Striving for the Highest Standards in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusivity
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at CUIMC
At Columbia University Irving Medical Center, we believe that achieving excellence is inextricably linked to striving for the highest standards in diversity, equity, and inclusivity. Fostering a supportive and culturally rich environment is paramount to the success and wellbeing of our student body, our distinguished faculty, and the broad patient populations we serve. We stand together because diverse experiences, perspectives, and values enrich every dimension of our work. At CUIMC, we are committed to continuous improvement in providing culturally inclusive medical education, research, and clinical care.
This page coalesces diversity, equity, and inclusion resources for the CUIMC community. If you can’t find what you’re looking for below, or if you have recommendations, please reach out to these resources.
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Resources
Messages from Leadership
Roadmap for Anti-Racism in Health Care and the Health Sciences
The CUIMC Task Force for Addressing Structural Racism was created to develop specific, actionable, and durable recommendations to assess and eliminate racism from all aspects of our work. Their findings provide a compelling foundation for substantial, impactful, and lasting progress in fighting racism, intolerance, and injustice in health care.
CUIMC DEI News
- February 21, 2024
Nursing's Ashley Graham-Perel, director of diversity and cultural affairs, discusses what Black History Month means to her and how the School of Nursing is celebrating.
- February 12, 2024
Alade McKen, chief diversity, equity, and inclusion officer for staff at CUIMC, discusses the top priorities for 2024 and the role DEI plays during moments of upheaval.
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- November 30, 2023
Students in Columbia’s occupational therapy program are using virtual reality to learn how to spot and respond to instances of bias.
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