Initiatives
In alignment with Baylor College of Medicine’s mission, vision and values, diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives are developed and implemented by stakeholders and organizations throughout the College that include the Inclusion and Equity Faculty and Staff Ambassadors, the Inclusion and Excellence Council, Baylor COATS, and councils, task forces and committees within schools and departments. Initiatives are intended to broaden the pathway for individuals who are underrepresented in medicine and science to pursue careers in healthcare and research, ensure patients from different backgrounds have access to healthcare services, promote employment opportunities at Baylor to diverse populations of Houston, and use small and diverse companies for the College’s supply needs.
Resources
Resources are available to assist Baylor students, trainees, staff and faculty in learning more about community engagement and health equity matters.
AAMC Engagement Survey
According to the Association of American Medical College's Diversity Engagement Survey, Baylor's community ranked in the top third among institutions for having an inclusive environment.
Health Equity Funding Opportunities
View a list of the external and internal funding opportunities to conduct mission-related activities to address health disparities and social determinants of health.
Our Team
View a listing of the members of the Office of Community Engagement & Health Equity.
