Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Driving Meaningful Change (Concurrent Session)-DEI: Driving Meaningful Change-The Big Picture: Health Equity & Equity, Diversity and Inclusion

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Sybil R. Green, Vice President and Chief Equity Diversity and Inclusion Officer at the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO), is responsible for advancing health equity and equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) within the organization and the community. This involves various strategies such as quality improvement, patient engagement, social risk screening, and community engagement. Green also focuses on issues related to pay equity, promotion equity, and representation within ASCO's organizational management and governance.<br /><br />Professional societies, like ASCO, have a crucial role in promoting health equity by identifying and addressing inequitable practices, conducting research, developing guidelines and clinical standards, and advocating for social justice issues. These societies also play a role in developing and monitoring the profession by promoting workforce diversity and inclusion, providing education on cultural humility, and supporting mentoring and sponsorship programs. Collaboration with other organizations is essential for achieving a greater impact through policy and advocacy efforts, research initiatives, and fundraising.<br /><br />ASCO's EDI efforts are guided by internal pillars such as workforce development, creating a culture of belonging, infrastructure improvements, and inclusive procurement practices. These pillars aim to enable staff success, align with partners, and uphold the organization's mission.<br /><br />Green's role as Vice President and Chief Equity Diversity and Inclusion Officer is to lead, drive, and change the profession's perspective on equitable delivery of high-quality care. This involves developing improvements, understanding and addressing inequities, and working towards eliminating them.<br /><br />Overall, ASCO recognizes the importance of advancing health equity and EDI in order to provide equitable and comprehensive care to all individuals with cancer. Through various initiatives and collaborations, ASCO aims to create a more inclusive healthcare system and promote equity in cancer care.

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The Big Picture:
Health Equity & Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
Sybil R. Green, JD, RPh, MHA

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Sybil R. Green

ASCO

health equity

diversity and inclusion

patient engagement

pay equity

workforce diversity

cultural humility

equitable care

cancer care