Ad Hoc Committee on Minority Issues

Mission Statement 

The mission of the ASTS Ad Hoc Committee on Minority Affairs is to ensure balanced representation among under-represented and underserved minorities specific to organ donation and transplantation.

The purpose of the committee is to:

·         Provide national leadership to address disparities in donation, access to transplantation and outcomes among under-represented  and underserved minorities

·         Promote research and clinical practice of transplantation in minorities to encourage personalized care

·         Educate and create awareness among minority groups utilizing a culturally sensitive approach

·         Unify, represent, support, and educate  minority transplant professionals

·         Encourage minority transplant professionals to participate in the ranks of ASTS 

·         Influence the policy makers in minority issues

Current and Recent Minority Activities | Committee Members