HWL Insights

In a healthcare industry where innovation and compassion intersect, true progress is rooted in diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). Beth Israel Lahey Health (BILH), serving the northern suburbs of Boston, has redefined what it means to champion these values. With the support of HWL, BILH’s Disadvantaged Business Enterprises (DBE) program is not just a checkbox; it’s an impactful initiative that integrates diverse suppliers into the very fabric of its operations, driving forward a new era of inclusivity in healthcare.

In healthcare staffing, promoting diversity and inclusivity is not only ethically imperative but also strategically beneficial. Disadvantaged Business Enterprises (DBE) programs play a central role in achieving these goals. DBEs are businesses owned and operated by individuals confronting social and economic challenges, encompassing minority-owned, women-owned, veteran-owned, and disabled-owned enterprises, among others. These programs are designed to provide equitable access for DBEs to participate in federally funded contracts, particularly in healthcare staffing, thereby fostering supplier diversity and advancing equity in the healthcare sector.