Speaker
Description
Advancing Equity, Diversity and Inclusion at Chatham-Kent Health Alliance
Abstract
In Canada, healthcare is regarded as a fundamental right, with the provision of equitable and culturally competent care being essential for the well-being of its diverse population. However, despite efforts to promote inclusivity, disparities continue among communities, including Indigenous peoples, under-represented groups, 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals, and persons living with disabilities. We will investigate the ongoing efforts by Chatham-Kent Health Alliance (CKHA) to address disparities by utilizing the Best Practice Guideline (BPG) Embracing Cultural Diversity in Health Care: Developing Cultural Competence. CKHA has implemented strategies for improvement by developing an Equity, Diversity, Inclusion & Anti-Racism (EDIAR) Framework to guide decision making. Select strategies include external allyship, free Rainbow Health Ontario 2SLGBTQ Foundation Course, implementation of an Indigenous Transition Navigator, Indigenous art display, and implementation of a Chosen/Preferred Name Policy. However, despite these efforts, challenges persist, including the need for increased funding and resources, policy enhancement, and greater representation of diverse voices in healthcare decision-making processes. Overall, the importance of prioritizing and embedding equity, diversity, inclusion, and anti-racism at CKHA will ensure that individuals receive equitable access to quality healthcare services, regardless of their background or identity.
Key words: equity, diversity, inclusion, anti-racism, hospitals, challenges, initiatives, improvement, recommendations, Chatham-Kent Health Alliance
Author(s) Credentials and Title
Nicola Massender, RN, BScN, Professional Practice Lead, Medicine-Chatham Kent Health Alliance
Anika Doddy, RN, BScN, Professional Practice Lead, Emergency-Chatham Kent Health Alliance
Keywords
equity, diversity, anti-racism, hospitals, initiatives,
What RNAO BPG or tool/toolkit is this work related to:
Embracing Cultural Diversity in Health Care: Developing Cultural Competence 2007
| Organization Name | Chatham Kent Health Alliance |
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