Celebrate Black History Month by Attending Some Special Events Listed Below
The VNSNY Anti-Racism Employee Advisory Group invites you to celebrate Black History Month by attending the special events listed below.
Spread the word: family, friends, and business associates are also welcome. Remember to register everyone!
“DIASPORA” Performance and Conversation with Jazz Artist Etienne Charles
Etienne Charles, acclaimed trumpeter, weaves into his performance a diverse blend of traditional jazz with rhythms from the diverse Caribbean tradition. The artist will share his musical compositions and explore the experience, contributions, and achievements of Afro descendants in the Americas. Join us on Wednesday, February 17, 4:00-5:00pm, via ZOOM click here to register.
To learn more about the musician, visit https://www.etiennecharles.com/
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Mental Health and BIPOC Families: A conversation about personal experiences and coping strategies
A panel of mental health practitioners will discuss how historical and systemic racism impacts the mental health of BIPOC lives as seen through the experience of families in New York City. The panelists will share their insights on coping strategies and provide information about available resources to address mental health disparities among BIPOC families.
Join us on Wednesday February 24, 9:00-10:15 am, via ZOOM click here to register.
Before joining the panel discussion event, consider making time to watch this recording of a recent NYC Department of Health webinar which included a presentation on the History of Racism in Mental Health. Click here and forward the recording to watch minutes 13 to 42.
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VNSNY HOPE Summit Symposium:
Caring for vulnerable populations in a global pandemic: lessons learned from the field
Screening of highlights from a VNSNY special event held on September 15, 2020. A conversation with VNSNY Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Ritchell Dignam and other health care leaders regarding the challenges and lessons learned serving communities of color and other vulnerable populations during the COVID-19 pandemic. Screening of the recorded event will be followed by a dialogue with leading experts about the role of social determinants of health and strategies to improve health care access, advance care planning and quality end-of-life care for African Americans, Latinos and other vulnerable New York City communities. Learn about the HOPE initiative designed to increase access and utilization of palliative and hospice care for patients at end-of-life.
Join us Wednesday March 3, 4:00-5:00 pm, via ZOOM click here to register.