AOHC Encore 2023-321 From Bystander to Upstander: Learning the Language of Intervention

321 From Bystander to Upstander: Learning the Language of Intervention

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Video Summary

This video summary discusses the speaker's personal experiences and efforts to address diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in the medical field. The speaker shares how after the murder of George Floyd in May 2020, she wanted to do something in response and became involved in a DEI group at Vanderbilt University Medical Center. She highlights the importance of learning to stand up, speak out, and walk in the shoes of colleagues who have experienced racism and discrimination. The speaker discusses the concept of microaggressions, providing examples and the impact they can have on individuals. She emphasizes the need for bystanders to be aware of and address microaggressions, and encourages open dialogue and empathy in these situations. She also mentions initiatives at Vanderbilt aimed at addressing racism in the workplace, such as education, reporting systems, and policy changes. The speaker concludes by engaging the audience in group discussion to identify microaggressions in two scenarios and suggest response strategies. Overall, the video highlights the importance of recognizing and addressing microaggressions and fostering an inclusive and equitable environment in the medical field.

Keywords

diversity

equity

inclusion

DEI

microaggressions

racism

medical field

Vanderbilt University Medical Center