Advocacy & Education

LifeGift’s Multicultural Advisory Committee: Promoting Diversity and Inclusion in Organ, Eye and Tissue Donation Education

August 22, 2023

LifeGift has been making significant strides in promoting diversity and inclusion in its mission to save lives through organ, eye and tissue donation. At the heart of this endeavor is LifeGift’s Multicultural Advisory Committee (MAC), a group composed of LifeGift team members representing an array of communities & demographics. This committee serves as a crucial resource, guiding and providing feedback on the organization’s efforts to educate and engage the multicultural communities it serves.

The committee comprises dedicated LifeGift team members who are passionate about fostering inclusivity and understanding within the organization and the communities it serves. These team members come from various backgrounds, ensuring a well-rounded representation of cultures and experiences. The working group’s members are volunteers who believe in the power of community to enhance donation awareness and accessibility, and they are eager to contribute their insights to make a difference.

A key strength of the committee lies in its ability to reflect a wide range of demographics. By including members from diverse ethnicities, races, genders, sexual orientations, ages and disability statuses, the working group captures a comprehensive view of the multicultural communities it seeks to reach. This representation is crucial in shaping culturally sensitive and relevant strategies for raising awareness about donation, addressing obstacles and fostering a positive and inclusive narrative around this critical cause.

“One of the primary functions of the committee is to provide valuable guidance and feedback to LifeGift,” says Woodlhey Ambroise, MSHA, MBA, RRT, RCP, CPTC, LifeGift MAC chair and senior director of organ operations and surgical recovery. “The members actively participate in the development of culturally appropriate educational materials, campaigns and outreach initiatives.”

“Their input helps tailor messages to resonate with various audiences, promoting donation awareness in ways that are most impactful,” adds Shanté Wells, MHA, MAC co-chair and
senior director of donation systems.

“Through this collaboration, LifeGift can foster stronger connections with multicultural communities, transform viewpoints on misconceptions and increase trust in the donation process.”

LifeGift’s Multicultural Advisory Committee stands as a beacon of community and inclusion within the organization’s mission to save lives through organ, eye, and tissue donation.