Dr. Felicia Mebane sits down with Dr. Mekbib Gemeda, Vice President of Diversity and Inclusion at Eastern Virginia Medical School. Dr. Gemeda shares details about his background in culture in communication, education and health equity. The importance of culture and narratives is discussed along with the things that EVMS is doing to assure diversity in the workforce. They invite listeners to the 2023 Health Equity event with celebrity chef, Carla Hall and share details about the partnership between EVMS and Norfolk State University that focuses on research and training that address health equity.