Infusing diversity, equity and inclusion throughout the Washington University School of Medicine community
The mission of the Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion is to:
Provide leadership, expertise and advocacy on all diversity, equity and inclusion efforts within Washington University School of Medicine.
Direct, lead and advance institutional efforts that create a welcoming, diverse and inclusive environment where everyone is valued and respected.
Enhance and develop community partnerships designed to address health needs and promote health equity within the St. Louis community and beyond.
Read our office’s full mission and vision »
Divisions that support our work
Core areas of focus housed within the Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion include:
MD Diversity Programs
Enhances the medical educational environment through recruitment of a culturally diverse academic workforce, while preparing a diverse student body to become leaders in a vibrant, global society. Offers programs for high school students; current students, trainees and junior faculty; visiting medical students and more.
Academic Pathway Programs
Builds an intentional and deliberate infrastructure to improve efforts in recruiting, retaining, and developing underrepresented applicants in medicine (UiM) and the STEM workforce. Connects high school, college, and doctoral students with educational and scientific activities which otherwise may be inaccessible.
Programming and Professional Development
Provides education, programming and consultation to the WashU Med community for increased understanding and skill development around the work of diversity, equity and inclusion, utilizing frameworks for culture change, restorative justice, health equity, community building and self-compassion.
Commemorate Women’s History Month
This month, WashUMedODEI celebrates Women’s History Month! Recognizing and celebrating women’s contributions in medicine is important because it helps to shatter gender bias and stereotypes in the field. By highlighting the achievements of women doctors, researchers, and pioneers, we can inspire future generations of women to pursue careers in medicine and ensure that their contributions are acknowledged and valued. This recognition also helps us to acknowledge the systemic barriers that women have faced in medicine and work towards creating a more inclusive and diverse healthcare industry.