MMI’s Sharif named to Inclusive Communities’ LeadDIVERSITY Advocates
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Graciela Sharif |
The Munroe-Meyer Institute’s Graciela Sharif was named to Inclusive Communities’ 2020-21 class of LeadDIVERSITY Advocates.
LeadDIVERSITY is a yearlong leadership program centered on creating organizational opportunities and conversations surrounding diversity, equity and inclusion. A program of Inclusive Communities, LeadDIVERSITY is in partnership with OPPD, Greater Omaha Chamber of Commerce and The Business Ethics Alliance.
Sharif was one of 36 advocates selected for the program.
Tena Hahn Rodriguez, business development manager, said Inclusive Communities was excited to begin its journey with the applicants.
“As they grow as leaders, they will become the key bearers of inclusive and equitable culture and practice in their organizatons and on a larger scale. We recognize that this work we do must happen at all levels and in all sectors of society, and we feel that this cohort is best poised to create widespread positive change.”
“I am thankful to MMI for giving me the opportunity to embark in this leadership program that creates understanding of diversity, equity and inclusion in our communities,” Sharif said. “I am eager to help build an environment where everyone feels included.”
Applications open for the Evidence-Based Dentistry Awards
Applications and nominations are now being accepted for the Evidence-Based Dentistry (EBD) Awards, which recognize dental educators and clinicians making significant contributions to implement and advance EBD. Winners will receive $1,000 and a commemorative plaque and will be honored during an online ceremony in December.
Applications and nomination close by Sept. 8. See more information.
There are three award categories:
- Accomplished Faculty Award: Recognizes full-time or part-time faculty members with 15 years or more of experience at an accredited U.S. university who have a leadership role in bringing a new EBD research or educational program to their school or in developing EBD resources for the profession.
- Mid-career Faculty Award: Recognizes full-time or part-time faculty members with five to 15 years of experience at an accredited U.S. university who have made outstanding EBD contributions to the practice and profession.
- Practice Award: Recognizes clinicians who have completed an EBD project within the past two years or have demonstrated leadership in implementing EBD to improve patient care in private practice or a public health setting and encouraging colleagues to use research findings in practice.
Applicants must be a member of the American Dental Association and/or the American Association for Dental Research. The EBD Awards are supported by an unrestricted educational grant from Colgate.