The Wilson Initiative for Health and Social Equity, Inc.
Presents:
Workforce Diversity in Health and Science Careers
Co-hosted by:
Tara Dowdell of the Tara Dowdell Group as seen on MSNBC
Tara Dowdell of the Tara Dowdell Group as seen on MSNBC
Webinar Date: September 12, 2020 | Time:11am
Sherri Wilson, DNP, MPA, RN
Founder of the Wilson Initiative for Social Equity
Tara Dowdell
Tara Dowdell Group
Rene Najera, DrPh
Epidemiologist and Branch Director
Fairfax County Health Department
Ms. Alana Cueto,
MSN, RN, CNL-C
President of the National Association of Hispanic Nurses, Inc. (NAHN)
Mrs. Marion L. Johnson, B.A.
Mathemetician and New Jersey's Hidden Figure
What You’ll Hear
Our current health and social crises has highlighted the need for a more diverse workforce. The underrepresentation of minorities in health and science fields has been well-documented. Evidence also suggests a more diverse workforce can facilitate access to healthcare for underserved populations, advance medical research, and influence the future of healthcare. This pivotal moment in our nation’s history ushers in a unique opportunity to create sustainable change in this area.
Fairfax County’s Branch Director for Outbreaks and Priority Settings; the President of the National Association of Hispanic Nurses; and New Jersey’s Hidden Figure and former Boeing Associate Engineer discuss how to meet this need with creative solutions designed to enhance the pipeline of a more diverse workforce.
The Need
Black and Hispanic people continue to be underrepresented in the healthcare and STEM fields. Blacks make up 11% of the U.S. workforce overall but represent 9% of healthcare and STEM workers, while Hispanics comprise 16% of the U.S. workforce but only 7% of all healthcare and STEM workers (Pew Research Center, HRSA).
You’ll walk away with:
- Actionable strategies to promote racial equity in health and science careers
- Career advice for those pursuing opportunities in health and science.
- An historical understanding of the root causes of racial inequities and ways to create a more inclusive environment
- Assistance with a mentorship opportunity, network with professionals within the healthcare industry and peers post-event.
- Learn more about the career paths in Nursing, STEM, and Public Health fields industry
For sponsorship opportunities please contact, info@thewilsoninitiative.org.
