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In Conversation with International Disability Rights Activist Judy Heumann

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) became law more than three decades ago, but we know more work must be done to ensure equal rights and opportunities for people with disabilities around the world. In honor of the 31st anniversary of the ADA, please join the Urban Institute for a conversation with Judy Heumann about […]

COVID-19 Vaccination and Children: Answering Parents’ Questions

Join us on Wednesday, June 23 from 1:00-2:00pm ET / 10:00-11:00am PT for a free webinar, COVID-19 Vaccination and Children - Answering Parents’ Questions. As vaccination authorization and guidelines continue to evolve for children and adolescents—and as families and officials look ahead to summer activities and the upcoming school year—it is imperative to use consistent, […]

Achieving Health Equity for People with Disabilities During the Pandemic and Beyond

In the United States, one in four adults has a disability and the pandemic has disproportionately impacted this community and made it more difficult to access care. Some people with disabilities were more likely to become infected with or have a severe illness from COVID-19 due to underlying medical conditions or living situations. The pandemic also affected their psychological and […]

Preparing for the Next Pandemic: Strengthening the Public Health System

The COVID-19 pandemic has made clear that America's safety, health, and economic prosperity is dependent on a resilient and robust public health system. Given that it is not a question of if, but when, the next pandemic will occur, the Bipartisan Policy Center's Future of Health Care Initiative will release a new report during a […]

Preparing for the Next Pandemic: Strengthening the U.S. Public Health System

The COVID-19 pandemic has made clear that America's safety, health, and economic prosperity is dependent on a resilient and robust public health system. Given that it is not a question of if, but when, the next pandemic will occur, the Bipartisan Policy Center's Future of Health Care Initiative will release a new report during a […]

Reducing Health Disparities by Addressing Integrated Behavioral Health in a Maternal Child Health Care Setting

COVID has exposed and exacerbated behavioral health disparities experienced by minority and vulnerable populations, including pregnant and post-partum women, their children, and families. This webinar explores the intersection of COVID, health disparities, and integrated behavioral health care within a maternal child health context. Presenter Sharon Morello brings over 25 years of experience working with pregnant […]

National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month

National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month is observed each July to bring awareness to the unique struggles that racial and ethnic minority communities face regarding mental illness in the United States. The COVID-19 pandemic has made it harder for racial and ethnic minority groups to get access to mental health and substance-use treatment services. Throughout […]

Molloy College Cabrini Mobile Clinic works with Catholic Charites of Long Island WIC

In an effort to get current weight and height information from our participants and to make it fun due to Covid 19 physical presence waivers and government mandates. WIC participants will be invited to get height, weight, and hemoglobin level and quick mobile assessment. Refreshments of water bottles and sugar-free applesauce will be given. Activities […]

Latino Conservation Week

Since 2014, Latino Conservation Week has supported the Latino community getting into the outdoors and participating in activities to protect natural resources. Led by Hispanic Access Foundation, Latino Conservation Week: Disfrutando y Conservando Nuestra Tierra happens each year in July. During this week, community, non-profit, faith-based, and government organizations and agencies host events to encourage […]