We've worked hard to improve our diversity, equity and inclusion over the past few years, but we know that what we've done is not enough. We need to do more, and we need to do better. To fulfill our vision, we are working to achieve three primary goals – create a culture of anti-racism and inclusion, deliver healthcare that is equitable and inclusive and reduce health inequities by addressing social determinants of health.
UW Health leadership supports diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives throughout the organization and recognizes that all patients, families, faculty and staff deserve to feel safe and respected at UW Health. We will continue to be open to learning and growing as individuals and as an organization. It is our responsibility, and it is simply the right thing to do.
Diversity is a strength of UW Health. Our workforce and the patients we serve include people from all backgrounds and identities, and we celebrate those differences. To protect our team members and our patients, UW Health has adopted policies and tools that dismantle racism and bigotry of any kind. UW Health also provides its employees with various DEI-focused training programs for personal and professional growth.