Diversity, Equity, Inclusion (DEI) Workgroup
Purpose
To inspire, mentor, and support engagement and representation in members from diverse backgrounds and to stimulate interest in the field of OPS through support of aspiring OPS surgeons from diverse backgrounds.
Primary Responsibilities
- Serve as a resource for guidance, networking, and career development for students and trainees from diverse backgrounds.
- Build partnerships with medical schools, residency programs, and community organizations to increase awareness about OPS as a career path.
- Identify opportunities for scholarships, grants, or funding to support underrepresented students and trainees interested in OPS.
- Provide recommendations to the Board for financial and organizational support of DEI-focused programs.
Composition
Composed of a Chair, Foundation Liaison, and up to seven (7) members.
Qualifications
The Chair shall have served on the Workgroup. Members shall have strong interest and passion for mentoring, outreach, and fostering diversity. The Foundation Liaison will be currently serving on the ASOPRS Foundation Board of Trustees.
Terms
The Chair shall serve a two (2) year term and may be appointed to an additional two (2) year term. Members shall serve a two (2) year term and may be appointed to an additional two (2) year term.
Time Commitment
5-10 hours per year.
2025 Workgroup Members
Bradford Lee, Chair
Don Kikkawa, Foundation Liaison
Andrea Kossler
Atif Collins
Brittany Simmons
Nickisa Hodgson
Dave Lyon
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