Physician leaders have both clinical expertise and leadership experience, bringing a unique perspective to their organizations. Patients and colleagues alike benefit from having physicians head these hospitals, health systems, medical groups and ASCs.
Eventually, organizers hope the day will be celebrated worldwide. The Anti-Racism Coalition of Vancouver is calling for Jan. 15 to officially be declared Black Shirt Day to raise awareness about the fight for equality by Black Canadians. (Image credit: Anti-Racism Coalition of Vancouver) The province responds In a statement issued Friday, B.C.’s Ministry of Education said it supports the teaching of Black history topics and understands that there is “more work to be done.” “We will continue to listen and work collaboratively to ensure we can effectively strengthen the curriculum, further support diversity and add to the global effort to end systemic racism,” the statement reads.