Established in 2006 by the Barnes-Jewish Hospital Foundation, the Residents and Fellows Diversity Initiative (RFDI) focuses on promoting a diverse and inclusive environment within our community to better advance health equity in the communities we serve. The goal of the program is to develop physicians into leaders who have the knowledge, commitment, and passion to engage in and advocate for inclusive and intentional practices.
Residents and fellows accepted will participate in a program designed to provide them with education related to DEI in healthcare, increase their sense of belonging within WUMC, while also fostering equitable engagement with the St. Louis community. The end of the program will culminate in residents and fellows presenting a capstone project related to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Application:
Interested participants are encouraged to apply by end of day August 20, 2024 via the link below:
More about the RFDI Program:
Participants are required to meet multiple times monthly, virtually and in person for 90-120 minutes to participate in various program activities. Exact meeting dates will be determined prior to the start of the program based on the availability of selected participants. Participation in the program is a ten-month commitment.
Eligibility requirements:
- Barnes-Jewish Hospital, Washington University, and St. Louis Children’s Hospital residents and fellows
- A commitment to advancing health equity in the communities we serve
- Passion for diversity, equity, and inclusion
- Good standing in your department via approval from program director
Successful completion of the program will result in a grant award of $4,000 that will be considered taxable income if they remain in good standing in their training programs, active in RFDI activities, commit to regular attendance at meetings, and submit a capstone project. All interested applicants are encouraged to apply.
*Selected participants will be notified in late August.
Questions about the RFDI?
If you have questions or comments about this program, please contact Audrey Coolman at a.a.coolman@wustl.edu.