Dr. Michelle C. Chatman, a scholar-activist and expert in culturally relevant well-being practices, recently contributed her expertise to the Yale University Equity in Student Well-Being Study. As a DEI research consultant, Dr. Chatman played a critical role in developing culturally sensitive instruments designed to better understand the mental well-being needs of Yale’s BIPOC, first-generation, and gender-diverse students.
Leveraging her deep knowledge of diverse contemplative practices and justice-oriented approaches to student well-being, Dr. Chatman’s work was instrumental in ensuring the study’s methodology was inclusive and reflective of the unique challenges faced by underrepresented student populations. Her background as a qualitative researcher specializing in the intersections of justice, well-being, and the Black community enriched the study’s approach, fostering insights that will guide future efforts to create equitable and supportive campus environments.
This groundbreaking study, spearheaded by Yale University, underscores the importance of centering equity in student mental health research. Dr. Chatman’s contributions highlight the need to embrace cultural sensitivity and inclusivity in addressing mental well-being, advancing a vision of higher education that supports all students in thriving.
To learn more about the Equity in Student Well-Being Study and the team behind it, visit equityinwellbeing.org.
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