Nadine J. Kaslow Excellence in Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Award

The department is committed to a climate of inclusion and equity that leverages the diversity in our community and fosters the academic and leadership development of women and racial, ethic and cultural minorities who are under-represented in academic health sciences. We believe this will increase creativity, innovation, satisfaction and productivity, ultimately enhancing the quality of care, education and scholarship within the department. The Excellence in Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Award recognizes one faculty member each year who makes tangible and consistent contributions that ensure our department’s climate is inclusive and equitable.

Part-time or full-time faculty at any rank in the Emory University Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences are eligible for the Excellence in Diversity and Inclusion Award. Faculty members who have received this award in the previous three years are ineligible.

A faculty, staff member or trainee may submit the nomination. The nomination should consist of a concise narrative (<2000 word) describing how the nominee demonstrates excellence in diversity, equity and inclusion and include examples of the individual’s outstanding achievements and contributions toward inclusive excellence by means of service, leadership, research and/or education. Examples include: promoting a welcoming, supportive, nurturing and affirming environment for all faculty, staff and learners; improving awareness about diversity, inclusion, bias and/or disparities; enhancing the delivery of equitable, culturally-informed healthcare; leading efforts to eliminate health inequalities and improve global health outcomes; mentoring individuals from marginalized groups; leading diversity and inclusion activities in the department, health system, university or community; initiating innovative approaches to creating diversity and/or fostering inclusion through research and education; creating/implementing practices, policies and procedures that promote diversity and include diverse voices in decision-making.

Send electronic submissions to Nadine Kaslow, PhD, ABPP, Vice Chair for Faculty Development, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion. Submissions should include the nominating letter, name and contact information of the faculty member being nominated (Word or PDF) and additional letters of support if applicable. We will accept nominations through midnight EDT July 1, 2024.

A committee comprised of the Vice Chair for Faculty Development, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion and the Assistant Vice Chairs for Faculty Development will select the award recipient via an email vote. The Chair of the Department will serve as an ex-officio member of the committee and will have input without a vote. Members of the committee will recuse themselves if they are nominated for a particular award. We will notify award winners by August 1, 2024.