DE&I Toolkit
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Presentation: New Frontiers in Health Equity and the Critical Role for Health Plans
Maria Hernandez and Nwando Anyaoku, DE&I visionary strategists, share their perspectives on how this escalating health equity movement is impacting health plans and opening doors for powerful and lasting changes in the way they serve their members. This was shared at the 2022 Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion & Member Experience Value Visits in Chicago, Illinois.
Presentation: Rapid Fire Case Studies on DE&I Strategy and Tactics (Quartz Health Solutions)
Quartz Health Solutions present a case study about their DE&I journey and lessons learned along the way. This was shared at the 2022 Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion & Member Experience Value Visits in Chicago, Illinois.
2022 Poster Project Book
The Health Plan Alliance 2022 Poster Project aggregates case studies presented in a poster format with innovative ideas in the areas of benefit design, health equity, and customer/member experience.
Diversity Equity & Inclusion (DEI) One-stop-shop for all aspects of your DEI journey
Deloitte provides a comprehensive overview of the many facets of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion.
The Diversity and Inclusion Revolution - 8 Powerful Truths
This resource from Deloitte provides eight powerful truths about the diversity and inclusion revolution.
2022 Hispanic Heritage Month Toolkit
Hispanic Star, a platform to advance Hispanics in the U.S., provides a robust set of resources in support of Hispanic Heritage Month including data sets, important dates, internal communications and digital assets. Access the online toolkit and a variety of resources to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month (September 15th - October 15th) through the following link: https://hispanicstar.org/toolkit/
DE&I Workgroup Presentation - 07.11.22
Overview of how Community Health Workers (CHWs) play a role in a health plan's DE&I strategy.
Report: Community Health Worker Return on Investment Study Final Report
Community Health Workers (CHWs) are frontline public health workers who are trusted members of and/or have an unusually close understanding of the community served. (American Public Health Association, 2009). CHWs are a vital connection between individuals and health care systems. By closing a gap of not only professional shortages, but also cultural understanding, a CHW can provide access to care and understanding of complex health issues. A CHW's job description can include a wide variety of tasks, including advocating for individuals, families, and communities; serving as home health aides; becoming health educators; organizing street outreach; coordinating community events; and, navigating patients through a complicated system.
July 11, 2022 DE&I Workgroup Meeting Agenda
July 2022 DE&I Workgroup Meeting Agenda
IU Health Plan Supplier Diversity Presentaion
The presentation details IU Health Plans journey to create and establish an effective supplier diversity program.
IU Health Plan DE&I Supplier Diversity Protocol
The document describes IU Health Plans supplier diversity protocols and strategy.
June 13, 2022 DE&I Workgroup Meeting Agenda
June 13, 2022 DE&I Workgroup Meeting Agenda
The ROI of DE&I -- The Great Resignation
Diversity Crew shares their presentation on the ROI of DE&I.
DE&I Library
A library supporting Diversity, Equity and Inclusion efforts from Diversity Crew.
Dictionary of DE&I terms
Diversity Crew provides a resource dictionary supporting DE&I efforts.