Inaugural Symposium on Education for Equity and Democracy

This event occurred on the following dates: June 21-23, 4:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m.

“If we are ever going to get to equity, we have to walk through truth…even when it is unpleasant, even when it is uncomfortable” Dr. Donald Warne, MD, MPH, Associate Dean, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion; Director, Indians into Medicine, University of North Dakota (excerpted from this video, which we recommend that you watch)

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Why a symposium that focuses on Equity and Democracy?

In the midst of the worst global health crisis in more than a century, the democratic experiment that is the United States is under threat. Join us for the Education for Equity and Democracy symposium to explore the systemic inequities that threaten our democratic ideals and the changes that are needed.

Themes:

Combating Structural Racism and Child Poverty

Promoting Institutional Equity and Mental Wellness

Facilitating Civic Engagement and Social Change

Featured Speakers included: