Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

Precision Medicine
Precision Medicine for ​Everyone

Our vision at TGen is centered around bridging genomic research with medical advancements that directly impact individuals, their families, and their communities. To achieve this, a working environment that is diverse, equitable, and inclusive to all is essential.

The Goal
The Goal of DEI

Our goal is to facilitate a more informed conversation at TGen and create avenues for organizational dialogue and learning around diversity, equity and inclusion. We want to ensure everyone is heard and that TGen becomes an even better place to work.

Events
Events & Celebrations

December kicks off winter. It's a month to recognize those individuals whose lives inspire us all, a month of celebrations that provide moments to pause and a month to reflect on what matters most as the year comes to a close and resolutions light the path toward a new year.

Our Mission

The DEI Council is committed to the core values of respect for all ideas and perspectives, strong community, and mindful listening; and exists to cultivate an environment built on trust, sensitivity, and diversity where all talents, viewpoints, and inquiries are welcome. We are also committed to communication and education efforts to reduce unconscious bias, hold people accountable for their words and actions, and promote empathy.

DEI Council Members

Krystine Garcia Mansfield — Bioinformatician III

Kristen Kaus — Manager, Education and Outreach (Council Vice-Chair)

Joseph Mikhael, M.D. — Professor (Council Chair)

Jerry Muñoz — TGen Facilities Tech IV

Khyati Pathak, Ph.D. — Research Assistant Professor

Lisa Rey — HR Liaison

Kim Thompson — Specialist, Education and Outreach

Hayley Yaglom — Genomic Epidemiologist

Aaron Zamora — HelpDesk Technician

DEI Council
Joseph Mikhael DEI Journal Club Review
The Promise and Limitations of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in US Medical Schools and Academic Medical Centers

Hayley Yaglom DEI Journal Club Review
Understanding the Dynamics of Diversity in the Public Health Workforce

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