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. | |
March is Workplace Eye Wellness Month. About 2,000 workers sustain job-related eye injuries each day, however most of these injuries could be prevented by taking simple precautions. During Workplace Eye Wellness Month this March, the American Academy of Ophthalmology reminds employers and workers about the importance of wearing eye protection. | |
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March is National Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month. This observance seeks to raise awareness about the inclusion of people with developmental disabilities in all facets of community life as well as bring attention to the the barriers that people with disabilities still face in connection to the communities in which they live.
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March 8
A day celebrated globally focused on the historical, political, and cultural achievements of women. Also a day to acknowledge the valuable addition women are to the world.
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March 24
This holiday celebrates the rescue of Jews by Esther from a plot to kill them. Fasting the day before Purim honors the fasting of Esther before her plea to the king for the Jewish people.
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Harriet Tubman's Birthday | |
March 10
The Moses of her people, this American abolitionist helped others gain freedom as a conductor of the Underground Railroad. She also served as a spy, scout, guerrilla soldier, and nurse for the Union in the Civil War despite only being paid $200.
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March 25
This Festival of Colors, Love, and Spring is an important Hindu festival celebrating the triumph of good over evil. It also celebrates the arrival of Spring and the blossom of love and hopes for a good harvest.
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March 10
The arrival of Ramadan, the ninth month of the Islamic calendar, brings forth a month of fasting, praying, and reflection.
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March 31
Honors and celebrates transgender and non-binary individuals all around the world to raise awareness about the discrimination faced.
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Easter
March 31
Easter celebrates the resurrection of Jesus Christ three days after his crucifixion and the end of the 40-day Lent period with nearly two billion followers worldwide.
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Perspectives on Training the Biomedical Research Workforce
March 20 • Noon
Zoom
Alison Gammie, PhD
Join the Duke Cell Biology Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Committee for a virtual talk featuring Alison Gammie, PhD, director of training, workforce development and diversity at NIGMS, National Institutes of Health.
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Scott Herndon Education Foundation Inaugural Parkinson’s Walk
March 23 • 9am
Apex Community Park
Moving Day Community Walk, The Scott-Herndon Educational Foundation Parkinson's Walk - In Memory of Leon Herndon Sr., is coming to Apex, NC! You don't want to miss this! Our community is getting together to help raise awareness and funds for the Parkinson's Foundation. This is your chance to speak up about Parkinson's and take action. Your support will help the Parkinson's Foundation advance research, provide educational resources, and fund programs that make life better for people living with Parkinson's disease. To learn more about the Parkinson's Foundation, go to parkinson.org.
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Facing the Unseen: A Conversation with Damon Tweedy, MD, on Centering Mental Health in Medicine
April 8 • 12-1 p.m.
North Pavilion_LL0400 / via ZOOM
Damon Tweedy, MD
Join us virtually or in-person at North Pavilion 0400 as Damon Tweedy, MD, professor of psychiatry & behavioral sciences and physician at the Durham VA Health Care System, shares stories and insights from his new book, "Facing the Unseen: The Struggle to Center Mental Health in Medicine," in a conversation with Julie Penzner, MD, vice chair for education in psychiatry & behavioral sciences.
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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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