DEI in Healthcare: Research Notes
A regional healthcare organization with 30,000 employees in the Western U.S. was founded more than 100 years ago under the principles of upholding human dignity and respect for human life. Therefore, the organization sees diversity and inclusion as supporting the needs of underserved populations, which changes based on societal and economic circumstances. This research note is based on an interview with the diversity and inclusion leader of the organization.
Key Takeaways
- ✓ Equity and inclusion are not just about law enforcement issues and economic issues. Those issues have an impact on health.
- ✓ It is important for your clients to know that D&I in healthcare has a much different focus than in other sectors.
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