Transforming Food Systems Through Agroecology for Climate Change Resilience
Agroecology offers a transformative approach to address the unsustainable nature of current food systems, which contribute significantly to greenhouse gas emissions, biodiversity loss, soil degradation, and social inequity. By shifting towards diversified agroecological systems, focusing on soil hea
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Understanding Privilege and Oppression in Diversity Training Session
Explore privilege, intersectionality, and structural inequity in a training session led by Jo Yuen. Participants will learn key terms, allyship strategies, and engage in discussions to foster a safe and open environment. The session includes a working agreement, introductions, breakout discussions,
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Understanding Health Inequities and Inequalities in the 21st Century
Explore the differences between health inequality and inequity, and how societal disparities impact health outcomes. Delve into the concept of health equity defined by the World Health Organization and the role of social determinants in creating avoidable health inequities. Learn about the social gr
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Challenges in Affordable Housing: A Closer Look at the Issue
High housing costs and stagnant wages contribute to substandard housing conditions for many individuals in Michigan and across the United States. Data shows a significant portion of homes with health and safety issues, while renters face affordability challenges due to rising rents and lack of incom
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Addressing Inequity Through Legislation and Action
Explore the historical pursuit of equity in the United States, from constitutional provisions to civil rights legislation. Delve into the impact of equity laws, employment tools, and affirmative action on mitigating inequity, with a focus on promoting non-discrimination and fostering diversity and i
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Understanding Faculty Loading for Courses with Labs
This content provides valuable insights into the faculty loading criteria for courses with labs at San Antonio College, covering definitions of open and instructional laboratory courses, Alamo Colleges District policies, examples of lab loading, and discussions on pay inequity related to workload un
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Inequity in Chicago: Black and Latino Workers Left Behind
Analysis of U.S. Census data reveals disparity in job distribution between downtown and Chicago neighborhoods, impacting Black and Latino communities disproportionately. Recommendations include creating more local jobs, ensuring city residents benefit, and implementing living wage requirements and c
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Understanding Classroom Dynamics and Student Reactions to Social Inequality
Exploring the complexities of classroom management in times of social division, the content delves into reactions like paralysis, rage, and resistance to polarizing topics. It discusses how confronting inequity can lead to feelings of helplessness and shutdown, and addresses the challenges of advoca
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Understanding and Addressing Inequities in Gateway Course Completion
Explore the challenge of the Gateway Course Completion Line in the context of history courses, delving into data on inequitable outcomes and current unjust practices. Learn about efforts to end these disparities and the impact on students. Presentations at the 2019 Texas Conference on Introductory H
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Understanding Inequity in Air Quality: Implications for Climate and Human Health
This course delves into the chemical and physical processes governing atmospheric composition and their impact on climate, ecosystems, and human welfare. Students explore topics such as nitrogen, oxygen, carbon, and sulfur cycles, as well as the chemical forcing of climate change. The course highlig
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Reflection on Inequity in "Blessing" by Imtiaz Dharker
Imtiaz Dharker's poem "Blessing" incites reflection on the inequity experienced within the world through vivid imagery depicting the lack of water in a community. The contrast between scarcity and abundance, the excitement when the pipe bursts, and the desperation of people highlight the disparity f
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Audit on Bone Health Disparities Among Maori/Pacific Patients in CMH
This audit conducted from May 2022 to January 2023 in CMH focuses on evaluating potential inequity gaps in fragility fracture care between Maori/Pacific and non-Maori populations. It aims to assess the prevalence of fragility fractures and osteoporosis, referral rates for bone scans and treatments,
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Addressing Inequity in Simulation Debriefs: London Network Event Insights
Explore the London Simulation Network event debrief focusing on Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI). Sessions covered the scale of inequity issues, specialist topics, and discussions on discrimination in healthcare settings. The event emphasized creating a safe and inclusive space for participant
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Bail Reform: The New York Experience and Impact
Highlighting the bail reform efforts in New York, this content showcases the key goals, original reforms, amended reforms, and the statewide results. By aiming to reduce pretrial detention, mitigate the criminalization of poverty, curtail racial inequity, and promote public safety, New York's reform
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Challenges in Healthcare Surveillance Systems & Impact on Health Equity
Healthcare surveillance systems face limitations in reaching high-risk populations, capturing non-fatal overdoses, and obtaining community-level data. This impact exacerbates health inequity and hinders effective public health strategies.
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Addressing Structural Racism in Community Mental Health: Self-Assessment Tool for Modification (SMART)
The Self-Assessment for Modification of Anti-Racism Tool (SMART) aims to address structural racism in community mental health through commitments to creating safe spaces, challenging biases, and advocating for equity. Next steps involve providing metrics specific to disparity and inequity issues, ex
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