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From Intention to Action: Building Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Initiatives to Create a Culture of Belonging
Session Chair(s)
Ruth Milena Gómez Vargas, MS
Senior Medical Writer
MSD, Colombia
It is well understood that diversity in the workplace contributes to innovation and improved business outcomes. Interweaving diversity, equity, and Inclusion (DEI) strategies into the work of an organization can improve performance and create thriving workplace cultures. Building such a culture translates into a sense of belonging that inspires employees across the pharmaceutical industry to be more engaged, considering their organization a great place to work and committing to the company mission. While most companies include DEI in their strategic plans, there remains a disconnect between having DEI as a company priority and the actual cultivation of an inclusive workplace. DEI efforts at many companies are limited to only passive learning (e.g., online modules and training) and a shift to a more engaging, fit-for-purpose approach is needed. In this session, we will share case studies of ongoing diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) workplace initiatives and we will delve into concrete action plans to translate DEI company priorities.
Learning Objective : Describe existing diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) policies within the workplace to identify strengths and gaps; Discuss DEI initiatives that foster a culture of belonging in the workplace.
Speaker(s)
Case Study: Medical Writing Inclusion, Diversity, and Equity Alliance
Ruth Milena Gómez Vargas, MS
MSD, Colombia
Senior Medical Writer
The Big Picture: Inclusive Workplaces Benefit Patients
Xoli Belgrave, MSc
Parexel , United States
Senior Director, Patient Inclusion
Case Study: Recruiting and Hiring, Preparing a Workforce, Evolving a Workforce and its Company
Carlos Orantes, MBA
Alcanza Clinical Research, United States
Chief Executive Officer
Case Study: Creating a Culture of Belonging Inside Out
Karen J Wood
Medidata , United States
Senior Manager Patient Advocacy
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