Digital Health Canada invites you to join this transformative webinar on November 20th, led by Zen Tharani, with expert panelists Gina Uppal and Steph Rebello who have helped digital health leaders incorporate Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) principles in their everyday work and make them foundational to every stage of their projects.
In the face of ongoing debates and the erosion of DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion) as a fundamental aspect of healthcare, this webinar addresses why DEI is critical in digital health and provides actionable steps for embedding DEI principles in everyday practice.
About the Webinar: This session will introduce a dynamic Digital Health Equity Framework, guiding participants through strategies to build inclusive digital health programs, adopt community co-design practices, and achieve health equity outcomes. We will draw inspiration from impactful case studies that show how organizations like Kids Help Phone and Essentia Health have applied DEI practices to improve service accessibility, build community trust, and close the digital divide.
What You’ll Gain:
- Tools for planning, testing, and integrating DEI in digital health workflows.
- Insights from case studies on empowering patients, fostering public trust, and improving digital literacy.
- A framework for ongoing reflection and allyship to sustain DEI efforts.
Whether you are a healthcare professional, project manager, or digital health innovator, this session will equip you with the skills and knowledge to create inclusive, equitable digital solutions that resonate with diverse communities. Join us to learn, reflect, and take actionable steps toward meaningful inclusion!
Presented by:
Zen Tharani
Zen Tharani is a digital health leader and founder of Xenex Consulting Inc. (xenexconsulting.com), specializing in digital transformation and equity in healthcare. Known for his innovative approach, Zen combines decades of expertise in public health, strategy, and digital health with a deep commitment to innovation, diversity, equity, and inclusion. As a former Board Member at Digital Health Canada, he led the inclusion and development of a strategic DEI pillar in the organization's strategic plan. Zen has been invited to speak internationally including at the UN General Assembly's Digital Health Symposium. In addition to his consulting work, Zen uses his leadership and executive coach experience to specifically support executives leading healthcare organizations across Canada and beyond.
Gina Uppal
Gina Uppal is a visionary entrepreneur and founder of Baljiwan Productions Inc., a consultancy and executive coaching studio supporting womxn entrepreneurs and executives. With a decade of experience across healthcare, tech, and non-profits, Gina champions equity, social innovation, and systems change. Gina has worked with MaRS Discovery District, developed cross-sector labor research, and led Canada’s first Diversity & Inclusion report for the tech sector. Gina’s work spans digital transformation and strategic planning, supporting organizations like Meta Canada, Google News Initiative, and the Senate of Canada.
Stephanie Rebello
Stephanie Rebello is a health equity strategist and advocate dedicated to fostering inclusive healthcare systems through community engagement and evidence-based approaches. With a strong foundation in digital health and public policy, Stephanie’s work emphasizes co-design and equity-focused frameworks that center patient and community voices. Stephanie is a recognized speaker and consultant on digital health transformation and is committed to creating accessible, impactful healthcare solutions that serve all communities.
Earn One Continuing Education Unit (CEU) for attending this webinar. Content from the webinar aligns with Core Health Informatics Topics: The Canadian Healthcare System, Information Technology, Analysis and Evaluation
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