Feedback from Fellows Forum Attendees

“ This panel discussion was the talk of the evening after one panel member labelled dentistry a white supremacist organization, and another then served as interpreter/translator for this remark. Though I am not sure this was her intent, it did bring forth extremely interesting and open race related discussion. It was my Wow from the entire meeting.”

“I believe the topic was very divisive and not about meeting people where they were. The panelist seemed to be dismissive of other perspectives.”

“A great forum discussion. A brave decision to have this topic be discussed as it is not an easy one and the conversations can be difficult.”

“This was an excellent forum. The speakers were very knowledgeable. The facts presented gave food for thought. Best ever presented in my mind.”

“This was one the best panel discussions on oral healthcare and education ever.”

“I thoroughly enjoyed the forum, the diversity of the panel, and very much hope it will be done again.”

“To be honest, this course was a bit uncomfortable at times. The intent was there, but some of the content missed the mark. I’m ok with saying this due to multiple new-to-be-inducted fellows and previously inducted fellows discussing this over the next few days. Yes, it is a fact that there are more white dentists/dental students than minorities. There is no disputing that. However, comments (by panelists) were extreme, and not so much conducive to positive communication and change. Those are more likely to create silence, resentment, and further division.”