WCH's Office of Equity and Corporate Equity Committee members
WCH's Office of Equity and Corporate Equity Committee members
Creating an equitable environment where women feel safe and included is an ongoing journey. WCH is relentless in its pursuit of cultivating a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion both inside and outside the hospital walls. It’s a value that’s demonstrated by the enthusiasm of #TeamWCH to join meaningful, equity-based initiatives, learn from one another and become leaders, whether it be as a member of the Corporate Equity Committee, at equity-based celebrations throughout the year or in developing Affinity Groups to ensure all people feel supported and seen.
This photo essay shares impactful initiatives and powerful testimonials demonstrating how action fosters inclusion at WCH.
Canada's Best Diversity Employers
This year, Women’s College Hospital was named one of Canada's Best Diversity Employers for 2024. The award recognizes organizations with exceptional workplace diversity and inclusiveness programs and a collective commitment to fostering a workplace that celebrates diversity, equity and inclusion.
“This acknowledgment reflects the tremendous impact our team has in making WCH a vibrant and inclusive workplace. Every day, our team demonstrates that equity is at the heart of everything we do. This recognition as Canada's Best Diversity Employer is a shared accomplishment.”
– Heather McPherson, President and CEO, Women’s College Hospital.
Black History and Futures Month
“Through vibrant celebrations and insightful reflections, this year’s Black History and Futures Month illuminated the resilience and achievements of the Black community, reaffirming the vital need for continuous empowerment, all while embracing the essence of Black joy.”
– Sharia Payne, Project Coordinator, Office of Equity
Festival of Lights - Diwali
“Women’s College Hospital exemplifies equity, diversity, inclusion, accessibility (EDIA) and social justice (SJ) through recognizing, accepting and acknowledging systemic barriers and creating meaningful partnerships to overcome these barriers, creating new positions and spaces for EDIA and SJ work to happen.”
– Harikrishnan Gopalakrishnan Nair, Clinical Manager
United with Pride
“Women’s College Hospital’s vision for 'a healthier, more equitable world' is clearly reflected in the hospital’s culture. As the chair of the hospital’s Pride Committee, seeing such an enthusiastic turnout for our Pride events throughout the month really drove home that Women’s is inclusive, welcoming, and supportive of all people, no matter who they are.”
– Kabir Singh Shergill, Communications Advisor
Ganawishkadawe Centre for Wise Practices in Indigenous Health
“WCH is slowly and effectively building a culturally safe relationship between health institutions and the Indigenous community. When healthcare initiatives are Indigenous led with strong, dedicated allies, programs like these are massive for reconciliation in healthcare in this country.”
– Telena Shena, Manager of Operations, Ganawishkadawe Centre for Wise Practices in Indigenous Health
Holiday Celebration
“Through the leadership of our Corporate Equity Committee and Office of Equity, we have been able to create a workplace where our unique identities are recognized and celebrated.”
– Sandra Smith, Vice President, People, Culture and Equity & CHRO.
International Women’s Day
This International Women’s Day, we asked staff, volunteers, physicians and community members how they inspire inclusion in gender equity. Here are some of their answers:
I inspire inclusion in gender equity by…
