Community Action

Welcome to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) and Advocacy at DGIM

Welcome to our Community, Social Justice, and Advocacy Page 

¡Bienvenidos! Everyone at DGIM cares deeply about each other and that’s what makes us special. We also care about advocating for social justice and patients who have been historically marginalized. To address these issues we have a Social Justice, Advocacy & Community Engagement (SPACE) committee. These committee members tackle real-life issues and find opportunities for employees to have a positive impact in the world. Our Food Pharmacy addresses food insecurity by distributing groceries to patients who lack access to fresh food.  We have regular Justice for All Town Halls which discuss issues like racism, gender-affirming care, medical care for immigrants, and being an ally. Our researchers address healthcare issues for racial/ethnic, aging, sexual & gender minority populations as well as linguistically diverse groups. Their findings transform the way primary care is delivered. 

As the inaugural Director of Community, Opportunity, and Access at DGIM, I am passionate about supporting these programs and bringing justice to our everyday lives. And I am grateful for getting the chance to enhance the principles of justice, humanity, and love in this role.  Con apreciación,

Gina Moreno-John, MD, MPH
Director of DEI at DGIM