Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) Institute
CPD Activity Announcement
January 20–22, 2021
Virtual (EventRebels and Zoom)
Description
The inaugural Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) Institute is hosted by AACP and the University of Mississippi School of Pharmacy to promote the advancement of EDI at AACP member institutions. This institute will be hosted in a remote format allowing attendees to actively participate from any location. Workshop organizers are utilizing a highly interactive format, which includes facilitated time for home teams to develop EDI action plans for their home institutions. Attendees will experience keynote presentations, chats with experts, and panel talks with continual small group discussions throughout each day.
Target Audience
The EDI Institute is designed to support schools/colleges at all stages of EDI work. AACP member institutions with EDI committees may wish to send members of the committee, as well as those involved in assessment.
Agenda
Click here to view the Institute’s agenda.
CE Sessions
Wednesday, January 20, 2021
12:00 p.m.–1:00 p.m.
Our Biases Matter: Exploring Implicit Bias in Pharmacy Education and Health Care
This session will explore the concept of implicit bias and its effects on professional education and health care. We will also explore strategies for reducing implicit bias in pharmacy education and in health care settings.
At the completion of this activity, participants will be able to:
- Define implicit bias, diversity, and other related terms.
- Discuss the impact of implicit bias on learners, colleagues, and patients.
- Examine strategies to reduce implicit bias during individual interactions and in academic and health care settings.
Speakers: Miriam Purnell, Pharm.D., Chair and Associate Professor, Department of Pharmacy Practice and Administration Program Director, PBC Rural Health Disparities and Social Inequities University of Maryland Eastern Shore School of Pharmacy; Latasha Wade, Pharm.D., Vice Provost and MSCHE Accreditation Liaison Officer, Assistant Professor, Pharmacy Practice, University of Maryland Eastern Shore School of Pharmacy
(Knowledge-based, 0581-0000-21-003-L04-P, 1.00 Contact Hour)
1:00 p.m.–2:30 p.m.
“Not to Exclude You, But…”: Uncovering and Mitigating Bias in Academic Pharmacy
Implicit bias and microaggressions both can limit an individual’s and organization’s capacity to cultivate inclusive workplaces and workforces. This 3-part interactive session is designed for those who wish to explore implicit bias, implicit stereotypes, and microaggressions for improved patient experiences, employee engagement, workplace culture, and community engagement. In the first part, participants will discover their own biases through riddles, images, and “eye-opening” activities. In the second part, through interactive group activities, the myth of meritocracy, myth of positive stereotypes, and harm of stereotypes will be explored. Finally, participants will discuss common microaggressions, hidden messages in microaggressions, and ways to interrupt microaggressions. Cultivating empathy is a priority as attendees will engage in perspective taking by listening to their peers describe their experiences with microaggressions in the workplace.
At the completion of this activity, participants will be able to:
- Identify personal bias and stereotypes – and ways to respond more effectively.
- Define and articulate the harm of microaggressions.
- Describe how you will connect today’s concepts to your personal and organization’s mission.
Speaker: Nicole D. Avant, Pharm.D., BCACP Founder and Owner, Avant Consulting Group
(Knowledge-based, 0581-0000-21-004-L04-P, 1.50 Contact Hours)
Thursday, January 21, 2021
11:00 a.m.–2:30 p.m.
Rethinking Diversity Equity Inclusion Strategy Development
There is evidence of racism, discrimination, and implicit bias in societal infrastructures leading to persistent inequality of opportunity. Society is becoming more global, increasing the demand for skillsets and the ability to work effectively across cultures. Research shows that diverse teams make decisions faster, perform better, and the ability to innovate increases. The challenge is translating agreement in the value of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) into strategic and impactful actions. This session will help participants develop a plan to create cultural transformation in their organization and assess the impact of the plan. A successful plan involves engagement and accountability across the organization, creating an infrastructure, developing metrics that provide insight on performance, and a responsive process that can adapt to new information and environmental changes.
At the completion of this activity, participants will be able to:
- Describe an organizational approach to addressing diversity, equity, and inclusion through infrastructure and strategy development.
- Discuss the accountability framework needed to implement, monitor and evaluate progress of strategic priorities.
- Reflect on considerations and implications for School and unit level plan development.
- Identify tools for assessment of a DEI strategic plan.
Speakers: Carla White, B.S., Associate Dean, Organizational Diversity and Inclusion, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Eshelman School of Pharmacy; Michael Fulford, Ph.D., Director of Assessment Interim, Lead for Faculty Affairs, University of Georgia College of Pharmacy
(Knowledge-based, 0581-0000-21-005-L04-P, 3.00 Contact Hours)
Friday, January 22, 2021
11:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
What in the World Does D&I Have to do With Pharmacy & Panel Discussion
Simply developing a diversity plan is not enough. Without a defined action plan that involves individual responsibility in working toward systemic and cultural change in an organization, we can remain static and simply do a lot of talking and not enough walking. However, changing systems and culture around diversity, equity, and inclusion is truly a daunting task. During this session, Dawn D. Bennett-Alexander will provide insight, tips, and inspiration that can help your organization take practical steps toward creating a truly inclusive and equitable environment that values diversity.
At the completion of this activity, participants will be able to:
- Identify and describe barriers and challenges to making a diversity plan actionable.
- Discuss practical steps your organization can take to create a culture that values in word and action diversity, equity, and inclusion.
- Explain why it is necessary for all employees to be advocates for Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging in your organization.
Speaker: Dawn Bennett-Alexander, J.D., Founder, Practical Diversity and Tenured Associate Professor of Employment Law and Legal Studies, University of Georgia Terry College of Business;
(Knowledge-based, 0581-0000-21-006-L04-P, 2.00 Contact Hours)
AACP is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education as a provider of continuing pharmacy education. Pharmacists may earn up to 7.50 hours of continuing education credits for the Institute following the completion of the CE activities and corresponding CE session evaluations.
Instructions for Claiming CPE Credit
Registrants must attend the Institute, complete and submit CE session evaluations via the online AACP Continuing Education Administration software program, Learning Express CE (LECE). With the Access Code provided at the conclusion of the Institute, attendees must complete the evaluations for each session they are requesting continuing education credits. Attendees will have 45 days following the Institute to complete the CE activity evaluations. Access to session activity evaluations in LECE will be denied after March 8, at 11:59 p.m. ET. Please note, ACPE recognizes as valid only statements of credit generated from NABP e-Profile accounts. Pharmacists should login to their NABP e-profile to access information about their completed CPE and to print a valid statement of credit if needed.
Hardware/Software Requirements
The Institute will be conducted via EventRebels and Zoom platforms. Registered attendees must have a fast and stable internet connection, a modern browser such as Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, or Microsoft Edge, speakers/headphones for audio capability, and Adobe Reader to open select pdf files.
Fees
Registration for the Institute is $149.00 per person. There is no additional fee for continuing education credits.
Sponsorship
No financial support was identified for any component of this educational activity.