Free film screening at our Consortium partner, the Zuckerman Institute:

From Sharecropper's daughter to the first African American Surgeon General of the United States, Healer is a documentary about the life of Dr. Joycelyn Elders. Join us for a powerful 50-minute documentary that chronicles her courage and advocacy. Dr. Elders was outspoken on the HIV/AIDS crisis and promoted honest conversations around teen safe sex practices. Her groundbreaking, but controversial, views led to her resignation, yet history has vindicated her bold stance.

The film also explores the vital role of representation in inspiring future leaders, resonating with Dr. Elders' famous words, "You can't be what you can't see."

Following the screening, join an insightful panel discussion with:

Dr. Joycelyn Elders (via Zoom)

Dr. Candace Bellamy, Director of Healer (via Zoom)

Dr. Janhavi Mallaiah, Director of Programs, Columbia Center for Community Health

Dr. Robert Fullilove, Associate Dean for Community and Minority Affairs, Columbia University

Moderator: Ikenna Nebo, 2nd-year Columbia University Medical Student