Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion
Our Commitment
Respect
& Positivity
We respect the community we reside in and value the opportunity to be a positive force in our environment.
Belonging
We aspire to ensure all people feel welcome.
Understanding
& Empathy
We use language that promotes mutual understanding and empathy.
Celebrating
Diversity
We celebrate all dimensions of diversity that our community has to offer.
Promoting
Self Discovery
We seek out and promote new opportunities for people to find their place at ASCOM.
Advancing
Diversity
We advance diversity and inclusion in recruitment, admissions, hiring, retention, and promotion.
Diversity Statement
The School of Medicine is dedicated to fostering the potential of diversity, inclusion, and transparency for all. ACSOM will treat all people with dignity, striving for mutual respect and understanding. It will be a leader and act to improve the lives of all people locally, nationally, and globally.
We welcome and celebrate integration with the citizens of Dominica and will provide scholarships to qualified individuals.
Underrepresented in Medicine
“Underrepresented in medicine refers to those racial and ethnic populations that are underrepresented in the medical profession relative to their numbers in the general population.” https://www.aamc.org/what-we-do/equity-diversity-inclusion/underrepresented-in-medicine
ASCOM uses this definition to guide recruitment and retention activities for medical students, helping further our commitment to diversity and inclusion.