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Profile in Diversity Series
The past three years have witnessed a palpable shift towards Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging. During times like these, it becomes crucial to continue supporting one another and remember that change takes time and persistence. Our EM community remains committed to the mission of DEI work both within our walls and through community engagement. For AAPI Heritage Month, the Office of IDEaS partnered with and participated in the Asian American Pacific Islander (AAPI) 5K event.
With incredible support and donations from our EM community, the office raised $3,705, surpassing our goal of $2,000 through our participation in the AAPI 5K event, hosted by Boston Roadrunners. The funds raised will directly benefit our newest community partners, Asian Women for Health (AWH). AWH is a peer-led, community-based network dedicated to advancing Asian women's health and wellbeing through education, advocacy, and support. AWH represents a diverse group of individuals working together across differences in age, ethnicity, language, sexual orientation, socio-economic and educational levels to advance Asian women's health & wellbeing. They tirelessly address individual, community-wide, and systemic barriers affecting Asian women and their loved ones. Through our fundraising efforts, we are proud to support their vital mission and contribute to their journey toward healthier lives.
Profile: Asian Women for health (AWFH)
Asian Women for Health (AWFH) is a dynamic and inclusive community-based organization dedicated to improving the health and well-being of Asian women. With a shared vision of a world where Asian women receive the quality care and support they deserve, AWFH strives to dismantle barriers to health and well-being, enabling Asian women to thrive and access optimal resources for their holistic well-being.
AWFH's approach is grounded in education, advocacy, and support. Recognizing that education is key to good health, AWFH provides culturally and linguistically appropriate information and training, dispelling myths, increasing health literacy, and enhancing health communication within the Asian community. Through advocacy efforts, AWFH actively engages in policy work at all levels, pushing for disaggregated data and equitable funding for impacted populations, while championing the cause of Asian women's health and empowering change.
AWFH believes in reciprocity as an essential component of growth and fosters a nurturing environment that promotes collaboration, connection, and capacity-building. By sharing stories, fostering dialogue, and uplifting spirits, AWFH creates a supportive space where individuals from diverse backgrounds can flourish together. Through their commitment to catalyzing change, AWFH not only addresses individual and community-wide barriers but also works to challenge existing norms and systemic disparities, aiming to create a more equitable and inclusive society where every Asian woman can lead a healthier and more fulfilling life.
Profile: Dr. Eun-Ok Im
Dr. Eun-Ok Im holds the esteemed position of Senior Associate Dean for Research and Innovation, as well as the prestigious Edith Folsom Honeycutt Endowed Chair at Emory University, Nell Hodgson Woodruff School of Nursing. With an impressive academic background, Dr. Im graduated with distinction, magna cum laude, receiving a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) and a Master's in Public Health (MPH) from Seoul National University in South Korea. Continuing her pursuit of knowledge, she obtained a second Master's degree (MSN) from the renowned University of California, San Francisco (UCSF), followed by a PhD in nursing from UCSF in 1997. Further enriching her expertise, Dr. Im engaged in 1.5 years of postdoctoral study at UCSF.
Throughout her illustrious career, Dr. Im has held prominent endowed chair and professorship positions at distinguished institutions. She served as the La Quinta Motor Inns Centennial Professor at the University of Texas at Austin from 2007 to 2011, followed by the Majorie O. Rendell Endowed Chair at the University of Pennsylvania from 2011 to 2016. Subsequently, she held the esteemed Mary T. Champagne Professorship at Duke University from 2016 to 2020, further solidifying her reputation as an influential academic.
Dr. Im's remarkable contributions extend beyond academia. She has actively contributed to the field as the president of the Asian American/Pacific Islander Nurses Association (AAPINA), and she continues to serve as the esteemed past-president of AAPINA, demonstrating her ongoing commitment to the advancement of healthcare. For more information about AAPINA, please visit their official website at http://aapina.org/.
Dr. Im's primary research focus lies in leveraging computer technologies to address and mitigate racial disparities in healthcare, showcasing her dedication to combatting these pressing issues and ensuring equitable access to quality care for all individuals.
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