Hospitals advance DEI despite tight economy

Money is tight at many health systems facing narrowing margins, staffing shortages and broad economic headwinds, which might encourage executives to scale back on initiatives that aren’t part of their core missions. When it comes to diversity, equity and inclusion programs, however, some aren’t backing away.

Trinity Health’s diversity, equity and inclusion strategy has never been more critical, said LaRonda Chastang, senior vice president of…