To recognize and extend Dr. Ikwunga Wonodi’s contributions to psychiatry, the Ikwunga Wonodi Social Justice and Health Equity in Psychiatry Award will honor a Resident, Fellow, or Early-Career Psychiatrist who has demonstrated distinction in advocating for human rights and equity in psychiatric care for people with severe mental illness from historically marginalized and underserved communities through teaching, research, clinical work, and/or public health advocacy.  This recognition will encourage residents, fellows, and early-career psychiatrists to participate in education, research, mentorship, and culturally diverse activities within psychiatry and to actively incorporate compassion and service into their careers.  The honor is designed to reflect Dr. Wonodi’s values and contributions to psychiatry and the community. Click here to read more about Dr. Wonodi’s work and Award Guidelines.

Award Guidelines

• Recipients of the Dr. Ikwunga Wonodi Award must be current Maryland Psychiatric Society members who are Residents, Fellows, or Early Career Psychiatrists within seven years of completing their training.
• In addition to clinical, research, and education excellence, nominees should show evidence of advocating for human rights and equity in psychiatric care for people with severe mental illness from historically marginalized and underserved communities and exemplify Dr. Wonodi’s passion for uplifting others.
• It is not required for applicants to identify as ethnic minorities; however, African Americans, Alaska Natives, American Indians, Asian-Americans, Hispanics/Latinos, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders are especially encouraged to apply.

Donations

To donate to the award fund:

• Pay online at https://mdpsych.org/contact-us/
• Send a check to The Maryland Psychiatric Society 1211 Cathedral Street, Baltimore, MD 21201
• Pay via Zelle! Look up the MPS account with this phone number: 410-625-0232

Please designate that the funds be reserved for the Dr. Wonodi Award.  Donations are not tax deductible as a charitable contribution. If you would like your donation to remain anonymous, please make a note during payment.

 

Donors will be recognized at the MPS Annual Meeting and in our MPS Newsletter each year.

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