People who value Inclusivity demonstrate…
- Inclusion
- Teamwork
- Consideration
To demonstrate Inclusivity, we commit to hold each other accountable for the following:
- Provide the same high-quality medical care to all people regardless of race, religion, gender identity, socioeconomic class or sexual preference
- Recognize the increasing diversity of our community and department and seek to understand the cultures of the individuals we serve
- Speak in a culturally appropriate and understandable manner
- Collaborate effectively with team members within the department with respect, sensitivity, and compassion regardless of race, religion, gender identity, socioeconomic class or sexual preference
- Create a safe environment for people to say what they think and feel
- Recognize the importance of varying learning styles in order to design and implement appropriate educational opportunities.
- Understand that a variety of experience levels exist, and that tolerance regarding those who are learning is expected and supported
- Enroll diverse populations in study protocols, as appropriate
- Compensate for potential personal ‘blind spots’ by soliciting diverse ideas and opinions
- Recognize importance of medical volunteerism to socially, economically, and ethnically diverse populations
