AIR’s Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Alpha Iota Gamma strives to create a welcoming and inclusive environment for all students. We recognize that different barriers can make it challenging for some individuals to progress within society, especially in healthcare, and we are committed to addressing these challenges to support all of our students’ success. Diversity, equity, and inclusion drive us forward, and although these principles are not static, we strive to continue to educate and support our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Our commitment to discipline, compassion, and integrity adheres to our core values and drive to inclusivity.
Through discipline, AIR strives to ensure that all members have access to resources and support needed to overcome barriers and achieve their full potential, recognizing that true discipline includes understanding and addressing the diverse challenges that individuals may face.
Through compassion, we believe in fostering a genuinely inclusive environment, which requires empathy and understanding of each member's unique struggles and perspectives.
Through integrity, we hold ourselves accountable to these principles; recognizing true integrity involves advocating for fairness, challenging inequality, and creating an environment where every member’s voice is heard and respected. We build a foundation that stands firm in its commitment to justice and equity for all and acknowledges we have much to learn and more steps to take to promote this inclusivity.
Through cultural potlucks, workshops on diversity in healthcare, and panel discussions, we continue to celebrate and acknowledge the multiple diverse experiences within our brotherhood while also addressing the unique challenges and issues that some individuals face. We want a space for all brothers to feel valued and supported, ensuring that diversity, equality, and inclusion are lived values within our fraternity.