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Thu, Mar 23, 6:00 PM
YWCA Greater Cleveland • Cleveland, OH
Free
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The Race Prism + Me: A Conversation about Science and Race
Dr. Nelson will discuss diversity and the historical & social roots of the race concept, and why the idea persists scientific inaccuracy
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1464 E 105th St 1464 East 105th Street Cleveland, OH 44106
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About this event
From TV ads for DNA tests that purport to connect us with long-lost ancestors, to national discourse about "real Americans," notions of race and identity pervade many of our conversations. Our understanding of human difference stems from long-held and outdated ideas about race. By dismantling this model of the human family tree, divorced from history and the realities of human biological diversity, we also do the work of unpacking racism. Dr. Robin Nelson will discuss this diversity and the historical and social roots of the race concept, revealing why the idea persists despite its scientific inaccuracy.
Join us for an intimate conversation with the following esteemed panelists. Our guests will discuss the social construction of the race and it economic, political, social ramifications from the perspective of biological anthropology.
- Dr. Robin Nelson, Biological Anthropologist and Professor at University of Santa Clara University
- Joseph Black, Community Investment Manager at Sisters of Charity Foundation
- Dr. Brennin Brown, Adult Psychiatry Resident at University Hospitals
- Erika Hood, Program Development Manager at the Center for Reducing Health Disparities and Director of Social Equity, Syatt
Join us for an interactive and dynamic afternoon about the race prism and you. We will kick off the afternoon with a light lunch, engaging exercise, and thought-provoking conversation.