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The Health Equity Compact brings together over 65 leaders of color across a diverse set of Massachusetts organizations – including hospitals, health centers, payers, academic institutions and public health – to advance health equity in Massachusetts.

Industry

Health and Human Services

Company size

51-200 employees

Headquarters

Boston, Massachusetts

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Nonprofit

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This is starting at noon today!
Have you signed up? Join us on at a virtual briefing on November 13, 2024, 12-1 PM ET, where we'll present new, updated life expectancy estimates by census tract for Eastern Massachusetts. This report, poised for funders, policymakers, researchers, non-profit, and community leaders, identifies local disparities, spotlights select cities, and highlights key social factors to consider in health equity work. Plus, our panelists Derek Chapman, Kiame Mahaniah, Mercy A. will share what's happening nationally, statewide, and locally. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/eXzTPuvX
Thanks to Compact Board Chair Amie Shei for keeping the focus on health equity. When equity isn’t explicitly considered and prioritized in policy solutions, we risk further marginalizing communities of color as we navigate each crisis. We must address racial health equity directly and integrate it into how Massachusetts addresses the dysfunction of the healthcare market, and set clear guideposts to drive toward health equity (not just healthcare equity) as we reshape the system. We look forward to continuing the conversation at the Health Policy Commission's 2024 Cost Trends Hearing later this week, "From Crisis to Stability: The Path to a More Affordable, Accessible, and Equitable Health Care System".#healthequitynow #mapoli

President and CEO at The Health Foundation of Central Massachusetts
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At the State House News Service/MASSterList "Urgent Treatment: Mass. Health Care After Steward" event earlier this week, there were important conversations about the fragility of the health care system in Massachusetts. David Seltz opened by sharing key takeaways from recent Health Policy Commission analyses, previewing some of the issues to be discussed at the upcoming cost trends hearing. Speakers Lora Pellegrini, Dr. Abha Agrawal, MD, FACP, FACHE, John Fernandez, Steven M. Walsh, and Greg Wilmot shared their thoughts on the most pressing challenges facing us in the Commonwealth in an insightful panel discussion moderated by Chris Lisinski. We cannot just move on post-Steward and assume that the health care system will recover on its own. Instead, we must roll up our sleeves and get to work on addressing challenges with access, affordability, equity, and more. This is a responsibility we must all share. I was glad to be able to ask the final audience question and have the event end on the topic of how we can use this opportunity to advance #healthequity in Massachusetts. It is not always easy to make it into Boston for an early morning event, but it is important to be in the room when health policy discussions happen in order to elevate the priorities and perspectives of The Health Foundation of Central Massachusetts and the Health Equity Compact. Worcester T&G coverage by Kinga Borondy: https://lnkd.in/g-PhD34w
Compact leader Rosa M. Colon-Kolacko, PhD. MBA, CDM, SHRM-SCP's reflections on the 2024 Health Equity Trends Summit perfectly encapsulate the energy and commitment that are still radiating from the event in June. We thank Rosa for her unwavering dedication to #HealthEquity and know that, together, we can create a healthier, more equitable future for all. How are you pledging to promote health equity?

Global D&IB, Culture Transformation and Health Equity Executive, Thought Leader and Researcher, Public Speaker, Community Advocacy, President and Principal Consultant Global Equity Learning
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I am excited about the success of the second HE Compact 2024 Summit attended yesterday by 700+ leaders. We imagine a world in which race did not determine how long and how well you lived. Gov. Healey reiterated her commitment “ MA is a leader in Healthcare and Life Science—inequities experienced by our communities are unacceptable. We have made equity a priority across the government. We need the will to make it happen” Legislative leaders are passing legislation, and HE reform promoting accountability, improving affordability, and access. We learned how commissioners, secretaries of health, labor, workforce, and economic development are embedding equity. In addition, community partners discussed the importance of co-creating solutions to address the specific needs of neighborhoods and build trust. I feel proud of the progress and Thank You for the hard work to impact the health of people who need us!. I am pledging again my commitment to promote health equity. Please join us! #HETS2024, #HealthEquityNow, #HealthEquityCompact, #AnActToAdvanceHealthEquity
Congratulations to N.A.H.S.E. Greater Boston Chapter for hosting such an inspiring Fireside Chat, and thank you for including our leaders. Some of the closing messages: Thea James, MD, MPH, MBA: Aim for transformation that you can measure; when you look at data, have the subjects of the data interpret it.Elsie Taveras, MD, MPH: Create resilient programs and systemic interventions to address inequities; focus on place-based interventions to improve access to and quality of care.Adelline Ntatin, MPH, MBIM, MA, RN-BSN: This work is the job of the collective; engage intentional curiosity and critical thinking.Michael Curry, Esq.: Stand up for what you believe in, even when it's hard; don't let courage skip this generation

2023 Chapter of the Year | Networking | Mentoring | Healthcare Advocacy & Justice | Community Engagement | Healthcare Management | Empowerment | Leadership
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Last night's SOLD OUT Inaugural Healthcare Leadership Dinner and Fireside Chat: Journey to Equitable Health was a huge success! It was a wonderful night with opportunities to learn from panelists, network with other healthcare leaders, and engage in meaningful conversations on how we can all contribute to achieving health equity. Thank you to N.A.H.S.E. Greater Boston Chapter's leadership team (Thaddeus Thompson, FACHE, Deidre D. Smith, MHSA. Shalina Patel, Jade Nortey, MPH, Khadija Moody, MHA, Leslie Forde, Pamela Cazeau, Emmanuela Menard, Tyler Salley, MHA, LSSGB, Genacia Deraville, MHA, Kayla M. Sealy, & Clifford Abellard, MHA) and wonderful sponsors (Beth Israel Lahey Health, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Cambridge Health Alliance, HFMA Massachusetts-Rhode Island Chapter, Leland Healthcare Advisors & Consultants, Russell Holmes, MBA, CFP®, The Meehan School of Business at Stonehill, Massachusetts Health & Hospital Association, MGH Institute of Health Professions, Ratio Health Solutions & BDO USA) who helped drive and execute this successful event.N.A.H.S.E. Greater Boston Chapter is "fired up and ready to go" so stay tuned for more event recaps and upcoming chapter events!
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"If not you, then who? If not now, then when?" In the words of Compact co-founder Michael Curry, Esq., lived experience matters when it comes to moving policy. We are proud to work with partners like the Massachusetts Health Council to drive change -- thank you for recognizing our "Health Care Stars" Chris Reddick and Tania Barber! Lou Brady Lissette Blondet Rahsaan D. Hall Michelle Consalvo Krystal G. Garcia Dorosella Green, MS-PREP Briana Acosta, MPH Ross Marshall Angela Ortiz, MBA-MPA Lindsey Tucker #healthequitynow

Vice President, Health Equity, CSR & Philanthropy at Takeda
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What a tremendous honor to be recognized by the Massachusetts Health Council last night with the Health Care Star Award, along with co-awardees Eric Dickson, MD and fellow Health Equity Compact member Tania M. BarberThere has never been a more critical time for health care stakeholders and community leaders to come together to create meaningful and trusted partnerships that address health inequities and foster access to health and wellness for all. Thank you to MHC for creating the space for this to happen and for playing a critical role in fostering a strong culture of health so that health and wellness thrive in every community. A big shout out to MHC Executive Director Angela Ortiz, MBA-MPA, award committee co-chairs Michael Curry, Esq. and Christine Schuster, members of the MHC Board, and the many dedicated community-based organizations that Takeda is partnering with to make this important work come to life.
Looking forward to this!
Join us on at a virtual briefing on November 13, 2024, 12-1 PM ET, where we will be debuting key findings from our report on new, updated life expectancy estimates by census tract for Eastern Massachusetts. Our report identifies disparities between and within communities, and highlights key historical and social factors to consider in efforts to close the life expectancy gap. Hear from our panelists, who will share national, state, and local efforts:Derek Chapman (VCU Center on Society and Health), Kiame Mahaniah (Commonwealth of Massachusetts), and Mercy A. (Lowell Community Health Center). Register today: https://lnkd.in/e53smbd3
Welcome! You are invited to join a meeting: Closing the Gap in Life Expectancy in Massachusetts: New Data and Approaches. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the meeting. zoom.us
FYI: an excellent internship opportunity with our partner, MPHA - check it out!
MPHA is accepting applications for a communications internship for the 2025 spring semester. This is a great opportunity to develop job skills while supporting the #healthequity movement in #MA! Learn more & apply: https://lnkd.in/eCJeTGdqPlease help us spread the word!
“As a first-generation immigrant and DACA recipient, I have experienced firsthand how the lack of healthcare access affects immigrant communities. I believe we have a responsibility to advocate for those directly affected by systemic inequities and to think critically about what health equity means to marginalized communities. If you want to call me a dreamer, dream with me, of a future that we are a true Commonwealth that protects all of its residents and gives them a chance to not only survive, but to thrive and live healthy lives." As we conclude Hispanic Heritage Month, we’re highlighting the incredible contributions of Compact member Javier A Juarez. Javier is the Director of the Latino Equity Fund at the The Boston Foundation, the only Latinx-led and Latinx-dedicated community fund in Massachusetts. Under Javier’s leadership, LEF increases philanthropy to organizations throughout the state that focus on increasing economic prosperity, healthcare access, and well-being for the Latinx population. Javier spoke at the “Cover All Kids” Advocacy Day earlier this year in support of An Act to Ensure Equitable Health Coverage for Children, a bill that would expand MassHealth coverage to all income-eligible children, regardless of immigration status. Javier has also supported the collaboration between Health Care For All all and Agencia ALPHA through the MassHealth Redetermination Campaign to help Massachusetts residents maintain their health coverage. In Javier’s words, he is proud to do this pivotal work alongside the Health Equity Compact leadership team and leaders across the state who are making change to improve people’s lives. Javier sees his role at the Compact as bridging community insights with philanthropic partnerships to create meaningful change for communities. As we celebrate #HispanicHeritageMonth, we’re grateful to leaders like Javier, who is leveraging his life experience to break down barriers to healthcare access. To learn more about Javier’s work: https://lnkd.in/ec-h3Yi9
This is a movement, not a moment! Grateful for the opportunity to be together in person -- to connect, celebrate each other, and advance our health equity goals. Thank you to EHS Undersecretary for Health Kiame Mahaniah and DPH Commissioner Robert Goldstein for joining us to talk about our shared health equity priorities. And thank you to Chris Reddick, Dorosella Green, MS-PREP, Michelle Consalvo and the terrific Takeda team for hosting us Alejandro J. Esparza Perez, Amie Shei, Angelina Ramirez, Carlos F. Cappas, PsyD, MBA, Claire Cooper, Claire Cecile Pierre, MD, Dharmendu Damany, Filaine Deronnette, Gary Y. Chu, Guy Fish, MD, MBA, Izzy Lopes, Javier A Juarez, Jeffrey Sánchez, MPA, Juan Fernando Lopera, Lou Brady, Magnolia C., Manny Lopes, Michael Curry, Esq., Monica Vohra, Oz Mondejar, Nate Horwitz-Willis, Renee Crichlow MD, FAAFP, Renee Landers, Rosa M. Colon-Kolacko, PhD. MBA, CDM, SHRM-SCP, Sandhya Rao, Shari Nethersole, Sheila Och, MPH, Thea James, MD, MPH, MBA

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