ACEM is committed to a sustained, accountable program to prevent discrimination, bullying and sexual harassment and to strengthen equity, inclusion and adaptation across emergency medicine. Grounded in evidence and governance, this work has driven lasting cultural change from the 2018 action plans through to the College’s current Equity and Inclusion Strategy 2026-2030.

The Equity and Inclusion Strategy 2026–2030 and accompanying Strategy Compendium outline ACEM’s commitment to ensuring emergency medicine responds effectively to the diverse needs of all Fellows, Associates, trainees, staff and patients.

We recognise that even well-intentioned systems and practices can unintentionally exclude or disadvantage people from different backgrounds, identities and lived experiences. The Strategy focuses on strengthening policies, mindsets and practices to embed intercultural understanding, compassion and social emergency care across all areas of our work.

We encourage all members and emergency departments to consider how they can contribute to fostering inclusive, equitable and culturally safe environments for patients, colleagues and communities.


Membership and Trainee Diversity Survey and Report

In 2022, ACEM invited all members and trainees to take part in our first voluntary Membership and Trainee Diversity Survey. In 2023, the Membership and Trainee Diversity Survey Report was released, presenting key findings from the survey.
Background

In 2018, ACEM committed to two key action plans to help enact meaningful cultural change in the College and in emergency departments.
DBSH

Discrimination, Bullying and Sexual Harassment Action Plan
Completed Projects

This page outlines the progress the College has made.
Current Projects

This page outlines projects the College is developing.
Equity and Inclusion Committee

The Equity and Inclusion Committee leads and oversees the development and implementation of equity and inclusion plans across the College.

Resources and Support

Support members and trainees.
Call for expressions of interest

Express your interest in joining the Inclusion Committee as a trainee representative.
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