P082 Gender Equality in Dentistry

About This Course

This recorded webinar looks at real life examples of gender inequality and highlight ways in which we can reduce inequalities.

Gender equality and the empowerment of women is a United Nations Sustainable Development Goal, and has been thrust into the spotlight with the recent #MeToo movement and HeForShe campaign.

During this webinar we discuss the nature and consequences of gender inequality at work, in the family context, and in the media. We also address what has been done to challenge gender inequality, and what still needs to happen in the future.

Chair: Ian Mills, Dean FGDP

Presenters:

• Patricia Neville
• Kevin O'Brien

Panelists:

• Judith Husband
• Mahrukh Kwaja
• Lauren Harrhy
• Daljit Dhariwal
• Nishma Sharma
• Susan Nelson
• Fiona Ellwood

Aims

This course aims to provide learners with knowledge and understanding of gender inequality and highlights ways in which we can reduce inequalities.

Objectives

During this course learners will be able to:

• Look at real life examples of gender inequality and highlight ways in which we can reduce inequalities.
• Discuss the nature and consequences of gender inequality at work, in the family context, and in the media.
• Outline what has been done to challenge gender inequality, and what still needs to happen in the future.

Learning Outcomes

After completing this course the learner will gain an understanding of:

• The real life challenges and experiences of colleagues in regards to gender equality.

GDC Development Outcomes