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Resilience is in our DNA
The 15 White Coats represents a group of medical students determined to reinforce positive imagery in schools around the world by continuing a legacy of resilience. Our mission is to enrich accessible cultural storytelling, inspiration, and mentorship to the youth of tomorrow. We intend to do this by reimagining the imagery our children see, such that what they see reflects who they are and who they can become.
MEDIA CENTER
Our media database includes the latest news footage and archives of past The 15 White Coats articles. Here you will find the collection of publications and reports dating from the organization’s creation in 2019, all the way up to the present day. Check out some of our featured articles below and learn more about our efforts.
PEOPLE MAGAZINE CAPTURING OUR IMPACT
December 17, 2019
"We literally are what no one thought we could ever be," said Dr. Russell Ledet, the mastermind behind the image.
BROOKE BALDWIN INTERVIEWS TWO OF THE 15 WHITE COATS
December 20, 2019
A picture is worth a thousand words and a group of black medical students at Tulane University are hoping their pictures speak volumes about how far they've come.
NADINE WHITE OF HUFFPOST UK INTERVIEWS THE 15 WHITE COATS
December 23, 2019
The group of academics wanted to send a message to young, Black people to pursue their dreams.
LAPRESSE CANADA TAKES NOTICE OF THE MOVEMENT
December 20, 2019
Au début du mois, un groupe de 15 étudiants afro-américains en médecine de l’Université Tulane ont fait le voyage jusqu’à la plantation Whitney, en Louisiane, pour une séance photo devant les cabanes des esclaves.
NBC NEWS PROVIDES CONTEXT FOR A NEED OF MORE PHYSICIANS OF COLOR
December 20, 2019
A picture is worth a thousand words and a group of black medical students at Tulane University are hoping their pictures speak volumes about how far they've come.