Dental shows are a cornerstone of professional development ,offering education, innovation, networking, and inspiration. But for many dentists, particularly those with young families or caregiving responsibilities, attending these events is simply not feasible.
We believe it's time to change that.
This petition calls on dental show organizers, sponsors, and industry leaders to recognize the evolving needs of today’s dental professionals by providing family-friendly facilities at major dental conferences.
This could include on-site crèche services,
quiet spaces for nursing,
and meaningful activities for non-dental spouses and children.
By making these events more inclusive, we can:
Support work-life balance for dentists and dental team members
Enable more women and parents in dentistry to attend
Increase overall attendance and engagement at shows
Create a more welcoming, community-centered profession
If you’re a dental professional who has skipped events or had to make difficult choices between career and family, this petition is for you.
Sign to show your support for a more inclusive, modern, and family-friendly future for dental events.
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its impossible to keep up with CE when you have little ones at home. hotels are expensive and finding childcare in a new city is a nightmare. hope this happens soon.
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Dental shows are a cornerstone of professional development ,offering education, innovation, networking, and inspiration. But for many dentists, particularly those with young families or caregiving responsibilities, attending these events is simply not feasible.
We believe it's time to change that.
This petition calls on dental show organizers, sponsors, and industry leaders to recognize the evolving needs of today’s dental professionals by providing family-friendly facilities at major dental conferences.
This could include on-site crèche services,
quiet spaces for nursing,
and meaningful activities for non-dental spouses and children.
By making these events more inclusive, we can:
Support work-life balance for dentists and dental team members
Enable more women and parents in dentistry to attend
Increase overall attendance and engagement at shows
Create a more welcoming, community-centered profession
If you’re a dental professional who has skipped events or had to make difficult choices between career and family, this petition is for you.
Sign to show your support for a more inclusive, modern, and family-friendly future for dental events.
2 Comments
TOTALLY AGREE. my wife and i are both in the field and its basically impossible for us to go to anything together. needs to change.
its impossible to keep up with CE when you have little ones at home. hotels are expensive and finding childcare in a new city is a nightmare. hope this happens soon.
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TOTALLY AGREE. my wife and i are both in the field and its basically impossible for us to go to anything together. needs to change.