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Our mission statements

The GDCh’s mission statements were developed by a facilitated working group during a strategy development workshop in November 2018. In addition to the President and the Executive Director of the GDCh, the working group comprised several members of the Board of Directors, staff from the office and other representatives from various GDCh bodies. In line with the vision “We discover chemistry for a better world”, the participants defined the first three mission statements. The fourth mission statement, on communication, was developed during a digital workshop in December 2021.

1. The GDCh is a vibrant network of committed members

For us, this means:

  • We provide attractive opportunities that are developed through a transparent, strategy-based process
  • We support our members in their career development
  • We promote active regional and GDCh structures
  • We utilise digital communication channels
  • We encourage exchange across generations and disciplines

2. The GDCh is relevant to society and politics

For us, this means

  • We conduct science-driven discussions
  • We highlight options for action and scenarios to support decision-making
  • We provide information to politicians, public administration and the media
  • We spark interest in and a love of chemistry
  • We address socially relevant issues

3. The GDCh is a leading global society

What this means for us

  • We embrace diversity and equal opportunities (see Mission Statements on Equal Opportunities in Chemistry)
  • We promote international exchange at member level
  • We enhance Germany’s reputation as a centre for chemical research and development
  • We have partnerships with other leading global companies
  • We play an active role in international chemical organisations

4. The GDCh is creating new forms of collaboration and communication

For us, this means:

  • We offer bespoke services
  • We promote new forms of virtual exchange and support our members’ activities with digital infrastructure
  • We have a global presence, both digital and analogue; we network and try out new things
  • We make trustworthy & relevant information for science, business, politics and society on digital platforms.
  • We are breaking new ground to convey the fascination of chemistry in a simple and accessible way