Ep. 48 - Cultivating Safe Spaces in Speech Pathology with Black SLP Magic w/ Chelsie Esek, MS CCC-SLP, FCCS

In this episode, I interview Chelsie Esek, CCC-SLP, FCCS! Join us as we delve into the adversities surrounding the world of Medical Speech-Language Pathology. Discover safe spaces such as the #BlackSLPMagic Conference which aids in bridging the gap between social media advocacy and racism, health disparities, and much more.  Pediatric Speech Sister is an ambassador for the 3rd Annual Black SLP Magic Conference in Boston! You can get 15% off with code SPEECHSISTER at check out by visiting www.blackslpmagic.com!  This episode was previously recorded on the Pediatric Speech Sister Show Network on Youtube LIVE. You can check out the visual episode HERE: https://youtu.be/T4CjASjxlX8  ABOUT CHELSIE  Chelsie Esek graduated Magna Cum Laude from Howard University with her Master’s of Science in Communication Sciences and Disorders. She is a board-certified Speech-Language Pathologist primarily working in Acute care settings. She adapted the love and ambition to become a medical SLP and strives to address the needs of her community. Chelsie is the founder of #BlackSLPMagic Conference is to connect with the needs of Black professionals, students and individuals with communication disorders and differences. #BlackSLPMagic Conference continues to bridge the gap between social media advocacy and the continuous fight in standing against racism, discrimination, intolerance, health disparities, and under-representation that continue to plague black and brown communities and our profession. This all-day conference will enclose a variety of panel discussions with renowned individuals from the field of Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology. In addition to educational workshops, discussion sessions, and data gathering, our conference agenda will allow participants to network and vibe! This Event offers Continuing Education Credits(CEUs), Professional Development Hours(PDHs), Vendor booths, Food, Drinks, Photobooth, Complimentary Gifts, Music, Networking, Vibes, Dance party --a new safe haven for “us” all-inclusive with a ticket purchase Vibe, enjoy, network, learn and feel safe, seen, and supported. Chelsie graduated Magna Cum Laude from the University of North Texas where she double-majored and received her Bachelor of Fine Arts in Dance and Bachelor of Arts in Speech-Language Pathology. Follow Chelsie on Instagram: instagram.com/esekhealth  Visit Black SLP Magic Website: blackslpmagic.com  Black SLP Magic Instagram: instagram.com/blackslpmagic  This podcast is sponsored by the Pediatric Speech Sister Network© on YouTube Live. You can checkout the latest live replays here: http://youtube.com/@PediatricSpeechSisterNetwork  _________________________________________________ MORE FROM PEDIATRIC SPEECH SISTER Follow me on Instagram! http://instagram.com/pediatricspeechsister  Get your “5 Ways to Support BIPOC Children in Clinical and Education Settings” FREE Poster Here: http://tinyurl.com/supportBIPOCkids "Introduction to Cultural Competemility in Speech Pathology" eBook Pre-Sell: https://tinyurl.com/culturalcompetemility GET HERE: CULTURAL RESPONSIVENESS GLOSSARY: Start challenging your implicit biases with the “Empowering Inclusivity: Culturally Responsive Glossary with Implicit Bias Self-Reflection, 2LGBTQIA+, BIPOC, and Disability Terms Get 10% OFF USING CODE PSS10 TODAY! _________________________________________________ FOR ASPIRING SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGISTS Are you an SLP2Be? Checkout Praxis Speech Sister on Instagram:http://instagram.com/praxisspeechsister  Listen to the Praxis Speech Sister Podcast: tiny.url/praxisspeechsistermedia!  Melanie Y. Evans - SLP L.L.C. is now accepting volunteer Influencer Interns for Spring 2024! Find out more at tinyurl.com/pssinternapp.  Preparing for the SLP Praxis Exam? Get your FREE Praxis Prep Guide Here: https://mailchi.mp/378fe4c47030/studyprep --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/pediatricspeechsister/support