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. | |
National Hispanic Heritage Month celebrates the cultures and contributions of Hispanic and Latinx Americans from all of Latin America. | |
Spiritual Voyages: Abstract Paintings by Eduardo Lapetina | In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, ¡DALHE! is highlighting the work of a local Latiné/Hispanic artist, Eduardo Lapetina. The pieces of work will be displayed in the Duke Eye Center Concourse Gallery beginning 8/20/24 through 10/30/24. | |
Title IX is a federal law that prohibits sex discrimination in Duke programs and activities. Now in effect, the regulations contain new requirements for how university staff and faculty must respond to certain allegations of discrimination and harassment, as well as to student disclosures of pregnancy. Please review this message and video from Office for Institutional Equity (OIE) highlighting the new protocols. | |
Celebrating Duke Health's Affinity Groups for Duke's Centennial | The continued centennial celebration shines light on Juntos Affinity Group during September. Juntos provides a safe space for Hispanic/Latinx team members to feel seen, heard, and valued. In addition to creating a space for connection, the group focuses on promoting opportunities for mentorship, sponsorship, and career development as it raises awareness of the social, economic, and health disparities experienced by the Hispanic/Latinx community. | |
What the Duke Eye Center Diversity and Inclusion Council is Reading: | |
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September 4
A federal holiday celebrated on the first Monday of September to honor the American labor movements and its contributions to the United States.
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September 15-16
A day celebrating the birth of the Prophet Muhammad in the Islamic faith, starting the evening of September 15 and lasting until the following sunset.
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Duke LGBTQ+ Alumni Network Reception
September 20
Join us for the annual meeting of the Duke LGBTQ+ Network as we celebrate Durham Pride Weekend on campus!
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Pride: Durham, NC
September 28
Mark your calendar for Pride: Durham, NC, the annual series of special programs for celebrating community, history, activism, & PRIDE of LGBTQ+ people in Durham and across the state.
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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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