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There is no escaping the call to action across all industries in the wake of the #metoo movement – born in Hollywood, acknowledged across the world.
To recognize that the medical industry is not immune to discrimination and harassment, LEW joined forces with the University of Windsor Human Rights, Equity & Accessibility (OHREA) office to address this timely topic as students in first and second year prepare to engage, thrive and survive in the world of professional employment within the medical industry.
Kaye Johnson, director of OHREA, shared her wisdom with our preclinical learners by dissecting the human resources code, addressing the School’s student code of conduct and sharing resources to remind students of what harassment and discrimination can look like – as it is not always as black and white as one could assume.
Most importantly, these efforts serve to remind students that the LEW office is here to offer moral support, guidance in the formal reporting process and a knowledgeable resource dedicated to connecting learners with those who can support them best. Moreover, this can be done confidentially with no repercussions academically. Stressors can take many forms: relationships, course work, career planning, financial burdens – studying and learning in a safe environment should not be a factor.
In relation to mental health and wellness, students spent a month on the wellness challenge with weekly foci on areas such as mental health, nutrition
Whether you are in your fourth year or you are a
Stay warm!
Stephanie Coccimiglio
LEW Coordinator – Schulich Medicine - Windsor Campus