Diversity, Equity & Inclusion in the Dutch Caribbean
We cordially invite you to our healthcare symposium on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in healthcare on the Dutch Caribbean islands. This symposium will take place on November 17th and 18th 2023 in Aruba and will provide a unique opportunity to discuss the key challenges and opportunities that diversity in the healthcare sector brings to this region.
We have assembled an impressive roster of local and international speakers and experts who will share their insights and experiences on improving access to and the quality of healthcare for diverse communities in the Dutch Caribbean.
This symposium is intended for healthcare professionals, policymakers, academics, and everyone who is interested in healthcare in this region.
We hope to see you on November 17th and 18th to participate in this vital discussion on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in healthcare. 
Commencement speech Keynote 1 – Diversity, Equality, and Inclusion (DEI) in Healthcare  Drs. Garreth Tromp  Break Keynote 2 – Non-communicable diseases   Speaker 2  Closing Evening program with dinner & music performance.  Friday November 17th, 2023 - Session 1
 
From  
Subject 
Speaker 
 
17:00 - 17:30 
Registration / Walk-in bites and drinks 
  
 
17:30 - 17:35 
Opening 
Ms. Dahariana Evertsz 
 
17:35 - 17:45 
 
Minister VWS Aruba Danguillaume Pierino Oduber 
 
17:45 - 18:15  
 
Advancing Healthcare Equity: The Imperative of Inclusivity, Anti-Bias Training, and Equitable PoliciesProf.  Quinn Capers (USA) 
 
18:15 - 18:35  
General speaker 1 - What does the data say?  
What does the data say?!
 
 
18:35 - 18:50 
 
  
 
18:50 - 19:20 
 
What is the relationship between non-communicable diseases and the lack of DEI?Dr. OmiSoore Dryden (CAN) 
 
19:20 - 19:40  
 
Exploring the Impact of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion on Public Health and Socio-Economic OutcomesProf. Dr. Ashley Duits 
 
19:40 - 19:50 
 
Summary of the key takeaways from the day and outline program of day 2Ms. Dahariana, Evertsz Prof. Jamiu Busari & Drs. Priscilla Maria 
 
19:50 - 22:00  
 
  
Registration / Walk-in bites and drinks Opening Keynote 3 - The impact of language barriers on healthcare access and outcomes  Abigail Norville   11:10 - 11:40 11:40 - 12:10 Pharmacoequity   Ebby Ruiz - Director of Pharmacy at HOH Krista OplaatSaturday November 18th, 2023 Session 2
 
From - To 
Subject 
Speaker 
 
09:00 - 09:30 
 
  
 
09:30 - 09:40 
 
Ms. Dahariana Evertsz  
 
09:40 - 10:10 
 
Embracing Linguistic Diversity in Health Care: Learnings from the Language-Friendly SchoolDr. Ellen-Rose Kambel (NL) 
 
10:10 - 10:30 
General Speaker 2 – What works?  
Equity in Health Care through a social justice lens in a Dutch Caribbean contextProf. Dr. Jamiu Busari 
 
10:30 - 10:50 
Short Break 
  
 
10:50 - 11:10 
Speaker 
Embracing Diversity and Inclusion in Healthcare: A Nationwide Strategy
 
 
 
Plenary session A  
 
 
12:10 - 13:10 
Lunch break 
  
Registration Plenary session B  Inequality of opportunity in health education and care Panel: dr. Felix Holiday, dr. Joel Rajnherc, Secretaris Generaal Abigail Norville, dr. Giovanni Frans, dr. Jacco Vroegop, Prof. dr. Ingemar Merkies (online), Prof. dr. Jean Savelkoul (online) Plenary closingSaturday November 18th, 2023 Session 3
 
From - To 
Subject 
Speaker 
 
12:45 - 13:10 
 
  
 
13:10 - 13:40 
 
Owning Allyship: Leading through the tensions of racism and relationshipDr. Lynn Sonneberg and Prof.Jamiu Busari. 
 
13:40 - 14:10 
 
Lianne Mulder 
 
14:10 - 15:40  
Panel discussion 
A panel of experts to discuss the challenges and opportunities for promoting diversity in healthcare.
 
 
15:40 - 16:00 
 
Ms. Dahariana Evertsz,  Prof. Jamiu Busari, Drs. Priscila Maria 
 
16:00 - 18:00 
Dinner & drinks 
  
Specialist Early Bird $ 240 (up to September 30th, 2023) Nurses & Paramedics   Medical Student (Coassistent)   Attendance in person  Resident (Arts-assistent) & PhD candidate    Registration Fees
 
Categories 
Profession 
Registration Fee 
 
Attendance in person 
Full conference: 
Sessions 1, 2 & 3
 
Manager 
Other
 
Late Fee $ 280
 
Attendance in person 
Full conference:
Sessions 1, 2 & 3
 
Early Bird $ 120 (up to September 30th, 2023) 
Late Fee $ 140
 
Attendance in person  
Full conference:
Sessions 1, 2 & 3
 
Early Bird $ 75 (up to September 30th, 2023) 
Late Fee $ 75
 
 
Full conference:
Sessions 1, 2 & 3
 
Early Bird $ 175 (up to September 30th, 2023) 
Late Fee $ 210

CAN A23.035 - November 17th 2 points & November 18th 5 points
GAIA id 533775 - November 17th 2 points & November 18th 5 points
                                                                    
                                                                    

