This portrait series reflects the people behind the work at PSI. It shares personal stories, motivations, and convictions. When different voices are heard, we strengthen our science and our community alike. At PSI, this means continuously working to remove barriers and to foster equal opportunities for all.
At PSI, diversity should not be considered an accessory to excellence, but part of its foundation. As a research institution that fosters international collaboration and interdisciplinary exchange, PSI brings together people from different cultural, social, and educational backgrounds. This diverse group of people contribute a wealth of experiences shaped by different generations, life paths, and fields of expertise, from first student projects and apprenticeships to decades of scientific work. It is precisely this range of perspectives that opens new doors, challenges assumptions and creates space for innovation.
The goal of the PSI Diversity Gallery is to encapsulate PSI’s commitment to openness, mutual respect and a culture in which diversity is both valued and celebrated. As ultimately, it is the people of PSI – in all their facets – that shape the success of the institution.
At PSI, it is important to value this diversity and to actively shape and effectively leverage it through clear goals, systematic measures, and a culture of continuous learning, so that it can realise its full positive impact. The success of PSI relies on the motivation and performance of its employees. As a federal institution, PSI should lead by example. The Committee for Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEICO) and the Competence Center for Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (CCDEI) supports the directorate in ensuring equity for all employees at PSI.