Speaker: Wayne Gersie

Forum: Blue Zones

In 2004, Dan Buettner teamed with National Geographic, the National Institute on Aging, and the world’s best longevity researchers to identify pockets around the world where people lived measurably better, longer lives. These five areas are dubbed “blue zones,”.  Wayne Gersie, Forum Committee member, will share information on this research and the lifestyle characteristics folks … Continue reading Forum: Blue Zones

Dialogue Across Difference

Effective dialogue across difference skills are a key tool in influencing inequity.  When these skills are developed, one can become comfortable and competent in disrupting problematic behaviors related to racism, biases, and social  issues in a culturally responsive manner.  Ultimately, the ability to have tough conversations is essential to progressing towards our aspirational goals for social … Continue reading Dialogue Across Difference