In our work, the CREB UPC does not discriminate against individuals on the basis of any aspect of identity or difference, including but not limited to race, ethnicity, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, disability, citizenship, age, political views, socioeconomic status, veteran status, immigration status or physical appearance. This approach affects all aspects of CREB UPC work including services for researchers, students, administration of policies and procedures, hiring practices, initiatives and activities.

We believe that the mental and physical wellbeing of our researchers, students and collaborators is foundational to learning. We are committed to fostering an emotionally supportive environment where they can be their authentic selves, flourish as community members, and do their best work. We build this environment by supporting each other, promoting our own self-care as staff members, and engaging in and encouraging respectful discourse among researchers, students, staff, and faculty. CREB UPC is committed to the meaningful inclusion of all community members and actively advances underrepresented voices.

We do not assume that our organization is immune to biases or power imbalances. The many aspects of our identities confer various mindsets, expectations, and levels of privilege. We are committed to understanding and overcoming the many dimensions of exclusion that we are all exposed to through socialization. We are committed to educating and training researchers and students reach their goals. Our aim is not only to uphold UPC’s non-discrimination policies, but to create a genuinely inclusive environment for researchers, staff and the students.