Connective Issues: A UMass Chan diversity and inclusion blog
Connective Issues:
A UMass Chan diversity and inclusion blog
Tuesday, April 23, 2024
Why environmental justice is the business of the health care community
The environmental justice movement began alongside the civil rights movement in the 1960s. Led by people of color, particularly Black people, the movement sought to bring attention to the lack of environmental protections in communities of color.
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, Janjay Innis
Wednesday, March 06, 2024
Pronouns: Honoring identity and fostering inclusion
Misgendering, the act of using incorrect pronouns, can have profound negative consequences. When someone is consistently referred to by pronouns that align with their gender identity, it conveys a sense of acceptance and belonging, fostering a safe and inclusive environment.
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, Jorge Sanchez
Tuesday, January 09, 2024
Martin Luther King Jr. Day call for acts of service as means of celebration
UMass Chan offers multiple opportunities to engage in service in honor of Martin Luther King Jr.