
Wednesday, February 23, 2022 12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Topic: Diverse Blood Donor Symposium | Making Equity Visible in the Health Care of African Americans
Join the American Red Cross of Coastal Virginia, ODU, and EVMS for an important community conversation on the topic Making Equity Visible in the Health Care of African Americans.
Participants will gain insight on the impact, marginalization, and lack of cultural sensitivity to African-Americans in healthcare. They will also be provided with information that will assist in them being allies and advocates for their own health and the health of African-Americans. Finally, participants will be provided with ways they can lead from their respective roles in the community to promote visible equity in the healthcare of African-Americans.
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FEBRUARY 25, 2021
Watch the 2/25/21 event recording.
Topic: Through his daughters' eyes - The life and legacy of Dr. Charles R. Drew, the father of blood banking
Join the American Red Cross of Coastal Virginia this Black History Month to kick-off our Diverse Blood Donor Awareness and Education Series with a conversation about the outstanding life and legacy of Dr. Charles R. Drew.
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Thursday, MAY 27, 2021
Watch the 5/27/21 event recording.
Topic: From segregation to transformation: Why black blood matters
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Thursday, JUNE 3, 2021
Topic: Sickle Cell Disease Virtual Forum: Historically Black Colleges and Universities 16-Day Challenge
Join us and our distinguished panelists and guests as we bring together and encourage African American students to become lifelong blood donors. Featuring: HBCU Battle of the Bands. View our event flyer.
Thursday, AUGUST 19, 2021 12:00 p.m.
Watch the 8/19/21 event recording.
Topic: Health Disparities and their impact on blood donations
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Wednesday, NOVEMBER 10, 2021
Watch the 11/10/21 event recording.
Topic: A New Generation of Blood Donors: How Young People Can Impact Community Healthcare
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If you have any questions or need additional information, please contact:
Katie Niehoff, Executive Director, Coastal Virginia
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