Workforce

Diversity, equity, and inclusion are fundamental values at Partners HealthCare. As an organization internationally recognized for its scientific and technological advancement in health care, we value the broad experiences and capabilities that make our more than 73,000 employees exceptional. Our programs are intentionally designed to make our employees feel valued and respected.

Employee Resource Groups

Partners demonstrates commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion at our hospitals through the support of Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), which are committed to the recruitment, retention, and development of minority professionals. In addition to workshops and monthly meetings featuring thought leaders, speakers and networking opportunities, the ERGs engaged in the community to strengthen Partners commitment to supporting the communities we serve.

ERGs at Brigham and Women’s Hospital:

• The Association of Multicultural Members of Partners (AMMP)
• Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender (LGBT) and Allies
• The Young Professionals (YP)

ERGs at Mass General Hospital

• LGBT Employee Resource Group
• Association of Multicultural Members of Partners (AMMP)

ERGs at Partners HealthCare

• LGBTQ+ and Allies Employee Resource Group
• Women and Allies Employee Resource Group
• Young Professionals

Gender Identity/Expression in the Workplace Policy

Partners HealthCare has taken a leadership role as a major corporation to clarify transgender rights in the workplace. We recognize gender identity and gender expression as values important to equal employment opportunity and have clarified transgender rights and offer a road map to employees in transition. In support of the policy, Partners HealthCare created a tool kit for employees and their mangers to address the needs and issues that arise in the workplace when a member of the Partners HealthCare workforce decides to transition.

Diversity Mentorship Program

This program was created in pursuit of our commitment to be an employer of choice and an inclusive organization that leverages all resources to work towards more diverse leadership and therefore better business outcomes. We are committed to supporting and developing the next generation of leaders at Partners HealthCare by working to address and expand racial and ethnic representation in our organizations.

The Mentoring Program provides an opportunity for ethnic and racially diverse employees to gain valuable insights in navigating the Partners organization and corporate culture, to grow confidence and relationships, and to develop professional skills, specifically in leadership, through partnership with a Mentor who is a senior leader within the Partners System.

Workforce Development

Partners HealthCare Workforce Development, a division of Human Resources, is committed to ensuring a highly qualified and diverse pipeline of health care professionals, while providing economic opportunity within the communities we serve.

Learn more about the work by Partners HealthCare Workforce Development.

Leadership Training and Development

The current social, economic and political environment requires that we, as leaders, apply specific competencies that would allow us to successfully lead our diverse employee population and community. Diversity, equity and inclusion was identified as a strategic priority for Partners HealthCare and over the last two years, approximately 500 senior leaders have attended Partners in Diversity/Partners for Inclusion training and 175 mid-level managers have attended Inclusive Leadership Training for Managers.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Workforce Programs and Educational Opportunities

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Summit

Since May 2017, Partners HealthCare has convened an annual Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Summit. The goal is to bring all parts of the organization together for a day of learning and common experience in diversity and inclusion. The summits have become an opportunity for attendees to set aside their credentials, put on their learning caps, and interact with a wide range of colleagues, including administrative staff, physicians, hospital Presidents, Partners CEO and Board members. The 2019 summit theme was "The Power of Intersectionality: Identity as an asset."

Diversity Dialogues

Led by experts in the field, Partners HealthCare Diversity Dialogues are forums that help build awareness around a range of topics related to diversity and inclusion. The Diversity Dialogue series provides a platform for diverse voices to be heard and understood. Through these efforts we strive to create a more inclusive workplace.

Black History Month Celebration

Throughout the month of February, the Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion featured a series of special recognitions to honor not only those who have made contributions to our nation’s history, but also those who have made an impact on the health care field and on Partners and its institutions. This was also a great opportunity to highlight the many ways our employees can leverage their own differences while celebrating uniqueness.

To celebrate this important month, the Office of Diversity. Equity and Inclusion also recommended a variety of educational and fun activities, including museum visits and local tours, movies to watch and books to read.

National Disability Awareness Employment Month

Partners hosted this event with conversation centered around key concepts related to disability inclusion including: etiquette, behaviors, resources and accommodations. The goal was to highlight the role of staff and managers in supporting employees with disabilities and providing patients with culturally competent care.

“Nevertheless, She Persisted”  

In March 2018, the Partners Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion hosted the event, “Nevertheless, She Persisted” which served as the kick-off to the Women’s Employee Resource Group (ERG). It was a thought-provoking afternoon that explored – through a keynote speaker, panel discussion, Q&A and networking – how women can draw on persistence, purpose and action to be successful and advance their careers. 

Thank You for Your Service! Partners Salutes Employee-Veterans and Service Members

Partners HealthCare recognizes the important contributions our veterans make to our nation and to our Partners community. In honor of Veterans Day, Partners hosted a “Veterans Breakfast: Salute to Our Veterans” to thank and recognize our active and retired service members.

The event featured Partners Chief Medical Officer, Gregg Meyer, MD and Massachusetts Secretary of Veteran Affair Francisco Urena.