The College has launched a strategy which outlines our commitments to EDI and how we plan to achieve our objectives.
The strategy will be actioned by our dedicated EDI committee. EDI Chair, Dr. MaryAnn Ferreux, announces the strategy in this video.
"We want to recognise peoples differences and value their differences" - MaryAnn
Download the full strategy and find out more about our committments below.
Creating an inclusive culture
Creating an inclusive culture within the College by supporting people from diverse communities, ensuring equitable systems and processes, and promoting competency-based models for equality, diversity and inclusion that will maximise the opportunities and experiences of our Members and Fellows.
Promoting equity in medicine
Promoting equity in medicine by supporting growth, advancement, and inclusion to increase the diversity of doctors and addressing the underrepresentation of minority groups in governance and leadership positions within the College.
Addressing inequities in health
Addressing inequities in health by ensuring that healthcare professionals are well prepared to meet the needs of all individuals in an increasingly diverse society. The College will do this by supporting and advocating for the lived experience perspective, raising awareness to the stories behind the data, taking action to de-bias the system, and demonstrating our commitment to addressing health inequalities.
Addressing discrimination
Addressing discrimination by raising awareness, knowledge and understanding of inequities relating to gender, disability, religion, age, LGBTQIA+ and other minority groups. The College will demonstrate commitment by always considering equity and bias, addressing disparities in our activities, and promoting inclusion in all our work.
Commit to eliminating racism
Commit to eliminating racism by supporting the development and implementation of anti-racism programs and strategies across the College, health system and wider society. The College acknowledges that racism can have a negative impact on an individual’s or collective health and well-being; we are committed to challenging racism in all its forms within the health and care sector.
