A recent commentary in JAMA Network Open by Dr. Aniruddha Hazra and Dr. Scott Cook underscores the urgent need to improve workplace culture for sexual and gender minority employees in health care. Drawing on a study by Hinkle et al., the authors highlight that LGB and TQNB staff report lower engagement, poorer inclusivity, and higher rates of considering leaving due to harmful workplace behaviour. Despite years of inclusion efforts, disparities persist. The commentary emphasizes that real equity requires addressing power dynamics, centering minoritized voices, and confronting workplace harassment. Without this, diversity initiatives fall short and organizational change remains incomplete.
The message is clear: culture change must go deeper.
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