Diversity, Inclusion, Health Equity & Access

The Inclusion, Diversity, Equity & Access Workgroup, composed of seven faculty and three staff members, ensures the continued cultivation of a model academic and environmental culture in which differences are invited, recognized, appreciated and valued. The workgroup strives to foster understanding, collaboration, professionalism and leadership through open communication and positive interactions.

“Growing up, I never had a healthcare professional who looked like me. However, my parents made it known that I could indeed become a dentist by working hard, overcoming barriers, and stepping into spaces that weren’t always the most welcoming with confidence. I want to pay it forward by supporting, uplifting, and encouraging other minority students to pursue higher education and medical careers. I would like to remind others that being a minority should not deter them from reaching beyond the stars. I hope to positively impact the University of Florida College of Dentistry community by implementing more diversity initiatives, celebrating minority students, and participating in mentorship opportunities. Additionally, I hope to use my enrollment at UFCD to better serve minority communities that lack access to dental care, as well as increase awareness of how social determinants can negatively impact health.”