Dr. Liao selected for the Diversity Institute for Emerging Leaders by the Society of Behavioral Medicine (SBM)

Dr. Liao Yue was recently selected for the Diversity Institute for Emerging Leaders by the Society of Behavioral Medicine (SBM).

The purpose of the SBM Diversity Institute for Emerging Leaders is to help early-career scientists and clinicians develop into effective, thoughtful leaders by fostering leadership skills and a deep understanding of the principles of diversity and inclusion. At the conclusion of the year-long institute, participants will be able to identify their leadership strengths and areas for improvement; recognize their “blind spots” related to diversity and inclusion; respond to challenges related to diversity and inclusion, and use their leadership skills to implement and/or advocate for inclusive practices or policies within their sphere of influence.

Dr. Liao currently serves as the co-chair of SBM’s Theories and Techniques of Behavior Change Interventions Special Interest Group. She is also a member of the People, Partnership, and Leadership workgroup for the College of Nursing and Health Innovation’s Strategic Planning Committees. “I am very excited about this unique opportunity to learn about leadership and diversity from mentors and peers who are passionate about health equity in behavioral medicine. I am looking forward to applying the skills and principles I will learn from this experience to help our college foster a diverse and inclusive
environment for our students, faculty, and staff, as well as the communities we serve,” said Dr. Liao.

SBM is an international professional organization that brings together multiple independent disciplines – from nursing, psychology, and medicine to public health – to provide new perspectives and progress on human behavior, health, and illness. The many disciplines it represents are part of an exclusive interactive network for education and collaboration on common research – as well as having access to dialogue and exchange on the latest clinical and public policy concerns regarding prevention, diagnosis and treatment, rehabilitation, and health promotion.