What IS a microaggression? Many of us have experienced these through our various identities, but they can be hard to define. They are also similarly hard to address because of their subtle nature, but can nonetheless be toxic. How can we address this in a meaningful way in the workplace where we are trying to maintain relationships and provide safety and trust? And how does this fit into the Brigham “Just Culture” model? Join us in this special collaboration with the AMMP ERG (Association of Multicultural Members of Partners) for a facilitated...
Assistant Dean for Student Affairs, Office of Recruitment and Multicultural Affairs Assistant Professor of Medicine, Harvard Medical School Associate Director, Center for Diversity and Inclusion, Massachusetts General Hospital Director, Multicultural Affairs, Dept. of Medicine, Massachusetts General Hospital
This evening event, set in Memorial Church and featuring a panel of renowned guests, will involve a ground-breaking discussion on gender equity, breaking through the gender binary, and challenging gender stereotypes in popular culture, industry, and beyond. Join Laverne Cox, Nicolette Mason, ...
Mental Healthcare with LGBTQ Youth: How do LGBT and gender diverse youth conceive of and engage in mental healthcare? How do we need to modify our approach and treatment recommendations? Melissa MacNish, LMHC is a private clinician, founder of SAYFTEE, consultant to PFLAG, and an Assistant Director of Camp Aranu’tiq for trans and gender-variant youth. She will offer her expertise and tools for providers, parents, and friends on how to support the LGBTQ youth in your life.
The daytime portion of the Summit, open to all Harvard community members, will include events at the Richard A. and Susan F. Smith Campus Center. The day will bring together experts in our community: students, faculty, and staff, as well as invited guests to present in a variety of formats including on-stage...
Sponsored by The Dean's Advisory Council for LGBTQI+ Affairs at Yale School of Medicine
The Q-Med: Building LGBTQI+ Leaders in Health Care conference aims to engage and inspire future LGBTQI+ leaders in health care in the areas of research, clinical care, education, and policy/advocacy. It will feature keynote speakers, posters, interactive workshops with practical tools and strategies designed to address the unique challenges facing LGBTQI+ leaders.
Current health professional students (e.g., medical, nursing, physician assistant, podiatry,...