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Rogério M. Pinto Awarded the Diversity and Social Transformation Professorship

Michigan Social Work

Pinto has been named a University Diversity and Social Transformation Professor. Professor Rogério M. The initial appointment is for five years and also includes special faculty fellow status at NCID.

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Women of Color in Tech and/or Futures/Foresight Work

Social Work Futures

” In a previous post, I shared a couple of fine reviews specifically concerning the lack of diverse representation in the film – particularly when it comes to breakthrough thinking, practicing, research and imagining about the future in tech and beyond. I offer this list with gratitude and admiration. Presentation of her work.

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New CE Certificates Support DEI Goals

Michigan Social Work

The Office of Continuing Education announces two new web-based certificate programs: the Online Certificate in Disability Inclusion and Accessible Design, and the Online Certificate in Dismantling Oppression. The program faculty includes scholars, activists and others working on the frontlines of disability inclusion and accessibility.

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Addressing Racism and Racial Trauma in Behavioral Healthcare: A Review With the Experts

Relias

Recent social movements such as Black Lives Matter and protests over the murder of George Floyd have brought anti-racism and diversity, equity, and inclusion to the forefront of American consciousness. Racial inequities in every sector of American life continue to impact the feeble attempts to create racial equity.

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Faculty News: Associate Professor Ann Marie Garran

University of Connecticut

From the Office of Dean Heller Dear Colleagues, I am writing to share some wonderful news with you. This award is given by the UConn Foundation Alumni Relations Office in recognition of excellence in instruction and for significant contributions to the intellectual life of the University through teaching.

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Black History Month Award

Shelter, Inc

This month, Shelter is joining the nation in recognizing Black History Month and the diversity that has made us the agency we are. Since taking office in 2016, Mendoza has been honoring exceptional youth mentors of color. Gilbert also shared the impact Shelter’s staff have on mentoring youth daily.

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SSW Marks Black History Month with Call for Racial Justice

University of Connecticut

As many of you know, in early January, 29-year-old Tyre Nichols of Memphis, Tennessee died after being fatally beaten by police officers during a traffic stop. These efforts advance diversity, equity, inclusion, and anti-racism, as well as our goal to support and value the experiences of our Black students and colleagues.