Session: The Faces of Process Safety: Process Safety Mentoring for Our IDEAL Workforce

Focused on a movement committed to driving action, by opening doors and eliminating barriers to advancement for people of diverse backgrounds and experiences. This session will have 4 speakers to each provide a 15-minute presentation then participate in a 30-minute panel Q&A session based on the following premise: “To give those new to process safety, those who see to expand or refresh their knowledge, and experienced professionals who can reflect on their current practices and provide an opportunity to learn about real life equal opportunity challenges for process safety and how to develop and achieve success.” This session will be based on the AIChE Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, Anti-racism, and Learning (IDEAL) commitment. AIChE believes that all who wish to be a part of the chemical engineering community should have equal opportunity to pursue and achieve success. We work toward a better future for all —through our technical expertise; through how we inspire, engage, retain, and advance future talent; and through how we treat each other within and beyond the profession. Solutions to 21st century problems require innovation and creativity, which are accelerated through diverse teams and by ensuring that spaces are inclusive. This session will also seek to establish a dialogue between the panelists and the attendees regarding both IDEAL issues and overall changing workforce demographics throughout the industry.