As the founder and CEO of Sharon Washington Consulting, Dr. Sharon Washington draws on more than 20 years of experience in public health, equity strategy and organizational leadership to illuminate pathways toward more just and resilient healthcare systems. Through her writing she shares stories and insights at the intersection of policy, leadership and trauma‑informed practice, offering readers practical tools and critical perspectives to advance equity and belonging in their own work.
Inside SWC: Equity & Healing Perspectives Blog

Her commentary stems from a deep understanding of how culture and systems shape individual experiences, honed through consulting with hospitals, nonprofits and academic institutions across the country. Dr. Washington holds advanced degrees from Columbia University and Temple University. Learn more on the About page.

Leadership & Workplace Culture
Focus on building healthy, inclusive work environments within healthcare institutions, featuring strategies for improving workplace culture, managing conflict, and fostering collaboration.


Living & Leading Through Turbulence: Why Holistic Coaching Is Essential in Times of Political and Social Stress


Why I’ve Outgrown “DEI”—And What Comes Next


The Hypocrisy of Anti-DEI Laws: When Civil Rights Language Is Used to Discriminate


Under Pressure: Navigating Workplace Stress in Healthcare Amid Political Upheaval


White Fragility and the DEI Backlash: Understanding Resistance to Racial Equity


Accountability, Not Avoidance: Healing DEIA Spaces From Trauma-Driven Patterns


Beyond Blame: Understanding Cultural Shifts Shaping Today’s Medical Learners


Executive Orders Are Not Laws: Why Trump’s Declarations Shouldn’t Deter DEIA Work


Giving and Receiving Feedback in Healthcare Teams: Overcoming Resistance and Building a Culture of Growth


Secondary Trauma in Patient Care: Recognizing the Impact and Building Resilience


Navigating Stress in Healthcare Under a New Presidential Administration


How to Integrate Equity into your Healthcare Curriculum


5 Reasons Why Your DEI Consultant Isn’t Working: A Candid Look at Common Pitfalls


Déjà Vu: Project 2025 and the Revival of Historical Resistance to Equality






