Cultivating a culture of inclusion

We know that by advancing diverse leadership and building inclusive communities, we ensure people from all backgrounds can do their best work and feel respected and empowered to be their authentic self. Our leaders are enthusiastically transforming our culture to ensure that talent development, community health equity, demographics, and our processes and policies are appropriately aligned with our strategic diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) mission

Mission

It is our mission to build an inclusive culture where people can thrive, advancing diversity, cultural competence, eliminating structural racism to achieve equity to enable the delivery of unmatched experiences and partner with communities to reduce health disparities.

Attracting and Investing in a Diverse Workforce

We are intentionally bringing health care professionals together with different experiences and perspectives to make an impact on those we serve.

 

 

Empowering a Culture of Inclusion

We are a destination where people can feel valued, included, and empowered to make a difference.

Fueling Belonging through Partnerships

We are joining forces with our allies–people, communities, partners, vendors, and peers to drive progress in diversity and inclusion.

Prioritizing Racial and Health Equity

We are making Health Equity a priority by working to understand Health Inequities and Disparities, and developing structures and processes to increase access and improve outcomes within the communities we serve.

Delivering Unmatched Care with Cultural Competence

Tufts Medicine is known for our Unmatched Care, and as a part of our pursuit of Health Equity, we are improving our understanding of our patients’ health beliefs and needs to develop targeted interventions and deliver culturally competent patient care.

Transforming Health Care Together

We are committed to addressing Diversity, Inclusion, and Equity in healthcare together with our community and for the communities we serve. 

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Solving the complex problems in healthcare require the creativity and insights that only a diverse workforce can deliver. Embracing diversity and inclusion is an important strategic imperative for Tufts Medicine, and conscious inclusion is far more than a project or program but instead is a commitment to the way we lead. Bringing teams of people together with different experiences and perspectives allows us to make better decisions and best positions us to make a meaningful difference in the lives of the individuals and communities we serve, as well as one another.

Mike Dandorph, President and CEO, Tufts Medicine

Actions speak louder than words.

It isn’t enough to just talk about diversity, equity and inclusion. Change requires actions. Here’s what we’re doing, saying and celebrating to make progress.

Celebrating Asian Pacific Islander Heritage Month

May is Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month! Over the next few weeks, we'll be inviting our team members - who represent the numerous countries, languages, and diverse traditions that exist within AAPI communities-  to share their unique perspectives on why representation matters. Following this month, we will remain committed to elevating and amplifying diverse voices because representation matters.  It is our privilege to learn from these individuals. We hope after reading, watching, and listening , you will have a greater appreciation for the experiences and points of view your neighbors, colleagues, and friends. 

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Celebrating Black History Month

Our system is on a journey to create a more diverse workforce and ensure that every employee feels welcomed and valued. Tufts Medicine’s President and CEO Mike Dandorph and Chief Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Office Rosa Colon-Kolacko share important messages about Black History Month and Tufts Medicine’s commitment to creating an inclusive environment. Read the message. 

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Happy Lunar New Year 2022

We're celebrating the Lunar New Year. The Lunar New Year, also known as the Spring Festival, is an important holiday celebrated by more than 1.5 billion people from Chinese and Southeast Asian cultures across the globe. The celebrations offer an opportunity to usher out the old year and greet the prosperous new year ahead with a renewed spirit. Virtual and in-person celebrations are being hosted by a number of our system’s friends in the community. Find them here.

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CEO in Act!on for Diversity & Inclusion Pledge

Our CEOs are pledging to advance diversity in the workplace and create an environment of true inclusivity.

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Join our System

Our system is fueled by innovation, but it is our people who make it all possible. It is our goal to ensure our workforce represents the communities we serve, that all employees can bring their best, unique selves to work, and that we can customize the care experience for different cultures, generations and preferences.

Learn more about our opportunities.

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Welcoming our new Chief Diversity Equity and Inclusion Officer

Wellforce has appointed Rosa Colon-Kolacko, PhD, MBA, CDM, SHRM-SCP as its first VP and Chief Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Officer.

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