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Self-Reflection Quotes of the Week: “There is no ‘one size fits all’ when it comes to antibias and antiracist work. Antibias and antiracist work is an ongoing process of learning and unlearning. In antibias and antiracist work, there is no finish line to cross, or list of boxes to check. Antibias and antiracist work is not a liner journey. Antibias and antiracism work is a personal and communal commitment. It is not something that can be bought. Antibias and antiracism is for everyone, because everyone holds biases and is capable of racial harm.” – Liz Kleinrock, Teach and Transform Moments of Inspiration: It is Hispanic Heritage Month runs from September 15-October 15 th . Learn more about some of the happening in Maine: Hispanic Heritage Month - Multicultural Student Center - University of Maine (umaine.edu) MECA&D Celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month - Maine College of Art & Design Hispanic Heritage Month Spotlight – Johanna Bridges (bangorschools.net) A virtual screening and ...

Welcome to fall, everyone! We will continue to have Tuesday and Thursday morning 30 minute sessions on zoom for self-care. ALL are welcome. This is a great way to set aside a short amount of time every week for self-care, for some conscious breathing and movement, and to join in the fun. Hope to see you at one of our sessions - try it out! Tuesday September 28th, 30 min breath and movement Community class on zoom https://maine.zoom.us/j/ 4625543963 8:00am-8:30am Every session is different and focuses on a different series of movements to invigorate the whole body. Thursday September 30th 30 min breath and movement Community class on zoom https://maine.zoom.us/j/ 4625543963 8:00am-8:30am Thursday morning sessions will be gentler on hands and wrists (no extended weight bearing on hands). Plenty of movements to build strength and resilience.

The MMCRI Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Work Group and the Acute Care COBRE are pleased to co-host  Dr. Winfred Williams on Wednesday October 27 th  12-1:30pm  virtually. He will be speaking about New England Journal of Medicine's new editorial “Striving for Diversity in Research Studies,” which details NEJM's new publication policy.   Winfred W. Williams, MD, is the deputy editor of the New England Journal of Medicine, and notably the first African American to serve in this role. Dr. Williams is also the associate chief of the Massachusetts General Hospital Division of Nephrology, and the founding director of the MGH Center for Diversity and Inclusion.  He recently served on a the NEJM Diversity in Research Subcommittee. The subcommittee's work culminated into a new policy to address representation in research studies (read the policy and watch the video here:  https://www.nejm.org/doi/full/10.1056/NEJMe2114651  ).  For more abou...

Thanks to Liz Scharnetzki for organizing this first peer mentorship meeting - o pen to anyone who is interested in attending! Thu 9/30/2021 3:00p - 3:30p Description: This is our inaugural MMCRI Peer-Mentorship Group meeting! The meetings for this group have been designed to be informal and conversation-based - we will come to share our questions, challenges, and strategies! Our topic for this meeting will be "Building a mentorship team." Some things we can discuss include -- How do you find and reach out to potential mentors? How do you establish expectations and goals with your mentorship team? We're looking forward to gathering with you all.   Zoom information: Topic: MMCRI Peer-Mentorship Group Time: Sep 30, 2021 03:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada) Join Zoom Meeting https://us06web.zoom.us/j/88029947120?pwd=S3JTSG1lbEtJL0dxcEJBbUx3cWRWZz09     Meeting ID: 880 2994 7120 Passcode: 407422  

 Thanks to Anne Breggia for this contribution! Upcoming Event: Women in Bioscience   Join us on September 30th for our fourth annual Women in Bioscience!   The event will feature an interactive workshop, networking event, and a moderated panel discussion of acclaimed female scientists and entrepreneurs focusing on success stories, career advantages and obstacles for Maine women in bioscience.

  EDITORS' PICK | Sep 19, 2021, 06:00pm EDT | 84,828 views - Forbes Empathy Is The Most Important Leadership Skill According To Research Empathy has always been a critical skill for leaders, but it is taking on a new level of meaning and priority. Far from a soft approach it can drive significant business results. You always knew demonstrating empathy is positive for people, but new research demonstrates its importance for everything from innovation to retention. Great leadership requires a fine mix of all kinds of skills to create the conditions for engagement, happiness and performance, and empathy tops the list of what leaders must get right. The Effects of Stress The reason empathy is so necessary is that people are experiencing multiple kinds of stress, and data suggests it is affected by the pandemic—and the ways our lives and our work have been turned upside down. Mental Health. A global study by  Qualtrics  found 42% of people have experienced a decline in mental ...

  September 23, 2021   MaineHealth Wins United Way Community Choice Award   As part of the MaineHealth United Way campaign, the organization participated in a food drive and can sculpture contest. MaineHealth won the Community Choice Award which was determined by community members voting online. The winning design is pictured right.   Congratulations to all involved and thank you to all who voted!     COVID-19 News MMC News ·          COVID-19 Population Update ·          Reminder: One Day Left to Start Two-Dose Vaccine Regimen ·          MaineHealth’s First Long COVID Clinic Now Open ·          Reminder: A Special Video Message from President Jeff Sanders ·          Wellbeing Corner ·          United Way Week One Raffle ...