Uniting Against Antisemitism: The Critical Role of Jewish ERGs in Healthcare

In the wake of the unprecedented rise in antisemitism since October 7th, it's more important than ever for Jewish professionals to stand together. Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) are employee-led initiatives that foster supportive communities, advocate for underrepresented staff, and promote diversity and inclusion within the workplace. Forming Jewish ERGs in our institutions is a powerful way to unite against hate and discrimination.

Join us to learn from two visionary leaders who have established one of the most impactful Jewish ERGs in the nation. They'll share why creating a Jewish ERG is essential, how it has transformed their workplace, and why each of us—healthcare provider or not—should take action to establish a Jewish ERG. Most importantly, they'll provide practical steps on how to make this happen.

Key Discussion Points:

• Inspiration and Insight: Learn how forming a Jewish ERG can transform your workplace and provide much-needed support.

• Practical Guidance: Get step-by-step advice on how to establish a Jewish ERG in your own institution.

• Empowerment: Discover the power of unity and how collective action can combat antisemitism effectively.

• Community Building: Understand the importance of creating spaces for advocacy, education, and mutual support.

This webinar is highly relevant to all healthcare providers and Jewish professionals from other sectors seeking effective ways to organize and stand against antisemitism in their workplaces. Let's come together, learn from experts who have successfully built thriving communities, and take collective action to make a difference.

About Our Speakers

Dr. Poznansky is an expert physician-scientist and medical innovator who has combined these expertise together to found and direct the Vaccine and Immunotherapy Center (VIC) at Massachusetts General Hospital. He is also a Professor of Medicine at Harvard Medical School and Attending Physician in General and Transplant Infectious Diseases Medicine at Massachusetts General Hospital.

Dr. Elyse R. Park is an Associate Professor of Psychiatry at Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH)/Harvard Medical School and a Senior Scientist in the Mongan Institute Health Policy Center. She is Associate Director of the MGH Cancer Center Survivorship Program, Director of Behavioral Sciences Research in the MGH Tobacco Research & Treatment Center, and Director of Behavioral Health Research in the MGH Benson-Henry Institute for Mind Body Medicine. Her research focuses on development and integration of motivational and behavioral intervention treatments, particularly for chronic stress and smoking cessation, into cancer and survivorship care. Her clinical expertise is short-term interventions for patients transitioning to survivorship care.

Dr. Yael Halaas is a double board-certified surgeon and the Founder and President of the American Jewish Medical Association (AJMA).