This year on February 17, the UBC Faculty of Medicine will host a panel discussion that will provide a space for an important conversation about the experiences of Black members of the Faculty and the challenges they face to find belonging. Our discussion recognizes that there is no single “Black Experience” that can explain identity development for all Black men and women.
The panel will be moderated by Dr. Neila Miled, anti-racism advisor in the Office of Respectful Environments, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (REDI). This event is part of REDI’s monthly series, IBPOC Voices, hosted by Dr. Miled and broadcast across the faculty. This series features conversations with IBPOC members of the faculty to both highlight and promote diversity in the community.
Dr. Miled will invite panelists to reflect on their Black identity and how this has shaped their personal narrative — their education journey, work experiences and sense of belonging. A question and answer period will provide an opportunity to explore the ways non-Black members of the community can work in solidarity and allyship to create a diverse, inclusive and equitable environment for everyone.