The Board of Directors of The Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Radiologists (RANZCR) has approved ten goals to enhance diversity and inclusion.
The goals were agreed following a report delivered by RANZCR’s Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Taskforce on creating a more inclusive college.
The college’s goals include promoting a diverse membership on RANZCR committees and councils; training in unconscious bias for anyone who holds a leadership position; and adapting college terminology to use inclusive language.
The college will audit its progress each year and report back to fellows and staff.
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RANZCR President Clin A/Professor Sanjay Jeganathan said: ““The ten goals we have agreed will serve as a catalyst for enhancing diversity within RANZCR and contributing to a more inclusive environment.
“Diversity among professional organisations has been shown to improve creativity, innovation, and job satisfaction – in medicine, it has been linked to a positive impact on patient care.
“I’m very grateful to Professor Liz Kenny AO and other taskforce members for producing this report and helping the college endorse the ten transformational goals.”
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The taskforce’s report – Radiating Change – noted that while the college has made positive steps towards a more equitable workforce, more can be done.
Clin A/Professor Jeganathan added: “I am pleased at the strides we have made to improve diversity, equity, and inclusion over the last few years.
“We know there is a lot more work to do on our committees, councils, and on the board.
“Our ten goals are pivotal to attaining diversity, equity and inclusion and signals our commitment to change.”
