A common goal

Imagine this: a community through which chemical societies around the world bring together academia, industry and decision makers in a collaborative forum, where all countries have an equal voice, and is the exemplar model of true diversity and inclusivity.

This is what we hope to achieve through Commonwealth Chemistry. Our origins go back to 2018, when over 30 societies from different Commonwealth countries came together to discuss the value of forming a federation. The group agreed that the one thing that brings a diverse grouping of countries together is a commitment to the values and principles of the Commonwealth. Tolerance, respect and understanding, gender equality, supporting young people and recognising the needs of small and vulnerable states are all vital for us to achieve our goals.

We reflect these principles in the Commonwealth Chemistry vision statement: One community, one voice, catalysing equality for all. Equal and inclusive representation from all Commonwealth nations with the recognition that those with greater resources will contribute more in order to support those with fewer resources.