Projects, research and initiatives implemented by the Global Health community transcend national borders and regional interests, while taking cultural differences and diversity fully into account. First hand field experience, research, and service related opportunities are invaluable to developing an in-depth understanding of the complexities of global health problems. What are examples of global health work being done in other countries and regions? What lessons can we bring back when working with diverse populations? Join us for an interdisciplinary discussion on how members of our UCSD Global Health community have examined health issues and policies in practice.

Barriers and stigmas faced by the LGBTQ+ community to access health services are a global concern. Research suggests that LGBTQ+ individuals face health disparities linked to societal stigma, discrimination, and denial of their civil and human rights. Discrimination against LGBTQ+ persons has been associated with high rates of psychiatric disorders, substance abuse, and suicide. Experiences of violence and victimization are frequent for LGBT individuals, and have long-lasting effects on the individual and the community. How can we improve the determinants of health that threaten the welfare of LGBTQ+ individuals in our communities and across the globe? Join us for a discussion as we explore these inequities and how we can advance LGBTQ+ health and well-being.

It is increasingly recognized that the best health professionals will have interdisciplinary perspectives, social and cultural acuity (such as in cross-cultural settings) and team-oriented skills. The GHP's unique research and writing opportunities make the BA, BS, Minor, and MA excellent preparation for medical and graduate school, and for careers in health sciences, research and teaching, service-providing organizations, government agencies, or law. So where have some of our Global Health Program alumni found themselves after graduating from UC San Diego? What could a career path with a degree in Global Health look like? Join us for a discussion with three Global Health Program alumni about how their experiences in the GHP shaped their career interests and led them to their current roles. Wednesday, May 12th, 2021 3-5pm, via Zoom

Racism is a global health crisis, one that leads to devastating health outcomes for the Black community. Black Americans experience high levels of stress due to racism in their daily lives and have difficulty obtaining health insurance and accessing high quality health care services. This leads to poorer health outcomes when compared to other Americans. The recent events of 2020 have further illuminated the health effects of systemic and structural racism; this was not only reflected in the inhumane acts against George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, Ahmaud Arbery, and countless other Black individuals, but also in the disproportionate rates of COVID-19 cases and deaths throughout the Black community. What are some ways that we, as members of the Global Health community, can pursue racial justice in healthcare when the disparities of access and quality are ingrained in the system itself? Join us for a discussion as we explore the relationship of racial justice and health equity.

The Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has upended all facets of life across the globe: from healthcare, to the economy and labor workforce, to education, to international relations. While researchers are rushing to understand the virus and develop a vaccine, the response from different nations throughout the world have influenced how individuals are navigating and curbing the spread of COVID-19. Join us for a discussion of interdisciplinary perspectives in global health to better understand this pandemic!