Health Leads October 2023 Newsletter

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Resources to Support Humanitarian Crisis
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As we all hold the weight of the humanitarian crisis in Palestine and Israel, we remain committed to our role as advocates for a just and equitable world, and supporters of other nonprofit organizations providing critical resources. See this list of reputable organizations collecting donations to support those currently affected by unimaginable unrest.
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Health Leads Presents: APHA Annual Meeting

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Next month, Director Michelle Zambrano, MPH ([link removed]) will be representing the New York Health Leads team at the 2023 American Public Health Association’s Annual Meeting and Expo. She’ll be discussing how the New York Coalition for Doula Access (NYCDA) was able to advocate for equitable reimbursement for doulas in the session titled Improving Maternal Health Outcomes By Increasing Access To Doula Care With Medicaid: Results Of A Cross Sector Strategic Collaboration ([link removed]) .
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Webinar Recording: Community Solutions to Climate Change Challenges
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In the Vaccine Equity Cooperative's ([link removed]) latest webinar, speakers discussed the relationship between climate change and health equity -- specifically focusing on the disproportionate burden climate change has on communities of color and other underserved populations. Recordings are available in both English and Spanish.

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Health Leads Presents: Vital Village Leadership Summit
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On October 17th, Director Sarah Primeau, MSW, MPH ([link removed]) of our Massachusetts team presented at the Boston Medical Center Vital Village Network National Community Leadership Summit ([link removed]) with Neighborhood Food Action Collaborative ([link removed]) (NFAC) Community Leaders, Ric Henry, Leah Arteaga, Rebecca Grenne and NFAC co-backbone organization Vital CxNs.

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Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration Series

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Did you miss any part of our celebration for Hispanic Heritage Month? No worries, we've compiled all the amazing leaders and reading recommendations into one place here!
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The Embodied Politics of Black Motherhood
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Health equity advocate Rhea Boyd,MD, MPH ([link removed]) , who fearlessly champions for a fair and just healthcare system, has written a powerful article on the state of Black maternal healthcare in America. This article highlights the resilience of pregnant Black women in America, calls for a broader understanding of Black motherhood, beyond narratives of loss, and recognizes it as a force for change and possibility.

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What We Are Reading!
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The Latino Patient: A Cultural Guide for Healthcare Providers ([link removed])

Author Nilda Chong offers valuable insights into how healthcare providers can offer equitable care, address language barriers, cultural nuances, and social justice issues. This book is a vital tool for enhancing patient-provider relationships and promoting health equity.

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The Death Gap: How Inequality Kills ([link removed]'s%20medical%20safety%20net)

Author David A. Ansell delves into the critical link between healthcare disparities and social injustices, highlighting their role in premature deaths, especially in marginalized communities. The book serves as a call to action, urging readers to advocate for health equity and address the root causes of these disparities

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Reproductive Justice: An Introduction ([link removed])

Authors Loretta J. Ross & Rickie Solinger explore the intersection of reproductive health and social justice. They delve into the critical need for equitable access to reproductive care and the importance of advocacy and speaking up about women’s health and rights.


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