BIGG Week 2024 – Black in Gerontology and Geriatrics

BIGG 2024 Week Agenda

Join us on X (Twitter), FaceBook, and LinkedIn as we take the BIGG Roll Call

The Legacy of Black Elders: Documenting and Preserving Stories and Contributions is a thought-provoking webinar that celebrates Black elders' rich history and enduring impact on society. This session will explore the importance of preserving older Black generations' stories, experiences, and cultural contributions, offering insights into how these legacies have shaped aging communities. Attendees will learn about the challenges and opportunities in documenting these narratives and how younger generations can continue to honor and amplify the wisdom and achievements of Black elders for future generations.

Speakers:
Jordan Evans - Co-founder, Arts & Aging
Christina Peoples - Founder, Gero What!
Adrianne B. Jones - CEO, Senior Resources & Consulting Services, LLC
Raina Croff - Associate Professor, Oregon Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center

Empowering Communities: Black Perspectives in Gerontology and Geriatrics focuses on the unique experiences and insights of Black professionals and elders in the fields of aging and healthcare. This webinar will explore how culturally-informed approaches to gerontology and geriatrics can improve outcomes for Black older adults. Attendees will gain valuable knowledge on how to advance equity and empowerment within aging Black communities.

Speakers:

DeLon Canterbury, PharmD - Founder, GeriatRx

Antonius Skipper, PhD - Assistant Professor, Georgia State University

Tanisha Hill-Jarrett, PhD - Assistant Professor, UCSF

Ethlyn Mcqueen-Gibson, DNP - Professor, Old Dominion University

Sonja Gunter, LPN - Nurse Administrator/CEO, Senior 911.

Resilience and Recognition: Advancing Black Contributions in the Field of Aging is a dynamic webinar that highlights the significant role Black professionals and communities have played in advancing the field of aging. This session will explore the unique challenges Black scholars, practitioners, and elders face, while also celebrating their resilience, innovation, and contributions to gerontology and aging research. Participants will gain insights into the historical and contemporary achievements of Black individuals in aging, the importance of recognizing their work, and strategies for fostering greater inclusivity and equity in the field moving forward.

Speakers:

Tamara Baker, PhD - Professor, University of North Carolina

Aisha Young, MA, ThM, ADC - Founder, African Americans in Gerontology

Vonetta Dotson, PhD - Founder, Cerebro Fit

Christopher Howard, PhD - Founder, C.L. Howard Memory & Rehabilitation Services, LLC