The PES Health Systems & Disparities Committee invites all PES members to participate in an interactive training program focused on allyship and effective advocacy in healthcare. Through a combination of didactic learning and case-based small-group discussions, participants will gain practical tools to recognize and address bias, support colleagues and trainees, and foster a culture of respect and belonging. Using the IQEE framework (Interrupt, Question, Educate, Echo), participants will develop the confidence and skills needed to move beyond awareness and become allies who take meaningful action. This program is open to attendings, fellows, APPs, educators, and trainees, and no prior experience is required. Through real-world cases and small-group discussions, participants will learn how to translate allyship into action using the IQEE framework. Open to all PES members.
Being an Ally that ACTS
Presented by the PES Health Systems & Disparities Committee
The PES Health Systems & Disparities Committee invites all PES members to participate in “Being an Ally that ACTS,” an interactive training program designed to provide practical skills to recognize and respond to bias, prejudice, and microaggressions in clinical, educational, and workplace settings. Using the IQEE framework (Interrupt, Question, Educate, Echo), participants will move beyond awareness and develop the confidence and tools to become allies who take meaningful action; supporting colleagues, trainees, and patients, and fostering a culture of respect and belonging.
Who should attend: Open to ALL PES members: attendings, fellows, APPs, educators, and trainees. No prior experience or preparation is required.
Program Structure & Time Commitment
The program consists of three sessions, designed to build on one another:
• Facilitator Training Webinar (for facilitator volunteers) Wednesday, September 23, 2026, 9:30–11:30 AM ET 2 hours This session will be recorded
• Session 1 – Didactic: “Being an Ally that ACTS” Monday, September 28, 2026, 1:00–3:00 PM ET 2 hours This session will be recorded
• Session 2 – Case Practicum Workshop Tuesday, October 13, 2026, 5–7 PM ET 2 hours This session will not be recorded
What to expect at each session:
• Didactic (Session 1): An engaging overview of allyship concepts, the evidence for why they matter, and an introduction to the IQEE framework. If you cannot attend live, a recording will be available — but we encourage live attendance for the full experience.
• Case Practicum (Session 2): Small-group, facilitated discussions of real-world case scenarios, opening with a brief IQEE skills refresher. This session will not be recorded intentionally so participants can share personal experiences and engage openly and candidly. Live attendance is required.
• Sessions are sequenced deliberately: the didactic prepares you for the case practicum, so plan to attend (or view) them in order.
Call for Facilitators
We are recruiting approximately 10 volunteer facilitators to lead small-group discussions during the Case Practicum. Facilitators attend all three sessions, including the dedicated Facilitator Training on September 23 led by Dr. Rickquel Tripp (UPMC). This is a rewarding, low-lift opportunity to build skills you can bring back to your own institution, previously trained facilitators are welcome to return, and new volunteers are enthusiastically encouraged.
Total time commitment: 4 hours for general participants (2 hours may be viewed as a recording); 6 hours for facilitators.
Registration details will follow from PES. Mark your calendars — we look forward to seeing you there!