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Cultural Responsiveness in Research and Mentorship Within Behavior Analysis |
Saturday, May 27, 2023 |
12:00 PM–12:50 PM |
Convention Center Four Seasons Ballroom 1 |
Area: SCI; Domain: Service Delivery |
Chair: Sarah A. Lechago (University of Houston-Clear Lake) |
CE Instructor: Sarah A. Lechago, Ph.D. |
Presenting Author: CORINA JIMENEZ-GOMEZ (University of Florida) |
Abstract: Although scientific endeavors strive to be objective, they are the work of individuals whose unique perspectives and experiences impact their research and interpretations of the world and data. Institutionalized discrimination – based on race, gender, national origin, disability, and socioeconomic position, among others – persists in academic and scientific institutions. Further, such discrimination has created barriers for individuals from minoritized groups to participate in building and adding their perspectives to our science. For the field of behavior analysis to truly “diversify,” we must actively engage in behaviors that foster inclusive and safe learning environments for students, engage in collaborative work, and incorporate culturally responsive research and mentorship practices. This talk will review where we are as a field, showcase exemplars of culturally responsive practices, and propose steps for moving forward. |
Instruction Level: Basic |
Target Audience: Students, Researchers, BCBAs |
Learning Objectives: At the conclusion of the presentation, participants will be able to: (1) identify how research practices impact the scope and products of our science; (2) Identify how individuals in leadership positions shape the field; (3) Identify the current state of diversity in research and training in the field of behavior analysis; (4) Identify areas for growth and approaches to improve research and mentorship practices |
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CORINA JIMENEZ-GOMEZ (University of Florida) |
Dr. Corina Jimenez-Gomez (she/her/ella) is an Assistant Professor in the Behavior Analysis program at the University of Florida. She earned a Licensure in Psychology at the Universidad Católica Andrés Bello in Caracas, Venezuela, and a doctoral degree in Psychology with an emphasis in Behavior Analysis from Utah State University. She completed post-doctoral training at the University of Michigan and was a Research Fellow at The University of Auckland, New Zealand. She has held faculty positions at the Florida Institute of Technology and Auburn University. In addition, she served as clinical supervisor at The Scott Center for Autism Treatment at Florida Tech and was the Director of the Center for Autism Research, Treatment, and Training (CARTT) at Auburn University. Dr. Jimenez-Gomez is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst at the doctoral level, whose professional interests include translational and applied behavioral research in the areas of choice and reinforcement processes, the use of technology in ABA settings, caregiver and staff coaching, and cultural responsiveness in Behavior Analysis. Dr. Jimenez-Gomez has served as a reviewer for various scientific journals and is currently on the editorial board of the Perspectives on Behavior Science and the Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis, and is Associate Editor for Behavior Analysis in Practice. She is also the mom of two amazing humans and an elderly Labrador, and is married to a fellow behavioral scientist. |
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