Women for Quantum -- Manifesto of Values

TL;DR

This paper advocates for gender diversity in quantum science, highlighting current disparities and calling for systemic change through collective effort to foster inclusion and representation.

Contribution

It introduces the 'Women for Quantum' initiative, emphasizing the need for a transformative approach to leadership and participation in quantum science.

Findings

Women are underrepresented in higher quantum science positions.

Current scientific leadership models do not adequately include women.

A collective effort is necessary for meaningful change.

Abstract

Data show that the presence of women in quantum science is affected by a number of detriments and their percentage decreases even further for higher positions. Beyond data, from our shared personal experiences as female tenured quantum physics professors, we believe that the current model of scientific leadership, funding, and authority fails to represent many of us. It is time for a real change that calls for a different kind of force and for the participation of everyone. Women for quantum calls for a joint effort and aims with this initiative to contribute to such a transformation.