Our Commitment
NHGRI is committed to promoting diversity, equity and inclusion within our Institute to achieve the highest level of genomic innovation, reduce health disparities and foster health equity in areas related to genomics and genomic medicine.
Diversity Staff Spotlight
Our Progress
Human Genetics & Genomics Workforce Survey Report
In November 2022, the American Society of Human Genetics released the results of the Human Genetics & Genomics Workforce Survey Report that examines the diversity in the human genetics and genomics workforce. The report captures demographics such as citizenship; race, ethnicity or ancestry; gender identity; sexual orientation; age; disability status; and disadvantaged background. The survey was conducted by the American Society of Human Genetics, in cooperation with the American College of Medical Genetics and Genomics, the National Society of Genetic Counselors and other partner organizations.
Read the ASHG demographic reportFellowship in Genomic Science and Health Equity
In February 2021, NHGRI announced a new postdoctoral fellowship in genomic science and health equity, in partnership with the Food and Drug Administration, to prepare fellows to use genetic, genomic, and pharmacogenomic approaches to advance minority health and health equity.
About the FellowshipFunding to Promote Diversity in the Genomics Workforce
NHGRI provides both institutional and individual funding to promote diversity in the genomics workforce. Our programs offer opportunities at the undergraduate, postbaccalaureate, graduate, postdoctoral and faculty levels.
Learn More2020 NHGRI Strategic Vision
In October 2020, NHGRI published its 2020 Strategic Vision, which prioritizes enhancing diversity in the genomics workforce, inclusion, equity in the field of genomics as well as increasing research to address health disparities and to develop interventions for improving health equity.
Read the 2020 NHGRI Strategic VisionNew Perspectives
Humanity Binds Us
October 20, 2020
Roderic I. Pettigrew, Ph.D., M.D.
Texas A&M University / Houston Methodist Hospital
Racial inequities in health and what we can do about them
October 8, 2020
David R. Williams, Ph.D.
Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health
Last updated: February 6, 2024