AHA offers DEI resource

The American Hospital Association’s Institute for Diversity and Health Equity released a Health Equity infographic clarifying how diversity, equity and inclusion relates to health equity. DEI consists of the values, practices and policies supporting the representation of individuals from all backgrounds and is a vital tool to promote health equity. Health equity is the fair and just opportunity for all individuals to achieve their highest level of health. Health equity is achieved by eliminating preventable health disparities, addressing longstanding injustices that have led to present inequities and overcoming economic, social and other obstacles to health. Beyond DEI, organizations can advance health equity through community collaboration, strategic partnerships, supplier diversity, investment strategies and research.