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What Is Race and Why Does It Matter? Session 1

Written by Cassling | Aug 29, 2023

“What Is Race and Why Does It Matter?” seeks to unpack the concept of race by exploring how we as individuals, as healthcare providers and as a society define race. Through a deeper knowledge of the complexities of this important topic, participants can begin to understand how race impacts the care we provide, patients’ perceptions, experience and health outcomes.

In session 1, these topics will be discussed:

  • What is race?
    • Genetics of race
    • Ethnicity and culture
    • Race as a social construct
    • Race in the United States
  • Race vs. racism
    • The three levels of racism

What Is Race and Why Does it Matter? Session 2 will be available on-demand soon!

Learning Objectives:

  • Critically evaluate the genetics of race and race as a social construct
  • Define personal racial, ethnic and cultural identity
  • Define and identify racism and implicit bias
  • Define and identify social determinants of health
  • Define and identify anti-racist actions