Flux Diversity, Inclusion, & Belonging Committee

The Flux Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging (DIB) Committee aims to foster equity, diversity, and inclusion in developmental cognitive neuroscience by supporting minoritized members, fostering a sense of belonging, and empowering all members to address systemic oppression to improve research quality and societal impact.

The committee accomplishes this by 1) Providing affinity spaces and support for members, 2) Coordinating a session for the annual Flux meeting, and 3) Coordinating with other committees to promote values of equity, diversity, and inclusion in all Flux processes.

2024 Diversity, Inclusion, & Belonging Committee Members

  • Stefanie Bodison
  • Jenn Pfeifer
  • Lucina Uddin
  • Carlos Cardenas-Iniguez
  • Julia Moser
  • Kayla Green
  • Charles Geier
  • Ethan McCormick
  • Marjolein Barendse
  • Maya Rosen
  • Marybel Robledo Gonzalez
  • Monica Ellwood-Lowe
  • Rachel Romeo
  • Arielle Keller
  • Bernice Anaya
  • Artha Gillis
  • Maira Karan
  • Shefali Rai
  • Valerie Sydnor
  • Suzanna Perkins
  • Andrew Lynn

Flux Affinity Groups

Affinity Groups (AGs) in Flux are formed around a shared identity or common goal to build community among members of non-dominant groups and to foster inclusion and awareness in the broader community. Flux Society currently has five affinity groups that are led and maintained by current members. Current leadership information is listed below.

Would you like to join one of the Flux Affinity Groups?

If you would like to join any of the Flux Affinity groups, please sign up for the Flux Society Slack, where each Affinity Group has its own channel! Contact Carlos Cardenas-Iniguez if you have any questions!

Affinity Group Coordinator: Carlos Cardenas-Iniguez(carlosc2@usc.edu)

Allies and Advocates Affinity Group

Affinity Group Coordinator: Maya Rosen

BIPOC Affinity Group

Affinity Group Coordinators: Kayla Green & Maira Karan

Disability Affinity Group

Affinity Group Coordinator: Monica Ellwood-Lane

First-Gen Affinity Group

Affinity Group Coordinators: Julia Moser & Marybel Robledo

LGBTQIA+ Affinity Group

Affinity Group Coordinator: Andrew Lynn