The 15th Annual Howard University International Conference on Stigma aims to dismantle negative beliefs surrounding health issues like HIV, mental health, and more, particularly affecting marginalized communities. It gathers researchers, educators, policymakers, and community leaders to discuss strategies to overcome health-related bias. The conference will feature discussions on diagnosis, health equity, and internalized stigma, along with mental health education and leadership training. Virtual sessions will occur on November 19-20, with an in-person session on November 21 at Howard University. Notable speakers will address topics such as HIV decriminalization and dehumanization.
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15th Annual Howard University International Conference on Stigma
The 15th Annual Howard University International Conference on Stigma will take place in Washington, DC, focusing on ending negative beliefs surrounding various health issues. The event will be held at Howard University's Armour J. Blackburn Center.
Conference Overview
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Time and Place
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Conference Dates: November 19–21, 2024
Location: Armour J. Blackburn Center, Howard University
City/State: Washington, District of Columbia
Address: 2400 Sixth St NW, Washington, DC 20059
Event Format: hybrid
Conference Organizer
This organization is hosting this conference.
Howard University
Founded in 1867, Howard University is a private, research-focused institution in Washington, D.C., committed to truth and service, producing over 150,000 graduates who excel in diverse industries.
Email: mediarelations@howard.edu
Phone: 202-806-2509
Schedule and Agenda
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Virtual sessions will take place November 19-20, and an in-person main session will be held on November 21. Most events will be livestreamed, including the main session.
Notable Speakers
These folks will be speaking at the conference.
S. Mandisa Moore-O’Neal
Executive Director, CHLP, New Orleans, speaking on HIV Decriminalization.
Laila El-Haddad
Rana Family Speaker Series for Social Justice in Health Speaker, discussing Dehumanization.
Alicia Lucksted
Research psychologist at the University of Maryland and the Veterans Health Administration.
Ekpereka Sandra Nawfal
Scientific abstract winner from Florida International University.
Reggie and Dionne Smith
HIV advocates.
Charles Carrington
Sickle Cell Warrior.
Ofosuwa M. Abiola
Howard University professor and director, Africana Theatre and Dance Collection.
Sponsorship, Exhibitor, and Advertising Opportunities
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Conference sponsors include Gilead Sciences, Research Data and Communication Technologies, Community Education Group, Denver Prevention and Training Center, HIV Vaccine Trials Network, and NASTAD. Major collaborators include HealthHIV, Howard University School of Social Work, and the Mid-Atlantic AIDS Education and Training Center.
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