The IDEALS office serves as a partner and provides comprehensive support & guidance for basic science faculty in the School of Medicine to enhance diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in the training environment on the scale ranging from individual students to departmental-wide efforts.
Please reach out should you be interested in discussing the topics listed below or related interests:
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Identifying & participating in local, regional or national recruitment opportunities
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Developing a DEI statement for research group or department
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Suggesting or presenting DEI content during departmental retreats
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Consulting on DEI text for Grant Proposals & Diversity Supplements
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Providing guidance on supporting individual trainees
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Mediating conversations with individual trainee or lab
Mental Health and Wellness
Personal Assistance Service (PAS) is the faculty/employee assistance program of Duke University and Health System. The staff of licensed professionals offers assessment, short-term counseling, and referrals to help resolve a range of personal, work, and family problems. PAS services are available at no charge to benefit-eligible Duke faculty, staff, and their family members.
Phone: 919-416-1727
Ombudsperson
Duke ombudspeople offer neutral and confidential guidance on a variety of issues for all students and faculty at Duke.
University Faculty
Thomas Mezloff, PhD
Phone: 919-613-7055
Email: metzloff@law.duke.edu
School of Medicine Faculty
Laura Svetkey, MD MHS
Phone: 919-681-7788
Email: laura.svetkey@duke.edu
Open DEI training opportunities
For additional resources and area of support please visit the School of Medicine Office of Faculty Advancement & Duke Faculty Advancement pages