The Psychology of Racism, Identity, Diversity, and Equity (PRIDE) Lab
For Our Community Members
Curious about psychological science? Read below for some quick resources on current events, what we do as researchers, and our commitment towards accessible research
For the last week of Black History Month, the PRIDE lab is highlighting performances, community gatherings, and other events going on in the Miami-Dade area. These events are a great way to connect with intricate stories of Black History, explore and learn more about Miami's history, and hear from performers and creators across the country.
To find more information visit: https://www.miamiandbeaches.com/events/black-history-month-events
1. Historic Lunch & Learn at Virginia Key Beach Park
WHEN: Feb 21, 2025, from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM
WHERE: 4020 Virginia Beach Drive, Miami, FL 33149
WHAT: In partnership with the Black Police Precinct and Courthouse Museum, a learn and lunch event to explore stories of the first Black precinct and courthouse.
2. Black Miami Run Tour
WHEN: Feb 22, 2025, from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM
WHERE: 4240 NW 27th Ave, Miami, FL 33142
WHAT: A guided run tour with tour groups from walkers to experienced runners through Brownsville on a 3-mile historic route. After the run, participants can join for a cool-down with music, snacks, and refreshments.
3. The Danny Mixon Trio Jazz Night
WHEN: Feb 23, 2025, starting 5:00 PM
WHERE: Between 14th Street and 14th Place Miami Beach, FL 33139
WHAT: Evening of live jazz at Lummus Park as part of Ocean Drive Association’s free weekly concert series. Danny Mixon is a Harlem-born pianist with decades of musical expertise and impressive jazz collaborations.
4. Noche de Arte
WHEN: Feb 24, 2025, from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
WHERE: 100 Chopin Plaza Miami, FL 33131
WHAT: Monthly themed art exhibit. Using Vanta Black, a paint that absorbs minimal light, explores themes of royalty and resistance simultaneously challenging narratives.
5. Miami Black History Film Festival
WHEN: Feb 26, 2025, from 5:00 PM to 11:00 PM
WHERE: 6304 NW 14th Ave., Miami, FL 33147
WHAT: Showcasing select works from the DC and Atlanta Black History Film Festival’s 2025 program. Participants can expect 10 compelling short films with a reception and live performances.
6. Portraits of the Blues
WHEN: Feb 27, 2025, from 12:40 PM to 1:55 PM
WHERE: 3800 NW 115th Ave., Doral, FL 33178
WHAT: Through engaging stories and live performances, celebrate the legacy of blues music and its cultural significance at Miami-Dade College West Campus
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Psychological science is the scientific study of the mind, brain, and behavior. Researchers and practitioners (like us!) hope to better understand how people think, feel, and act, in addition to how these processes both influence and are influenced by biological, psychological, and social factors. The field is made up of various sub-disciplines, including cognitive psychology, developmental psychology, social psychology, clinical psychology, and neuroscience, each focusing on different aspects of human experience and behavior. Here at the PRIDE Lab, we most often rely on social and clinical approaches.
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Psychological researchers conduct empirical studies, using methods such as experiments, observations, and surveys to gather data, test hypotheses, and develop theories. This research can inform business, medical, government, and legal professions on healthy working and social environments as a means to support human life and development.
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