When: Monday, February 5, 4-5pm ESTWhere: In-person at MedEd 114 (food and refreshments will be served and author, Maria Smilios, will be present to sign books which will be for sale before and during the event). Virtual streaming available. Invited Guest: Maria Smilios is the author of The Black Angels: The Untold Story of the Nurses Who Helped Cure Tuberculosis. A […]
Where: In-person at MedEd 114 (food and refreshments will be served). Virtual streaming available. Invited Guests: Director Lisa MaoChinatown Resident and Educator Cynthia Yee Film:A Tale of Three Chinatowns explores challenges faced by Chinatowns in D.C., Chicago, and Boston, offering diverse perspectives on urban development and gentrification. From Chicago's growth to D.C.'s decline and Boston in between, the […]
Invited Speaker: Frank Amaefuna This conversation with Frank Amaefuna will touch on his experience working to deliver care in a culturally convenient manner for Black individuals, starting a non-profit, and politically advocating for marginalized patients. Dental care can be delivered to the underserved with a little out-of-the-box thinking and anyone along their career path can […]
Delve into the intersection of climate science and social justice with Dr. Kim Cobb. Explore her groundbreaking research on climate change impacts and the imperative of addressing environmental inequalities through climate justice. Location: Via Zoom Invited Speaker: Dr. Kim Cobb, Lawrence and Barbara Margolis Director at the Institute at Brown for Environment and Society, Brown University Dr. […]
Join us for an insightful presentation by Dr. Jacob Joseph, Professor of Medicine at Brown University and Chief of Cardiology at the VA Providence Healthcare System. Drawing on Aristotelian metaphysics and cutting-edge research in human biology and genomics, Dr. Joseph will explore how foundational principles of science refute racism and underscore the importance of diversity […]
Hear from Jeff Lafata-Hernandez, a leader in empowering youth with disabilities and the founder of Empowering People for Inclusive Communities (EPIC). Jeff will share valuable insights on ableism and the importance of inclusion in clinical settings—crucial knowledge for future PAs, PTs, Doctors and Dentists. Session Highlights: Understanding ableismBuilding inclusive programsTeaching self-advocacyImplementing reasonable accommodationsCreating inclusive health care […]
Where: In-person at MedEd B09 (catering will be served). Virtual streaming available. We're excited to invite you to a special screening of "Will & Harper," followed by an engaging panel discussion with members of SpeakOUT Boston. Film Synopsis:Will & Harper tells the heartfelt story of Will Ferrell, who learns that his longtime friend is coming out as […]
Join us for an inspiring and educational lecture by Dr. Thomas Reed, adjunct faculty member at California State University Long Beach and Vermont Law School, where he teaches American Indian Studies and Restorative Justice in Indigenous Communities. In this talk, Dr. Reed will explore the historical and contemporary health challenges faced by Indigenous peoples, highlight […]
Join the DEAR Council for an impactful session on dialogue training, designed to deepen your understanding of how dialogue practices can be applied to your studies, work, relationships, and teams. In this one-hour training, we’ll explore: The importance of dialogue and its relevance to different health care fieldsTypes of dialogue and how to utilize them […]
Join us for a thought-provoking discussion on the hidden toll of vicarious racism—the racial discrimination witnessed or heard about through others. Drawing on multiple studies, Dr. Howard explores how vicarious racism contributes to race-based traumatic stress, worsens mental health outcomes, and influences individuals' engagement in collective action. Learn how lifetime exposure to vicarious racism shapes […]