Cities are vibrant hubs of cultural and ethnic diversity, economic opportunities, and civic engagement. Yet, these communities also endure complex health equity challenges. Many barriers to good health are rooted in structural racism – an unjust system of laws, procedures, and beliefs that cement racial and ethnic inequity. A critical step in addressing these inequities will be learning how to communicate effectively about them with members of our communities and policymakers. During this webinar, expert panelists from BCHC, the CDC, and RWJF will share key findings from their research on policy-oriented and public-oriented communications about structural racism and public health.
Session topics will address:
- Evidence-based messaging and communication strategies to engage with residents and decisionmakers across sectors
- The intersections of public policy and public health in advancing health equity
- The perspectives of public policy influencers and their role in advancing public health agendas
Public health communicators will leave the session with actionable strategies, evidence-based information, and new resources to leverage across audiences.
Speakers
Tom Martin
Communications Director, CityHealth
Elizabeth Green
Communications Director, Big Cities Health Coalition
Dr. Judith Monroe
President and CEO, CDC Foundation
Allyn Brooks-LaSure
Vice President, Communications, Robert Wood Johnson Foundation
Raynard Washington
Public Health Director, Mecklenburg County Public Health
