November 15-19, 2021, Virtual Event
The 12th annual Howard University International Conference on Stigma was held as a virtual 5-day event again this year. The event included research plenary sessions, panels, and workshops, a town hall, entertainment, artwork, and a lively international session. The conference had more than 700 registrants. Participants logged in from at least 32 countries and territories!
From our 2021 attendees:
” This conference was amazing as always! I loved the addition of the Hip-Hop session and hope to have more sessions on the influence of pop culture/media related topics on stigma. Would also love more sessions on mental health.”
“I thoroughly enjoyed the speakers and the content provided during this event. It gives on time for a pause to reflect on the care that is being provided”
“I love the diversity of conference! Thank you.”
“I hope that I can make a difference after being touched by so many this week. Amazing!”
“I learned a lot about Stigma and understand how far reaching it can be. There’s a lot of work that needs to be done to rectify these issues. Please count on me to help give the voices a place to be heard.”
“The conference was exceptional. I am looking forward to the future conferences. I will recommend this conference to my colleagues.”
“This was a life changing Event for me! I met so many beautiful, smart and loving people“
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