ASTRO, under the guidance of the HEDI and subcommittees such as the Women in Radiation Oncology (RO) Affinity Group, has made an intentional effort to support and celebrate diversity within our radiation oncology community. These efforts are highlighted below in multiple ASTRO-sponsored sessions. The Women in RO Affinity Group has compiled a list of other events and resources that support women in RO. Mark your calendars and join us!
ASTRO
Association of Residents in Radiation Oncology (ARRO) Annual Seminar – Saturday, September 28 | 11:30 a.m. - 5:15 p.m., Convention Center
Education Session: No Longer “Taboo” An Interactive Workshop for Providers Navigating Compassionate Conversations with Sexual and Gender Minority (SGM) Patients – Sunday, September 29 | 2:30 p.m. - 4:15 p.m., Convention Center
Women of ASTRO Luncheon - Sponsored by AAWR-ASTRO-SWRO-The Curie Society – Monday, September 30| 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m., Convention Center
ASTRO Committee Fair – Monday, September 30 | 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m., Early Career and Mentoring Lounge, Convention Center
SGM Medical Student and Resident Meet-Up – Monday, September 30 | 3:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m., DEI Lounge, Convention Center
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Reception – Monday, September 30 | 4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m., Convention Center
How to Become a FASTRO – Tuesday, October 1 | 12:15 p.m. - 12:45 p.m., Early Career and Mentoring Lounge
Additional Ancillary Events
SWRO Networking Event – Sunday, September 29 | 7:00 p.m., Puttery DC, 800 F Street NW
Strengthening through Perspectives in Washington, DC: Work-Life Balance (An Interactive Panel Discussion) – Hosted by Women in Cancer-AAWR-SWRO-Curie Society-ASTRO – Monday, September 30 | 6:00 p.m., Registration and Location Information Coming Soon - Virtual Option Available
ASTRO has also increased family supports this year to include information about potential babysitting services as well as a limited number of stipends for residents and first year attendings for child care available on a first come first served basis.
