together, we will advance the science of sleep and health while upholding our values of diversity, equity, and inclusion, ensuring that our work is both impactful and just.