The U.S. Census projections show that by 2044, more than 50% of the U.S. population will have ancestry of skin of color. As population trends expand, so too does the work of the Skin of Color Society to improve diversity in dermatology and reduce healthcare disparities affecting people of color.
You're invited to help the Skin of Color Society (SOCS) achieve our targeted goals by serving a vital role in enhancing the level of knowledge in the special interest area of dermatology, skin of color, and assist in the creation of new and needed resources for research.
To promote awareness of and excellence within skin of color dermatology through research, education, mentorship, and advocacy. We are committed to increasing diversity and inclusion in the field of dermatology to advance patient care.
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About SOCS
The SOCS is a professional dermatologic organization dedicated to promoting awareness of and excellence within skin of color dermatology through research, education, mentorship, and advocacy.
We are committed to increasing diversity and inclusion in the field of dermatology to advance patient care. SOCS focuses on patients with skin of color, including, but not limited to, those of Asian, Hispanic/Latino, African, Native American, and Pacific Island descent.
The Society is committed to wide-ranging educational and investigational pursuits designed to impact individuals with skin of color and ensure dermatologists' success in serving these individuals.
