@GOLDENDNA2

GOLDEN seeks to inform Black students about the career of genetic counseling and engage and support prospective Black genetic counselors

 Washington, DC
Joined March 2021
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Welcome to Genetics Opportunity Learning Development & Empowerment Network (GOLDEN)! GOLDEN is an initiative committed to cultivating interest in genetic counseling among prospective African-American/Black students. Interested? Sign up here: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F…

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The Genetics Opportunities, Learning, Development and Empowerment Network (GOLDEN) is a genetic counseling (GC) awareness and mentoring initiative primarily geared toward Black undergraduates and...

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It’s Match Day. Congrats to all our GOLDEN Mentees! We’re so proud of you!
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Meet @AarinCGC, one of NSGC’s Directors-at-Large! We asked Aarin, “What is the most energizing part of the new NSGC strategic plan?” Watch to hear her perspective on how this plan is shaping the future of genetic counseling.
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It’s “What We Do Wednesday”! #blackgeneticcounselors #blackingenetics #blackhistorymonth
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You are enough. #BlackHistoryMonth #blackgeneticcounselors #blackingenetics instagram.com/p/DGeroPKyI4e/…

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Not every genetic counselors’ day to day is the same. On this "What we do Wednesday" we share a glimpse at what a day as a preconception GC might look like. If you’re interested in learning more about genetic counseling, check out our previous posts and links in our bio!
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It's "What We Do Wednesday"! Apart of being a GC is giving patients the tools they need to make informed decisions and become their own advocates. Providing meaningful resources and quick access to community/support is one way we do that! #blackgeneticounselors
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Just found out about genetic counseling and want to learn more? Check out our two part Youtube panel discussing the field with Black GCs in different positions and stages in their careers! #blackgeneticcounselors #blackhistorymonth
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Is Genetic Counseling for me? GOLDEN GC Panel, Part 1

Not sure if a career in genetic counseling is for you? This is part...

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Genetic counselors shine again! Ranked #30 Best Overall Job and #11 Best Healthcare Job by @usnews, the profession is recognized for its vital role in health care. Learn more: money.usnews.com/careers/bes… #GeneChat
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Curious about genetic counseling? Sometimes exploring a career starts with knowing your options. A degree in genetic counseling can open a world of possibilities. Our "Being a Genetic Counselor" series features 6 amazing GCs who discuss their roles & passions.
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Special thanks to our GC community @AarinCGC @austin_e_bland @altovisee @goodgenesgc , Ashley Navarro, MS, CGC, and Meron Azage, MS CGC!
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After the year that was January, we are ready to celebrate our community and our achievements in genetics! Get ready for a fantastic February! #blackgeneticcounselors #blackingenetics #blackhistorymonth
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During Black History Month, we celebrate the vital contributions of Black genetic counselors and honor initiatives like the @GOLDENDNA2. Through mentorship and community-building, efforts like these are paving the way for a more inclusive future in healthcare.
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Celebrating GOLDEN Genetics' work to increase Black representation in #GeneticCounseling! Through mentorship, outreach, and community, GOLDEN supports 180+ mentees on their path to becoming GCs. Proud to support this mission for a more inclusive field! perspectives.nsgc.org/Articl…
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Psssst. 👇🏽Our cofounders @gracefulDNA and @Barb_DNA_GC wrote an article in Perspectives. Go check it out! #blackingenetics #blackgeneticcounselors perspectives.nsgc.org/Articl…

A GOLDEN Initiative: Increasing the Number of Black Genetic Counselors

The article below reflects the personal opinions of the author(s) and does not reflect the views or opinions of the Perspectives editors or committee, or the National Society of Genetic Counselors...

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It's Genetic Counselor Awareness Day! Visit @GeneticCouns for more info. If you're Black and interested in genetic counseling as a career, join @gracefulDNA, @nerdyblack_gc, @TatiLove___GC and I at @GOLDENDNA2 !
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There’s still time to apply- applications are due June 7th, so don’t miss out!
BlackInGenetics@BlackInGenetics18 Mar 2024
We’re excited to announce that we are now accepting applications for the second year of the Black In Genetics Fellowship Program! Be sure to visit blackingenetics.com/big-fell… for more details.
This is an infographic announcing the Black In Genetics call for applications to the 2024 Student Development Fellowship program. The background is shades of brown and words at the top of this image read “Call for applications”. Below those words is an image of a computer screen with the webpage for the fellowship program open. The webpage has a brown banner that reads “Student Development Fellowship Program” and “#blackingenetics”. Below the banner is text that reads, “2024 Program Timeline March 18, 2024 Call for application opens, June 7 2024 Applications are due.” On the bottom right corner of the webpage is a white button that reads “apply now”.

ALT This is an infographic announcing the Black In Genetics call for applications to the 2024 Student Development Fellowship program. The background is shades of brown and words at the top of this image read “Call for applications”. Below those words is an image of a computer screen with the webpage for the fellowship program open. The webpage has a brown banner that reads “Student Development Fellowship Program” and “#blackingenetics”. Below the banner is text that reads, “2024 Program Timeline March 18, 2024 Call for application opens, June 7 2024 Applications are due.” On the bottom right corner of the webpage is a white button that reads “apply now”.

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Enjoyed being interviewed for the @GeneticsSociety Genetically Speaking podcast! They've released Part I if you want to listen in on ASHG Learning Center, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify. learning.ashg.org/products/g… podcasts.apple.com/us/podcas… open.spotify.com/episode/4Jz…
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We're hosting a virtual social for our BIG Fam this Thursday at 5:30p ET / 2:30p PT. We encourage you to bring along a crafting project, if you have one. If you don't, we'd still love to hang out so please join us! eventbrite.com/e/big-april-s…
This is an infographic announcing the Black In Genetics Virtual Social taking place Thursday, April 25, 2024 at 5:30pm Eastern Time. This image is green in the background with blue and white circles. Inside the large blue circle at the center of the graphic is text that reads, "We're hosting a virtual arts and crafts social" and below this text is an arrow that points to text in the lower right corner that reads, "Thursday, April 25, 2024 5:30PM ET 2:30PM PT". There are 3 balls of yarn in the lower left corner and a pallet of paint in the top right corner.

ALT This is an infographic announcing the Black In Genetics Virtual Social taking place Thursday, April 25, 2024 at 5:30pm Eastern Time. This image is green in the background with blue and white circles. Inside the large blue circle at the center of the graphic is text that reads, "We're hosting a virtual arts and crafts social" and below this text is an arrow that points to text in the lower right corner that reads, "Thursday, April 25, 2024 5:30PM ET 2:30PM PT". There are 3 balls of yarn in the lower left corner and a pallet of paint in the top right corner.

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HAPPY MATCH DAY EVERYONE! We are so incredibly proud of all our mentees no matter the results. We support you! If you have good news you want us to share let us know via email or social media!
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