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Such a strong essay. I noticed in my earliest RD student days the backseat and deferential position dietitians and nutrition counseling take in the healthcare world. You've connected so many of the dots. Thank you!

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Thank you, Jocelyn!

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Hi from Australia! There are a small but growing number of dietitians in Australia talking about race and racism in dietetics - Peoples of Colour, Indigenous Peoples and allies.

I'd like to share this paper with you that I was part of writing, which aligns with your commentary about 'Wives' - yes, we're a profession dominated by white, middle class women who could access science education and work outside of domestic service; and the same is true in Australia!

Exploring the relevance of intersectionality in Australian dietetics: Issues of diversity and representation

https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10.1111/1467-9566.13471

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Thank you, Robyn! I'm looking forward to reading it. Thanks for subscribing!

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