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Environmental
Assessment
 Changes
in the practice of radiology necessitate that women radiologists, radiation
oncologists, and related professionals acquire and refine leadership and
other non-interpretative skills; expand networking and mentoring activities;
work towards eliminating gender bias; and achieve equality in the work
place. The American Association for Women Radiologist is uniquely positioned
to offer its members educational programs and networking capabilities
that will enhance their personal and professional lives. With decreasing
revenues and with the numerous organizations and activities that compete
for member's time and money, the American Association for Women Radiologist
must focus its resources and its efforts on delivering services that benefit
its diverse membership.
Mission
To provide a forum for issues unique to women in radiology, radiation
oncology and related professions; to sponsor programs that promote opportunities
for women and to facilitate communication among members and other professionals.
Vision
The American Association for Women Radiologists will assist women in radiology,
radiation oncology and related professions to achieve a personal professional
fulfillment through equal recognition and opportunities; and will ensure
that issues unique to women are acknowledged and addressed by all the members
of the profession.
Goals
Goal 1. — To advance the professional and academic standing
of our members
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Offer
programs to develop and improve leadership, publication and negotiation
skills
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Establish
a liaison with the AAMC to research salary equity
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Ensure
that programs meet the diverse needs of our members
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Goal 2. — To identify and to address gender-unique issues
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Evaluate
and expand children's programs at national meetings
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Address
employment issues, including part-time employment, pregnancy, and
maternity leave
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Refine
programs for recognition of outstanding achievement
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Goal 3. — To increase and retain active members
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Expand
programs for members-in-training
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Explore
international membership and appropriate dues structure
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Refine
and publish guidelines for the mentoring program
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Goal 4. — To improve visibility and communication
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Update
and expand AAWR web site
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Streamline
the FOCUS publication process
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Promote
and publicize programs at national meetings
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Consider
making web site available to international professionals
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Consider
securing a booth at the European Congress of Radiology
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Broaden
networking opportunities at meetings and on the Internet |
Goal 5. — To increase AAWR administrative effectiveness
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Review
committee structure and function
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Update
by-laws in accordance with the strategic plan
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Make
FOCUS and AAWR software compatible
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Review,
update, and distribute the AAWR and committee timelines
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Authors:
Teresita Angtuaco, MD
Karen Kileen, MD
Ritsuko
U. Komaki, MD
Charleta Mason
Melissa L. Rosado de Christenson, MD
Nancy Rosen, MD
Ann Roser
Julie Timins, MD
Facilitator:
Edward A. Pardini, Col, USAF (Ret)
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