Baylor College of Medicine is committed to advancing health equity by fostering an inclusive environment for patients, students, trainees, faculty, and staff from around the world. The events listed below focus on promoting health equity by addressing the social determinants of health, improving access to care, and ensuring equitable health outcomes for all populations. These efforts are essential in preparing healthcare providers to offer culturally competent and patient-centered medical services.
Through collaboration with community organizations, professional associations, and student groups, we aim to equip our healthcare professionals with the knowledge and skills needed to reduce health disparities and provide high-quality care to diverse patient populations.
CEHE Observances
- February: Black History Month
- March: National Women’s History Month and Irish-American History Month
- April: Celebrate Diversity Month
- May: Asian Pacific American Heritage Month and Jewish American Heritage Month
- June: LGBT Pride Month and Caribbean-American Heritage Month
- September: National Hispanic Heritage Month
- October: LGBT History Month and National Disability Employment Awareness Month
- November: National American Indian Heritage Month, Veteran’s Day, Rural Health Day
