Health Equity, Alliance and Leadership Symposium

We are committed to the well-being and success of all community members. Columbia complies with all applicable civil rights laws and does not engage in illegal preferences or discrimination.

DEI Diversity Day discussion

The Health Equity, Alliance and Leadership Symposium is an annual event that celebrates community engagement and excellence in our program. The event features a keynote speaker, presentations that highlight community health programs, resident-led workshops, and a town hall with faculty and invited guests.

Past Speakers

8th Annual Celebration of Diversity and Inclusion Symposium: Keynote Speaker Olajide Williams MD MS

9th Annual HEAL Symposium 
February 7, 2025 
Keynote Speaker: Ndidi Unaka, MD MEd

8th Annual HEAL Symposium 
February 2, 2024 
Keynote Speaker: Olajide Williams, MD, MS

7th Annual HEAL Symposium 
February 17, 2023 
Keynote Speaker:  Renee Boynton-Jarrett, MD, ScD

6th Annual HEAL Symposium 
February 11, 2022
Keynote Speaker:  Monica L. Lypson, MD, MHPE

5th Annual HEAL Symposium  
February 26, 2021
Keynote Speaker:  Maria Trent, MD, MPH

4th Annual HEAL Symposium  
January 30, 2020 
Keynote Speaker: Brittany Packnett Cunnigham