Institute for Diversity and Health Equity

Today is Martin Luther King Jr. Day. In honor and respect of the federal holiday, it is imperative to use this time to reflect on Dr. King's legacy and reaffirm our commitment to health equity and justice. As part of our mission and vision, IFDHE envisions a society of equitable and just communities where all individuals reach their highest potential for health. #MLKDay #healthequity

In advance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Yolanda Wimberly, M.D., reflects on the legacy of Dr. King. In this guest blog, she shares Grady Health System's commitment to health equity through health initiatives and community engagement. As we continue to strive for equitable health outcomes, it is essential to maintain momentum and remember why we show up to do this work. https://lnkd.in/e_BhJrR3 #MLKDay #healthequity

Community collaboration is one of many tools hospitals and health systems can use to advance health equity. This second installment of IFDHE's series, The Health Equity Toolbox, delves into the importance of leveraging community collaborations to advance health equity. Explore the new infographic here: https://lnkd.in/eZGDNKnT #healthequity #healthequitytoolbox #communitycollaboration

The next Health Equity Roadmap webinar is just two weeks away! Register today to learn more about the roadmap and its Transformation Action Planners (TAPs). Attendees will gain an in-depth understanding of the TAPs, its framework and its key components to advance their organization's health equity journey. This webinar will feature Christina Crow Cruz, DSW, LCSW, senior program manager at St. Luke's Health System. https://lnkd.in/eNmtQJD7  #healthequityroadmap #healthequitytransformationassessment

Health care professionals can still apply for the 10-month Executive Certificate in Diversity and Health Equity fellowship! Apply today to gain competencies to effectively lead #diversity, #healthequity, #inclusion and #justice practices in your hospitals and health systems. https://lnkd.in/d2Q-Nh2z #executivecertificateindiversityandhealthequity

IFDHE invites you to attend the Waypoint, a convening for hospitals and health systems that are engaged with the Health Equity Roadmap. In collaboration with technical assistance providers, participants will receive guidance to continue their progress on the Health Equity Roadmap. Learn more and register here: https://lnkd.in/eaGvW5Xs #healthequity #healthequityroadmap

Upcoming Webinar! January 30, 2025 | 3:15 PM EST Learn more about AHA's Health Equity Roadmap and its Transformation Action Planners in this upcoming webinar. Hear from Christina Crow Cruz, DSW, LCSW, senior program manager at St. Luke's Health System, who will highlight the key components of the TAPS and how her hospital system effectively boosted their engagement with the TAPS. Learn more and register here: https://lnkd.in/eNmtQJD7 #healthequityroadmap

Happy holidays from everyone at the AHA! We hope everyone has a safe and healthy holiday season. ❄️

New blog alert! IFDHE Reflects on 2024 Wins and Outlines Bold Plans for 2025   As the Institute for Diversity and Health Equity wraps up another distinguished year filled with multiple convenings, newly launched initiatives and another successful conference, this Q&A looks into IFDHE's big wins this year and what's ahead for 2025. Read here: https://lnkd.in/dBHf84tH

Creating diverse and equitable research is paramount for any health care organization but making sure those research teams are equitable themselves is just as critical. In this podcast, Margo Edmunds, PhD, FAMIA, director of the AcademyHealth Center on Diversity, Inclusion and Minority Engagement, discusses the benefits of a newly launched "Roadmap for Researchers" resource. Listen here: https://lnkd.in/griJPzsR #healthequity #advancinghealthpodcast