Dates: Honoring Latine culture: Traditions, mental health, and community-based wellness Hondrando la cultura Latina: Tradiciones, salud mental, y bienestar comunitario Purpose and Audience The Latina Health Symposium brings together people from all professions working to advance Latine health and wellness. These events provide a unique forum for clinicians, public health professionals, community workers, researchers, students, […]
Reducing Weight Stigma in Healthcare – As part of UW Medicine’s ongoing efforts to reduce bias in healthcare, this new course explores bias related to body weight. Framed around patient stories, this course aims to increase empathy related to weight stigma by offering a better understand of the history of society’s relationship with weight, as […]
Come out and help raise awareness, celebrate resilience, and show love to the Sickle Cell Community at this year's walk! Take the scenic 2.6-mile loop with other walkers to celebrate resilience, raise awareness, and support life-changing programs for individuals and families affected by Sickle Cell. Come out, connect with community, and be a part of […]
African Americans Reach & Teach Health Ministry Join the African Americans Reach & Teach Health Ministry on Saturday, September 19th for their Annual Health & Wellness Fair, a community celebration of healthy living, active aging, and overall wellness! This year's fair is packed with activities for all ages, including: Come for the fun, stay to […]
This event is promoted as a community resource and is not sponsored by UW Medicine or the Office of Healthcare Equity. Per University policy, this promotion is conditioned on the understanding that the opportunity is open to all individuals regardless of race, color, national origin, or sex.
Join Somos Seattle for our annual Latinx Pride celebration at El Centro de la Raza—an evening centered on queer Latinx joy, community, culture, and connection in the Pacific Northwest. Enjoy live performances, DJs, local vendors, community resources, food, drinks, dancing, and space to celebrate together. This annual gathering brings together LGBTQ+ Latinx community members, allies, […]
Join the UW School of Medicine Pathways Information Session to learn about all of the Medical Student Pathways offered through the Office of Healthcare Equity. Learn about all of the pathways at this link.
Registration is underway for the 7th Annual Re-Imagining Behavioral Health: Race, Equity & Social Justice Conference! This two half-day virtual conference provides a learning experience that expands knowledge, promotes partnerships, and improves our behavioral health systems. Members of the behavioral health community will come together to share information, insights, practices, and policies that strengthen access […]
This year’s Summit will bring together community leaders, healthcare partners, advocates, and organizations committed to advancing equitable access, culturally responsive care, and improved health outcomes for women and families in Pierce County and beyond. Interested in volunteering at this event? The Office of Healthcare Equity will be present at this event and would be grateful […]
National Latino Physician Day is celebrated annually on October 1st. The UW School of Medicine Network of Underrepresented Residents and Fellows (NURF) and the Latino Medical Student Association (LMSA) are looking forward to inviting you to celebrate with us in a joyful evening of food, connection, and storytelling. Meet fellow UW Medicine colleagues, residents, and […]
The Indigenous Walking Tour highlights Coast Salish history, art, and activism through seven stops across the University of Washington Campus. It was created by Owen Oliver '21 to explore what it means to increase visibility, accountability, and connection to place on campus. Read more about the Indigenous Walking Tour. About Owen Oliver Owen comes from […]
Rooted in Resilience: Honoring Our Past, Celebrating Our Future POCAAN is committed to providing comprehensive, multicultural awareness and prevention programs aimed at addressing health disparities experienced in marginalized communities. Established in 1987, POCAAN is a multicultural, multi-social service agency serving marginalized communities in Seattle and greater King County including Latino, Black, Asian/Pacific Islander and Native […]
Join us on Saturday, October 17, for our first DFAD event of the school year! Come learn more about the field of oncology, hear from medical professionals, ask questions, and participate in hands-on activities. We’re excited to welcome you and hope to see you there! Open to all students, the purpose of Doctor for […]
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and Cierra Sisters is thrilled to invite you to celebrate World Mammography Day. This year’s theme: “More Than a Mammogram – It’s All Connected: The Body, The System & The Fight to Thrive.” Join in community for an empowering afternoon of connection, education, and action as we fight breast […]
This year's Día de los Muertos honors 35 years of legacy, resilience, and leadership that have shaped Entre Hermanos across generations, and the community that continues to carry this work forward. First. Fearless. Forever. First celebrates historic leadership Entre Hermanos created space where none existed and helped build culturally rooted health infrastructure for Latine LGBTQ+ communities across Washington State. […]
The Committee for Faculty Mentorship & Advocacy (CMFA) is excited to invite you to their 2026 Fall Welcome on Tuesday October 27th from 5:30-7:30pm at the UW Waterfront Activities (WAC). This will be a time to gather, provide community updates, share some exciting plans for the upcoming year, and acknowledge the 2026 CMFA Mentor Award […]
Reducing Weight Stigma in Healthcare – As part of UW Medicine’s ongoing efforts to reduce bias in healthcare, this new course explores bias related to body weight. Framed around patient stories, this course aims to increase empathy related to weight stigma by offering a better understand of the history of society’s relationship with weight, as […]
Virtual event Each November the UW observes a National First-Generation College Celebration to recognize the accomplishments of first-generation students, staff, and faculty. This year we’re excited to invite you to join the Office of Faculty Affairs and the Office of Healthcare Equity for a virtual event celebrating the achievements and experiences of first-generation faculty across the […]
Location: Virtual This free, one-day virtual symposium will explore common myths and misinformation surrounding women’s health while highlighting evidence-informed, integrative approaches to health and well-being across the lifespan. Through expert presentations, live discussions, and experiential sessions, participants will learn about topics including cardiovascular and brain health, hormonal changes, pelvic and vaginal health, chronic conditions, health […]
Doctor for a Day (DFAD) at the University of Washington is excited to host a free, in-person event on Saturday, November 14th. Come and join us for a day of hands-on activities focused on Diabetes! DFAD welcomes K-12 students and works to inspire students from educationally and economically under-resourced backgrounds to explore careers in medicine […]
