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Game Changers Episode 1: Breaking Barriers in Rehabilitation Sciences with Dr. Dina Brooks

39m · MacPFD Spark Podcast · 25 Jan 19:54

Step into the vibrant world of MacPFD Spark Sub-Series: The Game Changers Project! 🚀 In this episode, join Dr. Dina Brooks as she talks about her remarkable career journey to executive director of the School of Rehabilitation Science and Vice-Dean of the Faculty of Health Sciences. She discusses the pivotal role her experiences in her homeland played, having inspirational role models, and embracing her cultural roots to conquer imposter syndrome as a woman of colour in the field of rehabilitation science. New Game Changers episodes launch on a monthly basis - so don't miss out on these narratives that showcase the triumphs and resilience of equity-deserving groups in STEM. 🌟Stay tuned, because the next chapter of empowerment awaits! Featured Guest(s) – Dr. Dina Brooks Interviewer(s) - Dr. Ruth Chen

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