The Healthcare Cultural Accountability Council (HCAC) is a newly established advisory body at UAII created to preserve cultural alignment in our healthcare services.
This Council’s core purpose is to ensure that every aspect of UAII’s healthcare delivery is guided by and accountable to the cultural values, traditions and expectations of the Native community we serve.
The HCAC will consist of five members, including the following:
- 2 seats: Respected Tribal cultural leaders with knowledge of traditional healing and wellness
- 1 seat: Indigenous community culture bearer
- 1 seat: UAII board member
- 1 seat: UAII staff member
Members will meet regularly to:
- Review policies, protocols and patient experience practices for cultural integrity
- Recommend changes to ensure care environments are welcoming, safe and culturally grounded
- Advise on integration of traditional healing perspectives alongside Western medical care
Provide guidance on culturally sensitive communication, outreach and health education
Join the council
UAII is seeking qualified community members to serve on the Healthcare Cultural Accountability Council. You can nominate yourself or someone you know to serve on the council by doing the following:
- Fill out this online form
- Download and email this form to alittle@uaii.com
- Download and drop off this form at our headquarters: 1453 West Temple Street, Los Angeles, CA 90026
Applications are due September 30.
