Diversity Equity & Inclusion (DEI) Action & Impact

At Ingram Screening, we are unwavering in our commitment to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in every aspect of our work. As the leader in perinatal mental health screening, we recognize the profound impact that systemic inequities have on maternal health outcomes. Our mission is to ensure that every individual, regardless of race, ethnicity, socioeconomic status, gender identity, or ability, has access to the care and support they deserve during the perinatal period. 

Our DEI Commitment

1. Equitable Access to Care: We advocate for screening policies and practices that eliminate barriers to perinatal mental health resources, ensuring equitable access for all birthing individuals and families.
2. Cultural Competence: We strive to educate and empower providers, clinics, and organizations to deliver culturally competent screening that respects and honors the diverse identities and experiences of the communities they serve.
3. Representation Matters: We are dedicated to amplifying underrepresented voices in maternal health through our screening business model, partnerships, and advocacy efforts.
4. Continuous Learning: Our team is committed to ongoing education and self-reflection to ensure that our work aligns with DEI principles and adapts to the evolving needs of the communities we serve.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) encompass a wide range of differences and disabilities, ensuring that all individuals are valued, respected, and provided with equitable opportunities. As it relates to screening in the perinatal period, we will be looking at all of the differences and disabilities that fall under the DEI umbrella:

• Cultural and ethnic backgrounds
• National origin or ancestry
• Racial identities and experiences of systemic racism

• Women, men, and nonbinary individuals
• Gender-expansive identities (e.g., genderqueer, genderfluid)
• Transgender individuals

• LGBTQIA+ individuals (e.g., lesbian, gay, bisexual, queer, intersex, asexual)
• Issues of representation and inclusion in heteronormative spaces

• Physical disabilities (e.g., mobility impairments, visual or hearing impairments)
• Intellectual or developmental disabilities (e.g., autism, Down syndrome)
• Mental health conditions (e.g., depression, anxiety, PTSD)
• Chronic illnesses (e.g., diabetes, lupus, fibromyalgia)
• Neurological conditions (e.g., ADHD, epilepsy, traumatic brain injury)

• Autism spectrum disorders
• ADHD and other learning differences
• Dyslexia, dyspraxia, and similar conditions

• Age diversity across generations (e.g., Gen Z, Millennials, Boomers)
• Challenges faced by older adults and younger individuals in certain industries or settings

• Economic disparities
• Educational attainment and access to resources
• Housing and food insecurity

• Different faiths, belief systems, and spiritual practices
• Nonreligious individuals, including atheists and agnostics

• Immigrant and refugee communities
• Documentation status and its impact on access to services and opportunities

• Linguistic diversity (e.g., non-native speakers, multilingual individuals)
• Use of sign language and other communication aids

• Weight diversity and addressing weight-based discrimination
• Unique physical characteristics or differences

• Recognition of how overlapping identities (e.g., a Black LGBTQ+ individual with a disability) create unique experiences of discrimination and privilege.

DEI efforts aim to address the systemic barriers, biases, and inequities associated with these differences and disabilities, fostering environments where everyone feels respected, supported, and included.