Hi Everyone,
Over the year, the HEDI team have been working with partners to plan and take action to address structural racism and advance diversity, equity, and inclusion. We have developed a 4-point plan that includes things that we have done or are doing, things that we will do, and things that you and your department can do. You can find our action plan here. We consider this a living document and will update this as we identify new strategies and make progress on existing actions. We would also love to hear your thoughts, feedback, and what you are doing to address racism and inequities, so feel free to contact us.
In health and solidarity, Hendry
Hendry Ton, M.D., M.S.
Associate Vice Chancellor for Health Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion
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New Associate Dean for Diverse and Inclusive Education for the School of Medicine, Dr. Ruth Shim, to start February, 2021
Posted Friday, January 15, 2021
As the UC Davis School of Medicine’s Luke & Grace Kim Professor in Cultural Psychiatry, director of cultural psychiatry and professor in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, Dr. Shim brings a wealth of expertise and leadership to the School of Medicine and the Office for Health Equity, Diversity and Inclusion leadership teams. She will design, implement, and sustain equitable pre-medical and medical education through oversight of the Office of Student and Resident Diversity pathways programs. Dr. Shim will also oversee the expansion of the pathways programs and work to ensure that the curriculum and education programs are accessible and relevant to diverse students, residents and fellows.
UC Davis Medical Center recognized again as a LGBTQ healthcare equality leader for 2020
The Human Rights Campaign Foundation once again designated UC Davis Medical Center a “LGBTQ Healthcare Equality Leader” as part of the foundation’s 2020 Healthcare Equality Index report. This is the tenth consecutive year that the educational arm of nation’s largest civil rights organization has recognized the medical center for advancing LGBTQ equity among its patients and employees.
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Racial Justice Dashboard
Use this tool for self-education and explore ways to engage in anti-racism efforts.
We want to hear from you!
Please feel free to share your thoughts, feedback and any steps you are taking to address racism, health inequities, and diversity and inclusiveness in your work and personal life.
Principles of Community
This nearly 30-year-old document serves as an aspirational statement affirming our commitment to the highest standards of civility and decency towards all.
Growing as a Community Foundations of Anti-Racism
Tuesday, January 19, 2021 – 12-1 p.m.
As our communities' grapple with the historic social injustices across our nation, it’s critical to hear from our leaders about the importance of adopting an equity and anti-racism lens to aid in the healing and well-being of our communities.
We will discuss the following:
- Building institutional capacity to address historical and present implications of racism
- The impact and continuation of racism in healthcare
- Engaging in anti-racism work as a community
Featured guests
Kupiri Ackerman-Barger, Ph.D., RN, CNE, FAAN, Associate Dean for Health Equity, Diversity and Inclusion, Director of Faculty Development for Education and Training, Associate Clinical Professor, Betty Irene Moore School of Nursing.
Jann Murray-Garcia, M.D., MPH, Associate Health Sciences Clinical Professor, Betty Irene Moore School of Nursing.
Victoria Ngo, Ph.D., Postdoctoral Scholar, Betty Irene Moore School of Nursing.
Mercedes Piedra, MS, Director for Office for Health Equity, Diversity and Inclusion at UC Davis Health.
Virtual Healing Circle Racial Healing Circles
Wednesday, January 20, 2021 – 6-7:30 p.m.
Welcome to Racial Healing Circles! We are creating a safe space for self-reflection to promote racial equity and healing.
Facilitators
Mercedes Piedra, MS, Director for UCDH Office for Health Equity, Diversity & Inclusion
Rangineh Azimzadeh Tosang, MA, CPF, Founder of Solh Resolutions International
Resources and Information
Food access in your community
Food security and food access are a growing concern for many in Sacramento. Listed here are a number of resources such as local food banks and other community-based organizations (CBOs) doing work to help meet this critical need.
Local resources and multicultural services
A compilation of COVID-19 related resources and services from UC Davis Health, local CBOs, chambers of commerce, and other groups for multicultural, multilingual, and under-served communities.
Mental health and well-being
Many people have questions about ways to cope with stress experienced during the COVID-19 pandemic. Several local resources exist to help individuals cope and even thrive.
Looking for ways to help?
We’ve compiled a number of resources to help connect you with groups in our community helping those in need.
Ways you can help
COVID-19 articles, research and guidance
Read the articles, research, media stories and leadership statements to help understand the science and data of novel coronavirus.
Help for immigrant and undocumented communiti
Novel coronavirus has elevated the concerns for immigrant families’ access to health care and economic well-being. Several resources exist to help.
Virtual Learning
Education, training and learning provide positive ways to channel our energies. Several online opportunities exist for our multicultural communities to learn new strategies and build their skills.