ISHLT Statement on Racism and Equity

Published 12 June 2020

The International Society for Heart and Lung Transplantation (ISHLT) is an international society committed to improving the care of patients with advanced heart or lung disease worldwide. We are devoted to improving the lives of all patients with advanced heart and lung disease regardless of age, color, creed, disability, gender, gender expression, place of origin or sexual orientation.

We affirm the principles of equity, inclusion, diversity, and respect for all people, and that these principles guide the actions of ISHLT’s leaders, members, and staff in advancing the goals of the Society.

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