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In a pandemic-wracked year, U.S. medical schools enrolled their most diverse class on record, according to data released recently by the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC), the non-profit that administers the MCAT.  Applications for the 2021-22 school year surged, driven by strong increases of racial and ethnic minority applicants. For the first time since the AAMC … Read more

The New York Times reported that a survey of more than 80,000 physicians estimated that women make 25 percent less than men over a 40-year career. Read more here.

Dear Colleagues, One year ago, Mass General Brigham launched United Against Racism, our systemwide plan for becoming an anti-racist organization. In so doing, I committed our system to a series of specific timelines and metrics of success based on input from staff, leadership and our board. I also pledged to share regular updates on our … Read more

On behalf of the BCH, Fenwick Institute, and the Office of Health Equity and Inclusion, you are invited to attend the Inaugural Fenwick Institute Health Equity Grand Rounds on 12/13 at noon. Questions should be addressed to FenwickInstitute@childrens.harvard.edu or healthequity@childrens.harvard.edu Speaker: James E.K. Hildreth, PhD, MD, President and Chief Executive Officer of Meharry Medical College … Read more

Gun violence is a pervasive public health crisis in this country. Forty-four percent of Americans today know someone who has been shot by a gun, and during their lifetime, nearly every American will know someone who has been shot. How do we understand the impact of gun violence on individuals, families and communities? Who are the … Read more

The HMS Excellence in Mentoring Awards recognize the value of quality mentoring relationships and the impact they have on professional development and career advancement in basic/clinical medicine, research, teaching, and administration. Please consider nominating an HMS or HSDM faculty member who has provided exceptional mentorship, encouragement and support, and has had an important impact on … Read more

The OUTlist is comprised of those who identify as LGBTQIA+ or as our allies and who work or study at HMS/HSDM and HMS-affiliated hospitals. It exists to build community and to be a resource for those seeking to connect over their work interests or just as a community. All levels and role functions are welcomed to … Read more

CURED tells the story of the activists who brought about a pivotal but little-known victory in the movement for LGBTQ equality and dignity: the American Psychiatric Association’s 1973 decision to remove homosexuality from its manual of mental illnesses. The documentary is ready to stream on PBS and the PBS Video app through November 30th, 2021. … Read more

The Center for Diversity & Inclusion is looking for a competent and well-rounded data analyst to join our team.   The Analytics, Reporting, and Insights (ARI) is responsible for identifying, querying, analyzing, and presenting through reports and presentations, a variety of data to support quality and performance measurement initiatives in support of our research mission … Read more