Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
The Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Committee (DE&I) of the Southern California chapter of ACHE will serve to ensure that all members of our community have equal access to opportunity, resources, and input within our field. This committee seeks inclusion for all, regardless of race, ethnicity, age, culture, gender, sexual orientation, economic status, or career perspective and creation of a culture of belonging.
Our Mission
Our mission is to demonstrate that DE&I is core to ACHE of Southern California. It will work to provide DE&I resources to members of our community and purposefully work to create a culture of inclusivity in our events hosted by ACHE SoCal. This committee will establish partnerships with diverse organizations to provide professional development for healthcare leaders and organizations associated with ACHE SoCal.
Our Principles
- Ensuring there is a space for all to have an opportunity to provide input & influence change within our community as healthcare leaders.
- Establish and provide resources to support DE&I development for leaders and organizations in our community.
- Provide support for members of our community from diverse backgrounds.
Benga Agbelemose,
EDD, MBA
Chair, Diversity Council
Smriti Kirubanandan,
MS, MPH, FAHM, CN
Vice Chair, Diversity Council
Healthcare Strategist & Head,
Marketing Healthcare & Lifescience
Tata Consultancy Services
Affinity Group Collaboration
To collaborate with various affinity groups to extend our reach and make space for every healthcare leader
Diversity Programming
To provide various diversity-focused programs to promote diversity and inclusion in the Southern California Healthcare industry
Community Demographics
To encourage a more diversified ACHE SoCal membership base, more consistent with the demographic make-up of the Southern California community
Diversity Programs Offered by ACHE
(more information to follow)