Lessons learned from implementing a diversity, equity, and inclusion curriculum for health research professionals at a large academic research institution.

ABSTRACT:

Objective

Despite advances in incorporating diversity and structural competency into medical education curriculum, there is limited curriculum for public health research professionals. We developed and implemented a four-part diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) training series tailored for academic health research professionals to increase foundational knowledge of core diversity concepts and improve skills.

Methods

We analyzed close- and open-ended attendee survey data to evaluate within- and between-session changes in DEI knowledge and perceived skills.

Results

Over the four sessions, workshop attendance ranged from 45 to 82 attendees from our 250-person academic department and represented a mix of staff (64%), faculty (25%), and trainees (11%). Most identified a

SUBMITTER: Hill Weller L 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10879992 | biostudies-literature | 2024

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature