Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion

Diversity

is a broad range of individual, population, and social characteristics

Equity

is the ability to recognize differences in resources that serve as obstacles to being able to fully participate in society and to ensure fair and equitable allocation of resources so that everyone can overcome obstacles and have access to opportunities

Inclusion

is a sense of belonging, feeling respected, valued, and seen for who we are as individuals

Diversity, equity, & inclusion

is the intersection of three components resulting from an organizational and individual commitment to health equity and justice.

Ecosocial Theory

• Central focus: how, who, and what drives social inequalities in health

• developed to study how racial discrimination and societal injustice harm health.

Transcultural Nursing theory

• Foundational tools and the “how” to develop a plan of care 

• Focus on developing lifelong skills in cultural humility

The ultimate societal goal when bringing synergy to the subconcepts of diversity, equity, and inclusion is….

health equity and justice.

Health equity

everyone has a fair opportunity to achieve their highest level of health, with efforts focused on removing barriers like poverty, discrimination, and lack of access to quality education and healthcare

Civic engagement

work to improve your community through active involvement such as volunteering, voting, and participating in community service.