The JEDI (Justice, Equity, Diversity, & Inclusion) Volunteer Workforce

Individuals want to interact with people who look like they do, and while many organizations have recognized the importance of diversity within their hired staff, the traditional volunteers in some organizations may not reflect the demographics of the patient population. Join us for an open discussion on creating a JEDI volunteer workforce. Discover how to increase the diversity of your volunteer workforce and ensure that volunteers feel welcomed and have a sense of belongingness in both your programs and the organization.
Andrea Kennedy-Tull, MSBM, CPXP | Director, Patient Experience & Operations, Harris Health System
Dana Litwin, CVA | President, Dana Litwin Consulting, LLC
Karina Vargas, Solutions Architect, VSys One
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