Diversity and Inclusion
The Columbia University Irving Medical Center strongly supports the diversity of its faculty. We at CUIMC believe that excellence, diversity and inclusivity are inextricably linked, and that different experiences, perspectives and values are essential elements that enrich every dimension of our work. A diverse faculty facilitates culturally competent medical education and clinical care, and also brings important and different perspectives to the research agenda.
Over the last decade, our leadership team has worked with the advice and feedback from faculty to create an academic environment that supports the success and satisfaction of faculty in every career path. A consistent and critical process for creating this environment has been partnerships with consultative, advisory, and focus groups representative of all our faculty, tenured and non-tenured, women and men. We believe that world-class researchers, expert clinicians and innovative educators are all required to maintain our pre-eminence in medicine, and all should have a voice in helping us to shape the culture and climate of our work environment.
The VP&S Office for Women and Diverse Faculty
The VP&S Office for Women and Diverse Faculty was formed at the recommendation of the 2019 Report and Recommendations from the Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons Dean’s Advisory Committees for Women Faculty and CUIMC Faculty Diversity, and Inclusion.
Kenneth A. Forde Diversity Alliance
The Kenneth A. Forde Diversity Alliance (KAFDA) was established in 2014 to bring together minority medical students, resident physicians, fellows, graduate students, faculty, research scientists and allies.