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Department of Biomedical Informatics: Access, Opportunity, and Advocacy

About DBMI-AOA

The UAMS Department of Biomedical Informatics (DBMI)-Access, Opportunity, and Advocacy (AOA) Committee began in the summer of 2022 with a charge from department leadership to bring a commitment to these values to all aspects of department life. We are excited to bring AOA best practices to our department work culture, educational offerings, research mission, and beyond.

UAMS DBMI-AOA Committee Vision and Mission Statement

Our vision is to have an organizational environment that embodies a culture of inclusion within the department where all members receive equitable treatment, feel valued, and are supported in the pursuit of excellence in their endeavors, while maintaining respect for work-life balance. Our mission is to support our students, staff, and faculty by identifying and addressing barriers to access, opportunity, and advocacy in education, research, administration, service, and beyond. It is our duty to listen, engage in dialog, advise, build relationships, and foster any needed changes, while modeling inclusive behavior in all circumstances.

Meet our Committee Members

Meet our current members.

Give us Your Feedback

At DBMI-AOA, we take feedback and comments seriously. We want to hear from you! Send us your suggestions, concerns, research ideas, or dreams concerning AOA for our department through this form. You have the option to remain anonymous.