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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May
A month dedicated to celebrating Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders in the United States and their contributions to our culture and history.
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May
Healthy vision month aims to bring awareness to the importance of prioritizing eye health by making healthy choices and getting regular eye exams.
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May 5
A celebration originally held to commemorate the victory of Mexico over France in 1862, which has since become a celebration of Mexican-American culture observed in the United States.
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May 17
A global occasion to educate about lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) people, and to advocate for sensible public policies regarding LGBT people.
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May 21
The day celebrates the richness of the world’s culture and the essential role of intercultural dialogue for achieving peace and sustainable development.
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May 25-27
A Jewish celebration of Moses' descent from Mt Sinai with the ten commandments.
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May 29
A federal (and Duke) holiday held to honor and mourn military personnel who have died while serving in the United States Armed Forces.
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National Health Equity Grand Rounds
May 9 • 2-2:30 p.m.
The National Health Equity Grand Rounds is a live virtual event series that highlights the root causes of present-day health inequities by tracing the historical and contemporary social, economic, political, geographic, and environmental forces that shape opportunities for health in the United States.
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Virtual Coffee with Dr. Ed Chen (AAPI x MINDS)
May 11 • 8-9 a.m.
UNC Microbiology and Immunology Ph.D. candidate, speaker, and author of The Mindful Ph.D. journal, Danielle Williams, will lead participants through a series of activities to guide graduate students through ways to incorporate mindfulness and self-compassion into their every day routines as graduate students.
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Duke Next Generation Leaders Symposium
June 7 • 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
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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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: [email protected]
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