The Community and Belonging Council guides departmental leaders in building a culture of respect and belonging within the department and in partnership with the greater community. The Council welcomes faculty and trainees to join committees dedicated to community engagement, education, faculty affairs, and trainee support. Learn more.

The Diversity Mentoring Program facilitates networking and career development among trainees and faculty of the Department of Psychiatry and Human Behavior and the Center for Alcohol and Addiction Studies. The program offers trainees and faculty opportunities to discuss clinical, research, and professional issues relevant to varied populations in a supportive collegial environment. Interested in participating? Contact the Diversity Mentoring Program.

The Faculty of Color Affinity Group meets for dinner on a regular basis to socialize and build supportive community. Faculty of all identities are welcome. 

The Kaleidoscope Affinity Group meets for dinner on a regular basis to build supportive community for trainees of color. Trainees of all identities are welcome. 

The LGBTQ+ Affinity Group meets for dinner and community on a regular basis to build supportive community. Faculty and trainees of all identities are welcome. 

The Disability/Chronic Illness Affinity Group supports and empowers faculty and trainees who navigate the unique experiences of living with disabilities and chronic illnesses. Faculty and trainees of all identities are welcome.

The Office of Belonging, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (OBEDI) within the Division of Biology and Medicine offers academic, professional, and personal support via programs for faculty and for trainees. Learn more.

The Office of Women in Medicine and Science within the Division of Biology and Medicine provides programming to promote the advancement of women faculty, residents, students, and trainees. All are welcome to participate. Learn more.

Brown is home to more than two dozen Religious and Spiritual Communities that meet to share faith and fellowship. Learn more.

The LGBTQ+ Center at Brown University offers education, consultation, and social and cultural programming for students, faculty, trainees, and staff. Learn more.