This episode features Arianne Dowdell, VP & Chief DEI Officer at Houston Methodist. Here, she discusses diversity, equity and inclusion at Houston Methodist, what they’re focused on for the remainder of 2022 and beyond.
Summary
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at Houston Methodist: A Conversation with Arianne Dowdell, VP & Chief DEI Officer
Introduction
At Houston Methodist, diversity, equity and inclusion is a key focus area that is being led by Arianne Dowdell, the VP & Chief DEI Officer. In this episode, Arianne talks about Houston Methodist's efforts towards diversity, equity and inclusion and the goals that they are working towards for the remaining year of 2022 and beyond.
The Focus for 2022 and Beyond
Arianne's focus for the second half of 2022 is to continue growing employee resource groups, focus on health equity, and launch an initiative to talk about anti-racism and anti-bias. She anticipates roadblocks such as not everyone being on the same page when it comes to diversity, equity and inclusion. She plans to use data to track their progress and measure effectiveness, such as looking at employee retention, growth within the organization, and the makeup of departments.
The Use of Dashboards and Let's Talk Program
Arianne is excited about the work that Houston Methodist is doing in terms of diversity, equity, and inclusion. She discussed how they are using dashboards to tell stories and provide return on investment for their efforts. Additionally, she discussed their Let's Talk program which is designed to create a safe space for employees to have conversations about racism and biases. Finally, Arian expressed her excitement about the changes that Houston Methodist has made and how it will positively affect the lives of people with disabilities.
Conclusion
Diversity, equity, and inclusion is a priority at Houston Methodist and with Arianne Dowdell as the VP & Chief DEI Officer, they are taking significant steps in making their workforce as diverse and inclusive as possible. With initiatives such as growing employee resource groups, focusing on health equity, and launching an anti-racism and anti-bias initiative, Houston Methodist is making substantial strides. The use of dashboards and the Let's Talk program further underscores their commitment to ensuring an equitable and inclusive workplace.
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This episode aired on 10/08/2022 and can be listened here.
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