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Many scientists and technicians who have disabilities are pursuing successful careers in chemistry and allied sciences-in industry, education, and government. CWD members personally demonstrate the professional achievements of individuals with disabilities in the chemical sciences. The primary barrier facing persons with disabilities aspiring to study and work in fields requiring chemistry has been attitudinal. CWD strives to inform chemistry educators and employers of scientific and technical personnel about the capabilities and contributions of chemical professionals who happen to have physical, sensory, or learning disabilities.

The committee's mission is to promote opportunities-educational and professional-for persons with disabilities interested in pursuing careers in chemistry and in fields requiring the knowledge of chemistry, and demonstrate the capabilities of those persons to educators, employers, and peers.

CWD invites all individuals with disabilities working or aspiring to study or work in the chemical sciences to contact CWD, and further welcomes the interest and support of all educators, employers, and colleagues. For further information call the Office of Society Services, 800-227-5558 or E Mail: cwd@acs.org.