AACP Special Taskforce White Paper on Diversifying Our Investment in Human Capital

The Case for Culturally Responsive Teaching in Pharmacy Curricula

“…The American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy (AACP) defines diversity in reference to student pharmacists as individuals "with backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences that reflect the diverse communities they serve" while the American College of Clinical Pharmacists (ACCP) advocates for diversity to encompass "not only race and ethnicity but also socioeconomic status, rural and urban background, age, gender, sexual orientation, ability level, and other life experiences." 9,10 For the context of this commentary, "cultural diversity," adds another layer to the concept of diversity. Culture can be defined as a fluid, multivariable process "through which ordinary activities and conditions take on an emotional tone and a moral meaning" for individuals.…”

Adapting Leadership Styles to Reflect Generational Differences in the Academy

“…Ineffective generational engagement results in divisions among colleagues and stifles creativity, growth, and advancement. 13 AACP's Strategic Priority 7 states that "AACP is considered a priority organization for affiliation and leadership development by volunteers and staff." 14 This requires commitment from all levels of leadership, and will require multiple leadership styles to effectively motivate constituents.…”

Systemic racism: Pharmacists’ role and responsibility

“…The American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy (AACP) created a special task force on “Diversifying our Investment in Human Capital” that took a holistic look and made substantive recommendations on diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives at all levels of pharmacy education. 9 Recommendations included the need to increase the resources, both within the association and at schools and colleges of pharmacy, to improve student and faculty recruitment of BIPOC talent, and to improve the climate for learning, scholarly activities, and success at our institutions. The task force called for an increased emphasis on the roles of pharmacists in health equity and in addressing social determinants of health.…”