A Journey to Greater Inclusivity: Asmeret Asefaw Berhe Reflects on her Time as Director of Science.

Asmeret Asefaw Berhe, Director of Science at the Office of Science, reflects on her time in the position. She is proud of the progress made in making programs, workforce, and processes more inclusive, accessible, and equitable than ever before. However, she acknowledges that there is still work to be done.

The Office of Science has been actively engaging with communities through office hours, site visits, and conference engagements. This demonstrates their commitment to ensuring that federal resources are used equitably for all stakeholders. Berhe hopes that this dedication will continue as she steps down from her role.

As she moves on from her position, Berhe emphasizes the importance of educating and inspiring everyone about science discovery while operating sustainably. She believes that inclusivity and diversity should be championed in the scientific community as it sets an example for others to follow.

Berhe is grateful for having worked alongside such dedicated colleagues during her tenure as Director of Science. She reflects on how fulfilling it has been serving in this role and hopes that the Office of Science will continue to champion diversity and inclusivity in science.