Current Stories in Global Health: Stigma and Discrimination

About this series

Each session will demonstrate case studies of excellent Global Health interventions, bridging the gap between theory and practice. We will showcase the world-class research that we are conducting at BSMS in more than 25 countries globally, and highlight the joys and challenges of working in Global Health.

This series is for people considering a career in Global Health, those already working in Global Health, or anyone interested in learning about the intersectional aspects of health, society and welfare through practical examples of research and interventions.

Part One: Stigma, Discrimination and Health

To kick-start our 'Current Stories in Global Health' series of online talks, join us for three fascinating presentations from experts working on topics related to stigma and discrimination in the UK and Rwanda.

Stigma and discrimination are prevalent in community and healthcare settings and are deeply rooted in inequalities in access to healthcare. They both have a negative impact on health outcomes by undermining identification of health problems, healthcare access, treatment and completion of treatment.

In this free hour-long online session, hear from BSMS Global Health MSc alumna Bella Tomsett, who will discuss the impact of domestic abuse and modern slavery on survivors’ physical and mental health; Dr Diego Garcia Rodriguez (Lecturer, BSMS) who will present findings on research conducted by a BSMS team of researchers on the impact of medicine-taking among people living with HIV in Brighton & Hove resulting from the PEDAL Study; and BSMS PhD researcher Ursin Bayisenge, who will present his research about the lived experience of refugees in a camp where scabies is highly prevalent due to overcrowding.

Find out more and register for the event via the Global Health Eventbrite page. We will send out a Zoom meeting link to all those registered closer to the date of the event.

Register for this online event here >