Office for Women in Medicine and Science

To foster the academic career development and advancement of faculty and learners in medicine and biomedical sciences in their research, teaching, clinical, and leadership roles.

• Promote equitable access to opportunities for learners and faculty.
• Address systemic barriers to the academic career development.
• Provide learners (i.e., students, residents, interns, fellows, etc.) and faculty access to advisors, mentors, and sponsors.
• Create community.
• Bring distinguished faculty in the medical sciences to Yale School of Medicine as role models, mentors, and sponsors.
• Sponsor workshops and seminars on professional development and career opportunities.
• Systematically collect data to track improvements in gender equity.
• Serve as a focus for the discussion and resolution of issues of interest to the Yale School of Medicine community.