Inclusion, Engagement, and Access at Dana-Farber
Our Patients: Providing the Best Care to More People
At Dana-Farber, we are committed to improving inclusion and access for our patients in the delivery of quality care, and to enhancing the care experience for all patients.
Our Staff: Investing in Talent and Resources
At Dana-Farber, we're working to create an inclusive medical and research community where everyone can reach their full potential.
Our Community: Serving Our Medically Underserved Neighbors
One of Dana-Farber's main goals is to reduce cancer risk among our local and regional communities, working with city and state health departments, and community partners.
Our Research: Inclusion and Access in Discovery and Innovation
Dana-Farber is working to make our breakthrough research equally accessible to all patient populations, regardless of race, socioeconomics, gender, identity, veteran status, or other differentiators.
Our mission at Dana-Farber is to treat everyone with cancer. As cancer incidence increases, we must work relentlessly to reduce the disparities that exist so all patients, regardless of their racial, socioeconomic, or cultural background, can benefit from the tremendous advances we are making in cancer research, treatment, and most importantly outcomes. Dedicated to Access in Patient Care and Outcomes
We believe everyone deserves the best possible cancer care when they need it. But the biggest scientific breakthroughs — and the most advanced treatments — can make a difference only if they reach all patients who need them. That's why we're working very hard to strengthen our care and research initiatives across all communities — breaking down barriers, developing trust, and building relationships, so that we can provide better support for all our patients regardless of race, socioeconomics, or culture.
Building an Inclusive Workforce
At Dana-Farber, we're committed to advancing an inclusive scientific and medical community. This takes hard work and accountability — all of which are reflected in our deep commitment.
Our Commitment in Action
At Dana-Farber, we strive to ensure all people can reach their full potential and no one is disadvantaged because of who they are. We envision a future where cancer prevention, care, and outcomes are grounded in inclusion and access. As part of our commitment to eliminate cancer disparities across the Institute and continue to build an inclusive culture, we are working to significantly improve these four critical areas:
- Cancer disparities in research
- Access to care and equitable outcomes
- Community investments
- Access to careers and advancement
Our Strategic Plan for Inclusion, Engagement, and Access
Our goals are ambitious and are aligned with our firm and steady commitment to inclusion and access at Dana-Farber. These goals span:
- Our ongoing initiatives as leaders in cancer research and patient care
- Our quest for an inclusive work environment with equal opportunities for advancement
- Our ongoing involvement with our local and regional communities
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