Learn about the Office of Healthcare Equity's vision, strategic blueprint, and the team driving positive change in healthcare education and delivery at UW Medicine.
Access training, assessment tools, and resources designed to build a more equitable healthcare environment. Find practical solutions for implementing equity, diversity, and inclusion in your work.
Explore our specialized centers and research initiatives dedicated to addressing health disparities and advancing equity-focused innovation in healthcare delivery and education.
Learn how we partner with diverse communities to create inclusive, culturally responsive healthcare services and meaningful engagement opportunities for patients and community members.
Find meaningful ways to contribute to healthcare equity through learning, volunteering, advocacy, and philanthropy. Everyone can make a difference—discover how you can help.
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Check out local resource fairs across King County offered on an on a ongoing basis throughout 2026. Interested in volunteering at this event? The Office of Healthcare Equity will be present at this event and would be grateful to have University of Washington Medicine and Health Sciences students, faculty, or staff represent their departments or […]
Dates: Honoring Latine culture: Traditions, mental health, and community-based wellness Hondrando la cultura Latina: Tradiciones, salud mental, y bienestar comunitario Purpose and Audience The Latina Health Symposium brings together people from all professions working to advance Latine health and wellness. These events provide a unique forum for clinicians, public health professionals, community workers, researchers, students, […]
The UW Osher Center for Integrative Health, through the Cha Chi Ming Seminar Series, is pleased to present Caring for Pain, Caring for You: Tools for Healing.Join experts in integrative medicine, neurology, and Chinese medicine for a free three-part webinar series exploring practical, evidence-based approaches to managing chronic pain and improving well-being. Participants will learn […]
National Latino Physician Day is celebrated annually on October 1st. The UW School of Medicine Network of Underrepresented Residents and Fellows (NURF) and the Latino Medical Student Association (LMSA) are looking forward to inviting you to celebrate with us in a joyful evening of food, connection, and storytelling. Meet fellow UW Medicine colleagues, residents, and […]
The Indigenous Walking Tour highlights Coast Salish history, art, and activism through seven stops across the University of Washington Campus. It was created by Owen Oliver '21 to explore what it means to increase visibility, accountability, and connection to place on campus. Read more about the Indigenous Walking Tour. About Owen Oliver Owen comes from […]
Rooted in Resilience: Honoring Our Past, Celebrating Our Future POCAAN is committed to providing comprehensive, multicultural awareness and prevention programs aimed at addressing health disparities experienced in marginalized communities. Established in 1987, POCAAN is a multicultural, multi-social service agency serving marginalized communities in Seattle and greater King County including Latino, Black, Asian/Pacific Islander and Native […]
Join us on Saturday, October 17, for our first DFAD event of the school year! Come learn more about the field of oncology, hear from medical professionals, ask questions, and participate in hands-on activities. We’re excited to welcome you and hope to see you there! Open to all students, the purpose of Doctor for […]
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and Cierra Sisters is thrilled to invite you to celebrate World Mammography Day. This year’s theme: “More Than a Mammogram – It’s All Connected: The Body, The System & The Fight to Thrive.” Join in community for an empowering afternoon of connection, education, and action as we fight breast […]
This year's Día de los Muertos honors 35 years of legacy, resilience, and leadership that have shaped Entre Hermanos across generations, and the community that continues to carry this work forward. First. Fearless. Forever. First celebrates historic leadership Entre Hermanos created space where none existed and helped build culturally rooted health infrastructure for Latine LGBTQ+ communities across Washington State. […]
The Committee for Faculty Mentorship & Advocacy (CMFA) is excited to invite you to their 2026 Fall Welcome on Tuesday October 27th from 5:30-7:30pm at the UW Waterfront Activities (WAC). This will be a time to gather, provide community updates, share some exciting plans for the upcoming year, and acknowledge the 2026 CMFA Mentor Award […]