Equity and Diversity is something that has great importance for the TRR360. Allthough we know that we are far from being an society with equal chances for everyone, we want to try our part by walking into the right direction. The inequality can be seen in the composition of our transregio very clearly. People from non-academic families, mothers, people of color, queer people as well as disabled people cannot be found as many in the TRR360 as among students, let alone in our society. The complete list with discriminating factors is of course is a lot longer. We as a transregio try to find ways to achieve a more diverse research team inside our project. We educate ourselves in this regard, giving us the chance to prevent stereotypical thinking and to learn about the value of a research made by everyone.

The most obvious mismatch between the composition of the society and our project is is the number of female scientists. Since the field of physics is generally very short of women, supporting the women inside the TRR360 as well as trying to encourage and hire competent female researchers on all levels is an important stone in our equity and diversity house. Once young female scientists are part of the TRR360, special training is provided to help them with their career. There is also an awareness of the needs and difficulties of working fathers and mothers. We offer child care for larger events and try to avoid, if possible, meetings in the late afternoon and evening. We are trying to create an working environment were everyone feels included and supported no matter how they are and where they are from.