This email is a monthly snapshot of diversity, equity, and inclusion programs and initiatives, community events, and other DEI offerings available to you as a School of Medicine faculty or staff member.
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Welcome! Dear Colleagues,
Welcome to the first edition of our School of Medicine (SOM) diversity, equity, and inclusion newsletter – iDEIologies. Ideologies, the science of ideas, seemed an appropriate name for our new monthly newsletter to our SOM community where we will share ideas and updates in the DEI space. Though our identities and professional roles are diverse, our commitment to knowledge connects us all.
As the first calendar year for our new Office of Equity and Inclusion comes to an end, we reflected on all the School of Medicine has accomplished this year in our End of Year Report. The amazing work YOU contributed is something we should all be proud of as we move towards eminence in our work.
Our collective sense of belonging can only be achieved with joy and love that is anchored in our humanity. When we feel empowered to bring our full selves to work and offer our unique perspective and contributions to the team, everyone wins – our learners, our colleagues, our patients, and ourselves. As we enter the holiday season and look forward to the promise of a New Year, I extend my gratitude for all you have done this year to advance our vision to be a more equitable and inclusive community. My best to you and your family this holiday season. I will leave you with a quote by Vicky Saunders: “Who you are surrounded by often determines who you become.” May you be surrounded by kindness, joy, and love. Onwards,
Sheryl Heron (medicine)
Associate Dean of Community Engagement, Equity and Inclusion
Chief Diversity and Inclusion Officer
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Call for Nominations: Black History Month
Deadline: Feb. 1 We are seeking self-nominations and/or peer nominations of faculty and staff members who identify with this group and are willing to share their stories. Contact somdei@emory.edu with questions.
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SOM LGBTQ+ Mentoring Program Registration opens Jan. 2023
The LGBTQ+ Faculty Affinity Group recently launched a mentoring program. Using a family approach to mentoring, the group will meet quarterly for events for all program members as well as smaller meetings among "families." Contact Jason Schneider (medicine) for more information.
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Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) Teaching Fellow Program Deadline: Dec. 12
The Center for Faculty Development and Excellence (CFDE) has extended the deadline to apply for the 2023-2024 DEI Teaching Fellowship Program. This fellowship aims to help faculty build competencies in DEI and then to develop a training that will share those competencies with a broader audience. Applications must include a letter of support from your chair and a clear idea for a project. Please direct your questions to Donna Troka.
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Call for Applications: University Senate Committees Deadline: Jan. 15
The University Senate is soliciting applications for 1-year terms for eleven standing committees. Those interested to serve on one or more of these committees should submit a short statement of interest and a CV.
Apply here. |
The OpEd Project Deadline: Dec. 14
The School of Medicine will sponsor three faculty members to take part in virtual “Write to Change the World” workshops organized and facilitated by The OpEd Project – a think tank and leadership organization that accelerates the ideas and impact of underrepresented voices with stunning results.
Apply here. |
Become a Member or Ally
SOM Affinity Groups offer an opportunity for faculty to engage and network with their colleagues from similar cultural and/or underrepresented groups in events and activities ranging from professional development to cultural celebrations. Our current faculty affinity groups include: -
Asian American and Pacific Islander Medical Faculty Affinity Group
- African American Women Collaborative Faculty Affinity Group
- LGBTQ+ Faculty Affinity Group
- Latina/o/x Faculty Affinity Group
Join an affinity group. |
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Read Our Year-End Report
The Office of Equity and Inclusion recently published our year-end report. The 16-page document features highlights of the vast amount of work our office has done since its inception in 2021.
Read the report. |
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Looking Ahead: King Week Jan. 15-23, 2023 Save the dates to participate in Emory-wide programs, services, and celebrations in honor of the life and legacy of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. |
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| King Week Beloved Community Sunday Service with Rev. Tolton Pace
Hosted by: Office of Spiritual and Religious Life |
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| National Day of Healing Video Screening Hosted by: Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion |
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MLK Celebration Hosted by: Oxford College |
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| Community Day of Service and Awards
Hosted by: Rollins School of Public Health, School of Nursing, Goizueta Business School, School of Medicine |
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| | Legacy Museum Tour in Montgomery, Alabama Hosted by: Office of Spiritual and Religious Life |
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Martin Luther King Jr., Community Service Awards
Jan. 19 | 4:30 p.m. | Virtual
Held in conjunction with RSPH, SON, and GBS, this annual awards celebration recognizes individuals and groups from the Emory and Atlanta communities for their outstanding and unparalleled service and commitment to community and justice. This year's theme is The Sword That Heals Championing Leaders of Peace, Love, and, Justice and will feature a keynote speech from Rashard Johnson, CEO of Emory Decatur Hospital, Emory Hillandale Hospital and Emory Long-Term Acute Care Hospital.
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Minority Men's Health Luncheon
Dec. 8 | Emory Health Brain Center
Invite your dad, husband, brother, family, and friends. Hear from neurologist Antoine Trammel (medicine). This program will feature an exercise demonstration by John Lewis and a discussion about the importance of brain health, aging, and memory loss.
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Learning to Be Better Teachers Conference Jan. 9 | James B. Williams Medical Education Building This annual educational conference is open to educators from all parts of the Woodruff Health Sciences Center and will introduce our faculty members to the principles and techniques of good teaching. This year, it will be held in person in the James B. Williams Medical Education Building and feature a keynote speech from AAMC Chief Diversity Officer, David Acosta. Register. |
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National Academy of Medicine Releases National Plan on Health Workforce Well-Being
The capacity and well-being of the U.S. health workforce has been under threat for years by an epidemic of burnout, and the COVID-19 pandemic has exacerbated this systems-wide issue. Now more nurses, physicians, and state of local public health department employees than ever are considering leaving their professions. Recognizing that the function of the U.S. health system is at stake, the National Academy of Medicine has released the National Plan for Health Workforce Well-Being to drive collective action to strengthen health workforce well-being and restore the health of the nation.
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Recognition, Remembrance, and Reflection: The Syphilis Study 50 Years Later
On Nov. 30, the CDC held a symposium entitled "Recognition, Remembrance, and Reflection: The Syphilis Study 50 Years Later." This impactful, heartfelt, and powerful event consisted of four acts. To hear the stories from the family members of those who were part of the study, the context of what this means for the history of Black people who continue to suffer from health inequities, and the commitment of the CDC to making a difference as stated by Dr. Wolensky, clearly encourages us to do what we must do to advance health equity.
Jasmin Eatman, past president of our SOM SNMA, and Tuzo Mwarumba, president of Black Men in White Coats, student representatives on the Actionable Education Initiative at the SOM attended the event and share their reflections here.
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