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Workplace systems, processes, and practices that promote safety, quality, effectiveness, positive patient and colleague interactions, and work-life balance.

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Physician Wellness Academic Consortium

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The Glossary for Culture Transformation is a living document to be revised on an annual basis.

Suggested Citation: Office of Equity, Vitality, and Inclusion, Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine, Boston Medical Center, and Boston University Medical Group. Glossary for Culture Transformation. 2021.

For questions or suggestions, please email wordsmatter@bu.edu

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Sign the Words Matter Pledge

Commit to using the Glossary for Culture Transformation as a tool to be an ally and champion of justice, equity, and belonging. This Words Matter pledge is adapted from and inspired by the work of BMC's Grayken Center for Addiction to end the stigma surrounding substance use disorders and people in recovery.

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Words Matter

Sign the pledge below and partner with us in using the Glossary for Culture Transformation as a tool to be an ally and champion of justice, equity, and belonging:

  • I commit to using words that disrupt systems of oppression + build a culture of justice, equity, and belonging.
  • I commit to talking about disparities that impact structurally marginalized populations in the context of systemic oppression.
  • I commit to continued personal growth by expanding my awareness, addressing my biases, and repairing any harm – especially when it gets challenging.
  • I commit to creating a community where everyone feels affirmed and valued.
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