Our office encourages and develops health systems learning environment areas designed to increase opportunities in the health professions for students from groups designated by the institutional diversity statement (disadvantaged background or underrepresented in medicine).
Programming focuses on talent identification and development designed to prepare, attract and retain diverse students in the health professions. SID supports students and fosters an environment of personal development and engagement throughout the institution as well as the community.
What is Diversity and Inclusion?
Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center has adopted the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC) definitions of diversity and inclusion.
Diversity
Diversity as a core value embodies inclusiveness, mutual respect and multiple perspectives and serves as a catalyst for change resulting in health equity. In this context, we are mindful of all aspects of human differences such as:
