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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Calibri Light",sans-serif;mso-ligatures:none">This is a friendly reminder I'm reaching out on behalf of UC Riverside’s School of Medicine PRIME (Programs in Medical Education) initiative.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Calibri Light",sans-serif;mso-ligatures:none">PRIME is a specialized medical education track that equips future physician leaders to serve underserved communities with compassion and cultural competence.
At UCR, our PRIME program is specifically focused on mentorship, sponsorship, and support for students committed to advancing health equity within African, Black, and Caribbean (ABC) communities. To learn more, you can read about the program here:
</span><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Segoe UI Emoji",sans-serif;mso-ligatures:none">👉</span><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Calibri Light",sans-serif;mso-ligatures:none">
</span><a href="https://somnews.ucr.edu/articles/2022/03/24/prime-program-train-doctors-versed-needs-abc-community" target="_new"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Calibri Light",sans-serif;mso-ligatures:none">PRIME Program at UCR SOM</span></a><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Calibri Light",sans-serif;mso-ligatures:none"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Calibri Light",sans-serif;mso-ligatures:none">This summer, we are hosting a four-week
<b>Virtual Healthcare Advocacy Session</b> starting in July. These <b>90-minute sessions</b> will be led by our PRIME students and are designed to empower participants with the confidence and tools to navigate their healthcare experiences and build stronger
relationships with healthcare providers.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Calibri Light",sans-serif;mso-ligatures:none">Through interactive group discussions and a guided workbook, participants will engage in reflection, goal setting, and action planning—strengthening
their ability to advocate for themselves and their communities.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Calibri Light",sans-serif">We would be honored to have you join us!
<span style="background:yellow;mso-highlight:yellow">Simply reply directly to me and let me know which cohort works best for you – do-not reply all.</span><o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Calibri Light",sans-serif">Feel free to share this opportunity with others—community members are welcome, and
<b><span style="background:yellow;mso-highlight:yellow">participants will receive compensation</span></b> for their time.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Calibri Light",sans-serif">If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to reach out via email, or call. I’m happy to provide more details.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family:"Calibri Light",sans-serif;color:#1F4E79">Thank you,
</span><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri Light",sans-serif;color:#1F4E79"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-family:"Calibri Light",sans-serif;color:#1F4E79"><o:p> </o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-family:"Calibri Light",sans-serif;color:#1F4E79">Shaleta Sultan-Smith
</span></b><b><span style="font-family:"Calibri Light",sans-serif;color:#1F497D">|</span></b><b><span style="font-family:"Calibri Light",sans-serif;color:#1F4E79"> Executive Administrative Specialist
<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><i><span style="font-family:"Calibri Light",sans-serif;color:#1F4E79">“Be the reason someone feels welcomed, seen, heard, valued, and supported”</span></i></b><i><span style="font-family:"Calibri Light",sans-serif;color:#1F497D"><o:p></o:p></span></i></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family:"Calibri Light",sans-serif;color:#2F5496">UC Riverside School of Medicine
</span><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri Light",sans-serif;color:#2F5496"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family:"Calibri Light",sans-serif;color:#2F5496">Center for Healthy Communities (CHC)<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri Light",sans-serif;color:#2F5496"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family:"Calibri Light",sans-serif;color:#2F5496">Office: (951) 827-0132<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><a href="mailto:Shaleta.Smith@medsch.ucr.edu"><span style="font-family:"Calibri Light",sans-serif;color:#2F5597">Shaleta.Smith@medsch.ucr.edu</span></a><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:"Calibri Light",sans-serif;color:#2F5597"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family:"Calibri Light",sans-serif;color:#2F5496">8:00am-5:00pm PST<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-family:"Calibri Light",sans-serif;color:#2F5496">Mon., Tues. & Fri. Remote/Wed-Thurs. Onsite
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