Mission Statement and Goals
Our mission for the ASCPT LGBTQIA+ Identity Group is to foster a welcoming, inclusive, and supportive environment for LGBTQIA+ individuals and their allies in the professional world of Clinical Pharmacology and Therapeutics.
We are committed to:
- Advocacy and Awareness: Promoting understanding and respect for LGBTQIA+ issues within the scientific and professional communities and beyond. We aim to educate and challenge biases, working towards a society where everyone can live authentically and without fear of discrimination.
- Support and Community: Creating a safe space where LGBTQIA+ individuals and allies can connect, share experiences, and support one another. We strive to build a sense of belonging and solidarity, ensuring that no one feels alone in their journey.
- Empowerment and Growth: Encouraging personal and professional development by providing a space to share resources, mentorship, and share lived experiences. We believe in the power of empowering individuals to become confident, active members of their communities.
- Celebration and Visibility: Honoring the diversity and contributions of the LGBTQIA+ community to pharmacology and therapeutic research and development. We celebrate our identities and achievements, promoting visibility and representation in all areas of life.
- Partnership and Collaboration: Working with other affinity groups to advance equality and inclusion in professional spaces. We believe in the strength of collective action and the importance of building strong, supportive networks.
Together, we aspire to create a future where every person, regardless of their sexual orientation or gender identity, is respected, valued, and empowered to live their fullest life.
If you are interested in learning more about the LGBTQIA+ Identity Group, please contact Group Coordinator, Shayna Killam, PharmD.
Are you interested in affiliating with one of the new Identity Groups? Simply log into your Member Dashboard and access your profile, where you can select which Identity Group(s) you would like to join by scrolling down to the bottom of the page. Save your changes, and you are all set! The respective Identity Group Coordinator will reach out to you with more information as it becomes available.