This course offers a deep dive into the complex relationships between stigma, identities, and infectious diseases, exploring how language, and societal attitudes have shifted through time. You’ll learn to recognize the impact of stigma not only on public health but also on individual practices, as people may avoid disclosure when they don?t feel accepted. Through an applied lens, this course will help you identify biases, challenge harmful messaging, and improve public health campaigns by fostering inclusivity.

After completing the training, you will be able to:
– Understand how stigma affects health behaviors and outcomes.
– Identify and address implicit biases in public health practices.
– Explore inclusive language for effective health messaging
– Develop strategies to foster inclusivity and reduce stigma.