The Advocacy Committee advocates on behalf of postdocs to address unmet needs in the postdoc community, including those related to inclusion, diversity and their general wellbeing, and identify areas where the YPA can support postdocs to enrich their experience at Yale University.
Learn about Yale, Connecticut, and National resources available for mental health and substance use.
We advocate for equalizing health coverage for postdoctoral fellows and associates.
We successfully negotiated a salary increase for all postdocs in June 2023.
Developing and conducting the Postdoc Experience Survey to identify unmet needs in the postdoc community and enable data driven advocacy.
| YPA Advocacy Evening of Pride: Celebrating Unity and Diversity | 2024 | June |
| Postdoc DOGA: Yoga + Heid | 2024: | June & February |
| 2023 | September & May | |
| Modern Self Defense Classes | 2024 | May |
| Chronic Illness Journey | 2023 | November |
| Mind-full or Mindful? Postdoc Self-care and Self-Advocacy | 2023 | October |
| Navigating Difficult Situations as a Postdoc | 2023 | September & August |
| How to Find a Therapist | 2023 | September & June |
| Supporting Mental Well-Being of Researchers | 2023 | June |
| Ombuds Information Session/Panel Discussion | 2023 | April |
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Advocacy committee co-hosted wellness webinars in celebration of National Postdoc Appreciation Week
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2022 | September |
| Co-hosted a seminar on “Caring for Ourselves in Challenging Times” | 2021 | September |
| Performed a Public Safety Survey. View the report here. | 2021 | May |
| Performed a Mental Health Survey. View the report here. | 2021 | December |
| Accomplishments regarding Yale Health Insurance Negotiation. View the report here. | 2019 | January |
