The University of Arizona Health Sciences (UAHS) LGBTQIA+ Health Equity Alliance was created to support and provide a safe, accepting, inclusive and respectful environment for our LGBTQIA+ Health Science Community and allies. Our mission and values continue as we work towards health equity for all. Our programs and work evolves to embrace the LGBTQIA+ community needs. To learn more click here https://diversity.uahs.arizona.edu/diversity-connections/lgbtq-interest-group.
The endowment fund will directly support LGBTQIA+ students and allies annually with scholarships. Together we will provide a legacy of financial support to our UAHS LGBTQIA+ students and allies in providing inclusive affirming and equitable healthcare for LGBTQIA+ people. Donate now and be part of the change!
This donation will contribute to the student scholarships and organizational operations to maintain the overall mission.
Incorporate sexual orientation and gender identity data collection and electronic medical records. Data collected improves the ability to serve LGBTQIA+ people of all races and ethnicities. It helps to assess and improve the health of its members.
Promote future LGBTQIA+ health professional leaders to further health equity mission for LGBTQIA+ patients.
Increase the number of LGBTQIA+ healthcare educators and experts in the field to facilitate the design, implementation, evaluation and publication of LGBTQIA+ curricula content and better prepare students and healthcare providers to care for LGBTQIA+ patients.
Support the mission and values of UAHS LGBTQIA+ Interest Group in providing education, symposiums, awards and scholarships.
Create healthcare where LGBTQIA+ people are comfortable disclosing their sexual orientation or gender identity in healthcare settings without fear of discrimination or provider bias.