There is an active and thriving LGBTQ+ community at Dana-Farber that includes patients, staff, and volunteers. This community is anchored by the Dana-Farber LGBTQ+ & Friends Employee Resource Group (ERG).
Our Mission
The ERG's mission is to foster an inclusive and supportive environment at Dana-Farber for people across the spectrums of sexuality and gender, including those who are lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer.
The Dana-Farber ERG works to fulfill its mission by:
- Advocating for Dana-Farber LGBTQ+ patients – helping to define and monitor equity and equality for LGBTQ+ patients and their families
- Promoting Dana-Farber Cancer Institute as an ally for LGBTQ+ patients and families, as well as for Institute staff
- Increasing internal awareness and visibility of the LGBTQ+ community at Dana-Farber
- Supporting LGBTQ+ organizations and efforts within the Greater Boston health care community
For questions, concerns, or more information about patient care for the LGBTQ+ community at Dana-Farber, please contact the staff of Dana-Farber Patient/Family Relations at 617-632-3417 or email patientfamily_relations@dfci.harvard.edu. Our staff aims to provide help, sensitivity, and compassion to LGBTQ+ patients, their families, and loved ones.