Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

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Our Differences Make Us Stronger

The Office of Equity and Inclusion is dedicated to fostering an inclusive culture and climate in which all can thrive and achieve their full potential. In doing so, we enrich the health and well-being of our local, national, and global community. Our office drives progress toward strategic priorities, including awareness, learning, and growing; inclusive culture and climate; community engagement; and research and innovation.

Emory School of Medicine and our clinical sites have a responsibility to every patient who walks through our doors to provide compassionate care as we lead the effort to eliminate health inequities across the globe.



Inclusive Culture and Climate

Faculty Resource Groups

To build a culture that recognizes the contributions of all individuals, including those who come from underrepresented groups, our office hosts faculty resource groups.

Faculty Resource Groups

Together We Thrive Week

A school-wide celebration of the broad ranges of identities and experiences that make up our diverse community. The week offers lectures, breakout sessions, poster presentations and social activities. 

Together We Thrive Week

Research and Innovation

Discovery and Innovation

Emory School of Medicine faculty, fellows, residents and research staff are diverse in thought, expertise, culture and identity. As such, they share in our commitment and dedication to creating a more diverse, inclusive and equitable environment - not just in the classroom and clinic, but through their research and thought leadership. Here you'll find Emory-authored research in the DEI space. 

Discover the Research

Community Engagement

For Faculty

An organizational culture rich in diverse experiences helps us provide compassionate, cross-cultural care as we lead the effort to eliminate health inequities across the globe. Our faculty are at the forefront of excellence in diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts and the Office of Equity and Inclusion offers resources to support this important work.

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For Staff

Diversity, equity, and inclusion takes everyone. The Office of Equity and Inclusion offers DEI programming for interested School of Medicine staff members and other SOM stakeholders not included above.

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Health Equity News

Telemedicine in ambulances speeds up care for patients in rural Georgia April 16, 2025

Emory emergency physician Michael Carr has developed high-tech telemedicine tools that lets EMTs provide immediate diagnosis and care to patients while being transported to rural hospitals.

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New AI chatbot to help Indian women with questions on sexual and reproductive health March 12, 2025

Emory researcher Azra Ismail, professor of biomedical informatics at the School of Medicine, has pioneered a mobile-based AI chatbot providing information about issues like family planning, pregnancy care and even basic reproductive anatomy.

Azra Ismail helps two women using cell phones.

Emory researcher investigating rising cardiovascular problems in rural women March 10, 2025

Amit Shah, a cardiologist and epidemiology professor, is researching why younger women in rural communities began experiencing increased rates of premature coronary heart disease, while rates were declining for other groups.

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University DEI Resources Encouraging Openness

Diversity, equity and inclusion is more than a name, it is a spirit. Emory University has a deep commitment to diversity and inclusion. We believe it is our mission to create a safe and supportive culture that allows everyone from all walks of life to learn, work, teach, and grow. Explore more DEI resources across campus.

Office of Multicultural Affairs
Office of LGBT Life
Graduate Medical Education DEI
Office for Racial and Cultural Engagement
Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
International Student and Scholar Services
Office of Accessibility Services
Center for Women
Office of Spiritual and Religious Life
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