Justice, Equity, Diversity, Inclusion

MCL strives to center justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion (JEDI) in all the work we do. Principles of JEDI include dismantling barriers to resources and opportunities so all individuals and communities can thrive; working to ensure resources are allocated equitably to ensure everyone has access to the same opportunities; acknowledging all the differences between us based on which we experience barriers or advantages to opportunities; and fostering a sense of belonging by amplifying, centering and the voices and perspectives of those who have faced more barriers based on their identities.

MCL supports The Repair Project to address Anti-Black Racism and augment Black, Indigenous, People of Color voices and presence at UCSF. MCL member JEDI research initiatives focus on improving end-of-life experiences among older Black adults and maternal health outcomes among Black birthing people. Nearly all MCL research projects incorporate analyses focused on justice and equity, and MCL centers inclusion in its hiring practices.

Current projects

• Developing an Educational Program for Palliative Care Clinicians on how Structural Racism Influences Goal-Concordant, Quality End-of-Life Care in Older Black Adults (Dzeng)
• Multi-stakeholder Engagement with State Policies to Advance Antiracism in Maternal Health (Garrett)