The Department of Brain and Cognitive Sciences at MIT is committed to the wellbeing of all members of our community. We strive to sustain a welcoming culture, dedicated to academic excellence and a shared commitment to each other’s well-being.

We envision a culture that fosters a true sense of belonging as we bring together diverse perspectives to explore and understand the mechanisms of the brain and mind at all levels. As stewards of the next generation of scientific leaders, we recognize our responsibility to establish inclusive and equitable policies and practices which will broaden participation in the sciences.

Our commitment to promoting a positive community and culture is crucial to our ability to develop innovative solutions to some of the biggest challenges in the field of brain and cognitive sciences. We will work to ensure that you see our commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice in everything we do.

We commit to developing, advocating for, and funding this vision, and sharing data on our progress as openly as possible.