DEI Delusion: The Hidden Impact of Research in BIPOC Communities
Discover the hidden impact of DEI rollbacks on BIPOC communities! What happens when research leaves marginalized communities behind? Get an exclusive look inside DEI Delusion and uncover the systemic barriers shaping health research today. Preview the book now and join the movement for equitable research practices that serve ALL communities!
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About the Book
About the Book: DEI Delusion: The Hidden Impact of Research in BIPOC Communities is an essential read for researchers, policymakers, and advocates dedicated to advancing equitable and inclusive health research. This book provides a comprehensive analysis of systemic inequities in research, the dangers of DEI rollbacks, and the critical need for honesty, transparency, patient governance, accountability, and cultural competency in scientific studies. It also delves into the economic impact of dismantling DEI initiatives, demonstrating how these shifts influence funding, healthcare outcomes, and research sustainability.
What You'll Learn:
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The historical and political determinants of health that shape research access for BIPOC communities.
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Practical strategies for ethical recruitment, engagement, and retention of BIPOC participants in research.
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How to build long-term trust, transparency, and collaboration with marginalized communities.
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Insights into the impact of policy shifts, including NIH funding cuts and DEI rollbacks, on research equity.
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The role of AI in research and its limitations in addressing systemic racism without human oversight.
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The economic consequences of DEI rollbacks on healthcare, funding, and innovation.
DEI Delusion also critically examines the impact of NIH funding cuts on research equity, highlighting how both the Trump and Biden administrations have influenced DEI policies in healthcare and scientific research. Adinig underscores that recklessly dismantling DEI initiatives threatens to widen existing disparities, making this book essential for anyone wanting to join the fight for equitable research practices that serve all communities, not just the privileged few.
About the Author
Cynthia Adinig, co-founder of BIPOC Equity Agency, is an advocate, policy advisor, and subject matter expert on Long COVID. She has worked with research institutions, policymakers, and community leaders to advance health equity and improve engagement with underrepresented communities. As a former member of the Secretary’s Advisory Committee on Long COVID (ACLC) at HHS, she was appointed to help shape national policy on infection-associated chronic conditions.
Cynthia has been instrumental in influencing federal Long COVID legislation, collaborating with lawmakers to improve research funding, healthcare access, and patient protections. Her work now extends beyond Long COVID to broader legislation on infection-associated chronic conditions, disability rights, and healthcare equity. In recognition of her work in research, Cynthia has received a research award, reflecting her impact on equitable healthcare and patient-centered advocacy.
Her expertise in healthcare advocacy, research design, and policy development brings a unique perspective to DEI Delusion: The Hidden Impact of Research in BIPOC Communities.
Why Inclusive Research Matters
Inclusive research practices are essential to achieving health equity and ensuring that BIPOC communities are represented in scientific studies. By adopting ethical research methods, researchers can improve trust and engagement with underrepresented groups, resulting in more accurate data, better health outcomes, and greater community impact.
At BIPOC Equity Agency, we specialize in helping institutions implement equitable research strategies that build long-term trust with BIPOC communities. From BIPOC participant recruitment and community partnerships to policy-driven approaches in healthcare and public health research, our services are designed to ensure your research is ethical, inclusive, and impactful. Whether you're working on clinical trials, community advocacy, or health equity programs, we provide tailored solutions to support your inclusive research goals.
Learn more about how we can help advance your efforts in ethical, inclusive research and create lasting change.
