Eye on Equity, Diversity and Inclusion is designed to share relevant information and upcoming events to support our commitment to promote equity and fairness among our physicians, scientists, trainees and staff members. | |
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June
Lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ) pride month is held each year as a celebration of the contributions the LGBTQ communitiy has made to our history and culture and to honor the 1969 Stonewall Uprising, a catalyst for the gay rights movement in the United States.
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June 19
A holiday celebrating the emancipation from slavery in the United States, held on the anniversary of June 19, 1865, when Union Army general Gordon Granger proclaimed freedom from slavery in Texas. Now a Duke holiday, Juneteenth will be observed on June 19 in 2023.
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June 28-29
A major holiday celebrated in Islam that honors the willingness of Ibrahim (Abraham) to sacrifice his son Ismael as an act of obedience to God's command.
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2023 PRIME Summer Academy | | |
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Duke Eye Center will host Jessica Brinson an MD candidate from Howard University, as she participates in the Office of Physician Scientific Development (OPSD) PRIME Summer Academy. She will be with us through mid July 2023.
During Jessica's time with us, she will be mentored by Duke Eye Center clinical and research faculty including Jullia Rosdahl, MD, PhD, Paloma Liton, PhD and Daniel Stamer, PhD. She will gain clinical exposure, and benefit from the planned curriculum, discussion sessions and collaborations with other student participants.
The mission of the OPSD PRIME Programs is to enhance innovation in biomedical science and promote health equity by developing a diverse cohort of successful biomedical research scientists.
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Duke Next Generation Leaders Symposium
June 7 • 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Trent Semans Center for Health Education
This event will bring together a cohort of promising postdoctoral scientists committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in the biomedical sciences. The day will include research presentations with a reception to follow. Open to all in the Duke community. Register by May 24.
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Juneteenth Celebration and Luncheon
June 15 • Noon-1:30 p.m.
Great Hall, Trent Semans Center for Health Education
Join the ME² Black Employee Resource Group for its Second Annual Juneteenth Celebration. RSVP to attend.
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OutRaleigh
June 24
Downtown Raleigh
An inclusive and family-friendly event with activities for all ages with live entertainment, local vendors and artists, great food, a KidsZone, and a beer garden.
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If you would like an opportunity to participate in discussions related to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion, click here. "National Chats for Change" is a monthly webinar designed to facilitate important discussions around EDI on a national level and is provided through Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai. It's available to anyone interested and generally meets from 12:00-1:00pm EST. | |
Duke Eye Center Statement on Racism and Discrimination
Duke Eye Center is comprised of a diverse community of physicians, scientists, trainees and staff members devoted to providing high quality care, innovative research, and first-class education. We welcome and fully engage people of diverse backgrounds, abilities, and perspectives, and strive to provide a safe and secure space for all. We strictly prohibit discrimination and do not tolerate harassment based on age, education, skin color, disability, gender, gender expression and identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status. We are honored to serve Durham, the broader community of North Carolina, and beyond. Contact Us: DukeEyeDiversity@duke.edu
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