Women, Gender, and Health

Events

2024-25: Upcoming Events

This year, the theme of WGH speakers events is going to be: “The politics of gender & health: social, economic, and democratic challenges”

Project 2025: Implications for Public Health – Wednesday October 9, 1:00 – 1:50 (FXB G13)
During this WGH lunchtime talk, we will be discussing elections as social determinants of health & health equity, along with the importance of voting. In keeping with this year’s WGH theme of “The politics of gender & health: social, economic, and democratic challenges”, Dr. Elizabeth Sommers (Assistant Professor in Family Medicine, Boston University School of Medicine) and Dr. Chris Chanyasulkit (Immediate past-president of the American Public Health Association) will offer a public health perspective on the proposed recommendations of Project 2025, specifically examining sections related to genders, health and healthcare but also considering broader issues related to peace & justice, nuclear development and environmental concerns. All are welcome!

2024-25: Past Events

WGH Welcome Event – Wednesday September 4, 1:00 – 1:50 pm, Kresge 110
WGH faculty will introduce themselves and the WGH concentration, discuss WGH course offerings, and meet new and returning students. Lunch will be provided. All are welcome!
WGH Fall Social – Thursday September 5, 5:00 – 7:00 pm, Penguin Pizza (735 Huntington Ave, Boston)
Join us for a social event at Penguin Pizza to connect and network with WGH staff and faculty. Refreshments will be provided.

 

Reproductive Justice in the Context of the Upcoming 2024 Elections – Thursday September 19, 1:00 – 1:50pm, Kresge G2
Join us for the first event in the WGH series “The Politics of Gender and Health: Current Social, Economic, and Democratic Challenges”.  This panel discussion will feature a representative from the Movement Voter Project, Boston University Law Professor Dr. Aziza Ahmed, and WGH faculty member Dr. Liz Janiak.

2023-24: Past Events

Environment, women, and children: Experiences from the Fukushima nuclear disaster – April 24th, 1:00-1:50pm, FXB G-12
Join WGH and speakers Dr. Aya Goto and Dr. Michio Murakami for a lunchtime talk and Q&A on their work surrounding the environmental and human health impacts of the Fukushima nuclear disaster.

Climate Change Planning through a Black Feminist Ecological Lens – April 4th, 1:00-1:50pm, FXB G-11

Join WGH and Dr. Fushcia-Ann Hoover, 2023-2024 Radcliffe-Salata Climate Justice Fellow, for a brief presentation followed by a lunch and learn-style discussion on Black Feminist Ecology theory.

International Women’s Day Celebration with Dr. Lisa Bowleg – March 8th, 2024, 1:00-1:50pm, Kresge G2

All Our Relations: Care and Indigineity – February 28th, 1:00-1:50pm, Kresge G1

Join us as we partner with the Harvard Chan Native Indigenous Student Health Forum and Native Wellness Institute in a conversation with Theda NewBreast.

 

Truth Talk: Strategies for Difficult Dialogues in an Age of Challenging Communications – November 21st 2023, 1:00-1:50pm – Kresge G3 

In this event, attendees will acquire skills for engaging in effective conversations in various settings, including scientific discussions, classroom interactions, and personal conversations at home. The Harvard Longwood Ombuds office will provide practical strategies and insights to navigate challenging dialogues, fostering better communication and resilience. This event is hosted by WGH and the Harvard Ombuds Office and is open to the public. All are welcome — RSVP here. 

 

Teaching in the Storm: Academic Freedom, Scientific Integrity, and Best Pedagogic Practices – October 11th, 2023, 5:30-7:30 – Kresge G1

Join us in a panel discussion and open conversation as we discuss best practices in relation to academic freedom, scientific integrity and teaching around topics such as population health, global anti-racism and
LGBTQ+ rights in a context of local, national, and worldwide backlash, including recent controversies at HSPH involving teaching, LGBTQ+ rights, and health. This event is co-hosted by WGH and the Population Health Sciences PhD. RSVP here!

The Role of Misinformation in Blocking Access to Sex- and Gender-Specific Healthcare – September 20th, 2023, 1:00-1:50pm – FXB G10

Join us for our first event of WGH’s Fall event series, “Navigating and Resisting Mis/Disinformation.” This panel discussion will focus on the use of fake science to undermine access to sex- and gender-specific healthcare services such as abortion care and gender-affirming healthcare. RSVP here! 

 

WGH Welcome Event – August 30th, 2023, 1:00-1:50pm – FXB Atrium

Gather with WGH faculty, staff, and students to kick of the semester and learn how you can be involved, plan events, and complete the concentration. Lunch will be provided and all are welcome! Please RSVP using this form.

 

WGH Fall Social – September 6th, 2023, 5:oo-6:30pm – Penguin Pizza (635 Huntington Avenue)

Join Women, Gender & Health Interdisciplinary Concentration faculty, students, and staff for a casual after-work networking get-together. Food + drinks provided! Please RSVP using this form.

 

 

 

 

 

Last updated: August 14, 2024