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Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Justice Committee

The Department of Psychiatry’s Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Justice (DEIJ) Committee’s mission is to use our expertise in behavioral science to promote representational diversity and equity for all persons. We aim for an inclusive climate, cultural humility and anti-racism across all mission areas of patient care, research and education by cultivating a psychologically safe environment in which individuals are free from discrimination, mistreatment and the effects of structural injustice.

Goals

The DEI Committee aims to help implement the Department of Psychiatry’s stated goals:

  • Increase recruitment, advancement, retention and vitality of trainees, faculty and leadership from school-identified diversity categories (e.g., race, ethnicity, gender and gender identity, religion, socio-economic status, age, geography of origin and residence, sexual orientation, disability, work style and other aspects of human attributes and behaviors).

  • Foster a culture of inclusion and civility where all individuals feel included, valued and respected.

  • Promote cultural competence, cultural humility and anti-racism as a cornerstone of highest quality education, patient-centered care and research. 

Learn more about diversity initiatives at IU School of Medicine

Upcoming Events

group photo of family medicine residents standing on stairway in white coats

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Justice Open House for Residency and Fellowship Applicants

September 7 at 6 pm

Engage with leaders, residents and fellows to learn more about our commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion and justice. This 90-minute event will include presentations and breakout rooms with individual residency programs.

Topics include inclusive teaching, scholarly activity and mentorship, professional development and support for people underrepresented in medicine, thriving in residency and living in Indiana.

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Flyer for the Chancellor's Diversity Speaker Series Fall 2023 Line Up.

Chancellor's Diversity Speaker Series Fall 2023

September 12, October 12 and October 25

Join us for the Chancellor's Diversity Speaker Series featuring free talks from a diverse group of speakers. All events are open to the public and will be held at the Madam Walker Legacy Center. 

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Committee Members

The DEI Committee meets monthly to implement their goals and to act as a resource for the department’s DEI concerns. The committee is comprised of faculty members, as well as rotating one-year members representing clinical psychology interns (Olivia Campbell).
18755-Henderson, Danielle

Danielle R. Henderson, MA, PhD

Assistant Dean for Diversity Affairs

Co-Chair

Read Bio Danielle R. Henderson, MA, PhD

6730-Hummer, Tom

Tom Hummer, PhD

Assistant Research Professor of Psychiatry

Co-Chair

Read Bio Tom Hummer, PhD

Richard L. Bell, PhD

Associate Professor of Psychiatry

Jill C. Fodstad, PhD, MA

Associate Professor of Clinical Psychiatry

Emily G. Holmes, MD, MPH

Assistant Professor of Clinical Psychiatry

Amber D. Hunt, DO

Assistant Professor of Clinical Psychiatry

Naomi B. Swiezy, PhD

Alan H. Cohen Family Professor of Psychiatry

Elaine A. Gilbert, PsyD, MS

Assistant Professor of Clinical Psychiatry

Michele S. Tsai Owens, PhD

Assistant Professor of Clinical Psychiatry