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Improve FDA communication with underserved people; and
	Partner with external stakeholders to identify and reduce health disparities

The Office of Minority Health and Health Equity develops innovative methods to reach diverse communities, and supports implementing FDASIA Section 1138 (2012) to address low literacy by:

Reviewing FDA communication plans to help ensure public resources are clear, culturally appropriate, and available in other languages as needed.
	Developed theLanguage Access Plan(2014)—an initiative to identify the needs of people with limited English proficiency and to provide meaningful access to language-assistance services.View the Consumer UpdateThe Office of Minority Health and Health Equity also encourages stakeholders, such as non-profit organizations and advocacy groups, to collaborate with FDA.

The Office of Minority Health and Health Equity also promotes diversity in the public health workforce and supports community outreach.



The Office:

Participates in FDA Fellowship and Pharmacy Experiential Programs
	Works with FDA centers to assist Minority Serving Institutions (MSIs)
	Participates in local community health fairs
	Promotes interest in STEM, education among local minority-serving middle and high schools

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                        National Minority Health Month (NMHM) 2023
          Clinical Trial Diversity
          Publications


                        Enhance EQUITY Initiative
          Skin Facts! What You Need to Know About Skin Lightening Products
          Health Equity Forum Podcast
          Language Access
          Minority Health and Health Equity Resources
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