This workshop will explore common language and definitions to understand racism in the U.S. as a systemic issue, not simply an issue of individual attitudes, actions, or intentions. The function of power within this common analysis will be explored. Racism will be contextualized for the Public Health professionals. This session will be facilitated by Eliminating Racism & Creating/Celebrating Equity . This session is focused on public health professionals but open to the entire School of Public Health Community.
SPH- Diversity, Equity, and InclusionUnderstanding Systemic Racism for Public Health Professionals
September 24, 2021
2:30 pm - 4:00 pm
Online
Sponsored by: SPH- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Contact Information: Nichole Burnside, washingn@umich.edu
Counts towards DEI continuing professional education
This workshop will explore common language and definitions to understand racism in the U.S. as a systemic issue, not simply an issue of individual attitudes, actions, or intentions. The function of power within this common analysis will be explored. Racism will be contextualized for the Public Health professionals. This session will be facilitated by Eliminating Racism & Creating/Celebrating Equity . This session is focused on public health professionals but open to the entire School of Public Health Community.