February EDI
Included in February's Newsletter:
Black History Month
February is Black History Month which celebrates achievements by African Americans and their prominent role in United States History.
November EDI
Included in November's EDI newsletter:
Native American Heritage Month
Where we celebrate diverse cultures, traditions, and history to acknowledge the important contribution of Native people, as well as the unique challenges they have faced.
October 2022 EDI
Included in October's EDI Newsletter:
LGBTQ+ History Month
A month to recognize individuals who identify as part of the LGBTQ+ community. Duke wants every person from every background to feel supported, welcomed, and included.
September 2022 EDI
Included in September's EDI Newsletter:
Honoring Hispanic and Latino Team Members and Communities
A month spent celebrating and honoring the history, culture, and contribution of those whose ancestors came from Mexico, the Caribbean, Central and South America, and Spain. Hispanics and Latinos lead and deliver critical components of Duke's mission, excelling in all roles and at all levels of our organization.
July 2022 EDI
Included in July's EDI Newsletter:
Kevin Thomas Looks to Lead School of Medicine Toward a More Equitable Future, and He's Up for the Challenge
Kevin Thomas, MD had little interest in cardiology when he first entered medical school, but it is difficult now to separate his journey toward becoming a cardiologist from his current work advancing equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI).
June 2022 EDI
Included in June's EDI newsletter:
Pride Month
We recognized our LGBTQ+ leaders, students, staff, allies, patients and families.
May 2022 EDI
Included in May's EDI Newsletter:
Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month
Mental Health Awareness Month
Older Americans Month
Jewish American H
April 2022 EDI
Included in April's EDI Newsletter:
Conversations with Colleagues | Racial Justice: Deeper Dive Series
6-week transformative experience exploring the origins of systematic racism, understanding our own implicit biases, and learning what we can do to impact our community positively. The curriculum includes mixed media to engage all learning styles. Due to the nature of this experience, we ask all attendees to commit to completing the series, allowing participants to build relationships with members of their cohort.
March 2022 Newsletter
Included in March's EDI Newsletter:
Women's History Month
A time to honor and reflect upon women's contributions to history, culture and society, which are often overlooked. It's been observed annually in the United States since 1987.