Join CISCRP at the Latina Expo
September 22-23, 2023 | 10AM – 4PM | Chicago IL
Malcolm X College
1900 West Jackson Boulevard Chicago, IL 60612
Breaking Barriers: Empowering Health through Information
Saturday, 9/23 | 10 AM | Room #3
Learn how clinical trials can be a healthcare option, take control of your health,
and be part of the future of medicine. This fireside chat will leave you informed and inspired.
Meet the Panel
Dr. Geraldine Luna, MD, MPH
Medical Director for the COVID-19 Initiative at the Chicago Department of Public Health and Executive Board Director at the Medical Organization for Latino Advancement
Dorelia Rivera
Parent Advocate and Co-Founder of the Autoinflammatory Alliance
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Dr. Aida Luz Maisonet Giachello, Ph.D
Research Professor at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine
Cindy Romero-Estrada
Assistant Manager of Quality for CSL Plasma
Learn about Clinical Research
Visit the CISCRP booth to meet the team, learn about research studies and receive free resources.
Gain insights and information on:
- How clinical trials work
- Importance of diversity
- How to participate
- Informed consent process
About Latina Expo
As Latinas, we have a unique set of cultural values and beliefs that shape our lives. We are often seen as strong, resilient, and independent women who face adversity with an act of courage and tenacity that is unparalleled. But sometimes, even the strongest of us need a little bit of extra motivation and inspiration to reach our full potential.
To inspire, uplift, and empower Latinas, we must first create an environment that is conducive to growth and development. This means providing access to resources, knowledge, and support networks that can help us reach our goals. It also means creating a safe space where we can freely express our thoughts and feelings without fear of judgment. Latina Expo has successfully established an environment that is conducive to growth and development. We use various strategies to inspire, uplift, and empower Latinas from everywhere!
