MISSION STATEMENT:

The ANA-Illinois Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee empowers the nursing community in all sectors to eliminate health disparities due to intentional and unintentional discrimination, marginalization, and racism by providing the necessary resources to implement DEI initiatives. In partnership with the communities we serve, it promotes a greater understanding of the history and context of diversity, equity, and inclusion, and stimulates the call to action to eradicate the progression of discrimination and inequities within the nursing profession in Illinois.

DUTIES:

• Assist the Board of directors in creating an inclusive environment that promotes equity in the association;
• Collaborate with the Program Committee to develop educational programs and resources to help maximize diversity, strengthen equity, and optimize inclusion in the nursing community;
• Guide and work with other stakeholders to support policies that reduce health inequities;
• Serve as an expert resource for the healthcare community regarding diversity, equity, and inclusion.

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Access essential DEI resources provided by the ANA-Illinois DEI Committee to support the promotion of diversity, equity, and inclusion.

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