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"With deep conviction, I pledge to uphold human rights for all, devoid of discrimination. I vow never to infringe upon the rights of others, whether through actions, words, or deeds. This commitment underscores my belief in equality and justice. Grateful for this opportunity, I stand as a beacon of compassion, committed to fostering a fair, inclusive society. With respect, integrity, and empathy, I embrace this responsibility, urging for positive change. 🌍✊ #HumanRightsAdvocate #EthicalResponsibility #EqualityForAll #CompassionInAction"

Recognising White Privilege White privilege is the advantage possessed by white people in a society that operates on racial injustice. This privilege is widespread in all areas of life, from the media to real life experiences. White people can recognise their privilege by being proactively engaged with addressing their own life experiences and any benefits they have received over their ethnically diverse colleagues or community members. They can also engage with people of colour in conversations surrounding their privilege – whilst these conversations may feel uncomfortable, by understanding another perspective and committing to help with the anti-racism fight, white people can help to create a better future for all members of society. ➡️ To access free resources to help you tackle race inequality, join the REM network: http://ow.ly/Lo5q50OFiZf #ActionDrivesChange #RaceEqualityMatters #ItsEveryonesBusiness Thank you to key partners Green Parkand Lloyd's for their continued support Image Credit: Susan Kaiser Greenland, Curious Parenting

White Privilege in the Health and Science Spaces Looks like being normally Cited as the Experts, Leading Black and Brown Research as the Expert, Not having to "adapt" Interventions because they've been historically tested on, observed, and interpreted by the folk who looks like the test subjects. White Privilege is having all of the "Father's of Theories" as the experts, All Concepts of theory and Science as the "Gold Standards" without any recognition of Previously Born theories and concepts that were not acknowledged from Black and Brown Cultures and philosophies. White Privilege looks like Using European History and Institutions as the Standard for the World. It's being able to claim knowledge and authority of knowledge by studying and observe others, through their biased lenses, making it "evidence" and needing to validate someone's lived experience. Because their lived experience is NOT evidence of a thing nor is it valid without "Being observed by an outsider". White Privilege looks like being able to justify this context as "the norm" and when it's questioned, highlighted and challenged, it's an offense or issue, it's not adhering to "expectations", it's being misunderstood, it's claiming the expert position of other's experiences. It's soooo much more. I'll have to ask for permission to write about it and submit it as evidence to see if it's worthy to be approved as evidence.

Today, we honor Juneteenth – a day that marks a pivotal moment in history, the end of slavery in the United States. It’s a time to reflect on the progress made and the journey ahead towards equality and justice for all. Health Advances is using this day not only to celebrate but also to educate and engage in meaningful conversations about diversity, inclusion, and equity. Together, we can create a workplace and society that uplifts every individual, recognizing that our collective strength lies in our diversity. #Juneteenth #FreedomDay #DiversityAndInclusion

This is something that is so important to understand. Many in positions of privilege may take for granted or be unaware of the difference in experience they have compared to others with less privilege. Privilege has been socially constructed thriugh history by those who want to have and hold onto power. However, this can change if we are self-aware of our own privileges, what this means to us and others around us. White privilege is one type of privilege. Others include (but not limited to): Cis Male privilege Heterosexual privilege Middle class privilege Physically and mentally able privilege Financial security privilege

Recognising White Privilege White privilege is the advantage possessed by white people in a society that operates on racial injustice. This privilege is widespread in all areas of life, from the media to real life experiences. White people can recognise their privilege by being proactively engaged with addressing their own life experiences and any benefits they have received over their ethnically diverse colleagues or community members. They can also engage with people of colour in conversations surrounding their privilege – whilst these conversations may feel uncomfortable, by understanding another perspective and committing to help with the anti-racism fight, white people can help to create a better future for all members of society. ➡️ To access free resources to help you tackle race inequality, join the REM network: http://ow.ly/Lo5q50OFiZf #ActionDrivesChange #RaceEqualityMatters #ItsEveryonesBusiness Thank you to key partners Green Parkand Lloyd's for their continued support Image Credit: Susan Kaiser Greenland, Curious Parenting

"You are invited to engage in a powerful month-long challenge designed to confront and dismantle systemic barriers, fostering a more inclusive and equitable society for all." Read our latest blog on how you can get involved in the 2024 Until Justice Just Is Racial Justice Challenge: https://lnkd.in/gbhEvM7u

One way WE can facilitate inclusion is by collecting SOGI (sexual orientation/gender identity) data in biomedical research (not exhaustive). Let's demonstrate seeing everyone by counting everyone. How we count determines who we count and who we count, determines who counts. Who counts determines everything!