Diversity Statement

BBH Statement on Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

We are a department that:

• Strives to promote a climate of respect and fairness.
• Works together to discuss issues that inhibit our implementation of the highest standards for diversity, equity and inclusion.
• Aspires toward a community free of racism, sexism, xenophobia, homophobia, religious intolerance, and expressions of hate, bigotry and prejudices.

We develop and value students and alumni who:

• Embrace the integration of diversity, equity, and inclusion in their studies as well as their lives.
• Are committed to social responsibility and justice locally and abroad.
• Use their education and training to be responsible and ethical advocates for health.

We value faculty, trainees, postdocs, staff and administrators who:

•  Promote and adhere to principles of fairness in decision making.
• Recognize that each person has unique abilities, interests, strengths, and needs.
• Respond to all matters with dignity and respect.

We promote research and teaching that:

• Promotes leadership in advancing the science of health.
• Enhances skills necessary for our students and trainees to live and work in a diverse society. 
• Includes diversity, inclusion and equity.