REACH Healthcare Foundation

Are you passionate about health equity and ready to make a difference? Our team is searching for a Director of Health Policy! In this role, you'll develop and activate health policy goals that align with our mission. You will collaborate with executive leaders, program staff, and Board members, driving policy and advocacy strategies for better health equity and supporting community investment priorities and engagement. If you're a strategic thinker with a heart for healthcare, we want to hear from you! Learn more about the role here: https://ow.ly/CrWz50SFvWZ

Our partners at Front Porch Alliance Kansas City are hosting their second annual Sexual Reproductive Health Symposium on July 27th from 9 am – 5 pm at the Metropolitan Community College’s Penn Valley Education Center. This year’s inclusive and intergenerational event will provide everyone with the opportunity to engage, discuss, and learn more about reproductive health alongside their peers. Topics at the event include: • Reproductive Anatomy • Queer & Trans Family Planning • Self-Care & Partner Support • Men's Healing • Peri/Post Menopausal Health • Abstinence & Consent • Sexual Violence Register now and bring your friends and family! Lunch and childcare will be provided. See you all there! https://lnkd.in/e3dDU_q

How does self-care influence ethical behavior? Discover the connection at "The Ethics of Self-Care," a special presentation by Kenneth Vick on Thursday, July 25th, from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. Learn how prioritizing well-being can lead to better decision-making and effective service delivery in healthcare and counseling. Mark your calendars to join Mental Health KC for this insightful webinar. https://ow.ly/RJ5F50SFvh4

The Jewish Vocational Service of Kansas City is hosting its Community Interpreter International course, with classes starting on August 5th. This course is a great opportunity for beginner and intermediate interpreters who want to make a difference in social services, education, or municipal court interpreting. Whether you're interested in working at JVS, schools, government agencies, refugee resettlement agencies, Legal Aid of Western Missouri, or other legal services, this course will prepare you with the skills needed to excel in roles within agencies serving individuals and families with limited English proficiency. Learn more about the program here: https://ow.ly/KLr150SewaB

Mark your calendars for Swope Health's event, "Brick by Brick: What it will take to solve Kansas City's affordable housing crisis," with Jeron Ravin, JD, Steven Anthony, Terrell Jolly, MBA, Pat Jordan, and Blaine Proctor as they delve into the housing crisis in Kansas City, its impact on the community's health and well-being, and potential solutions. You don't want to miss this! Join us on Thursday, August 1st, from 5:00 pm - 7:30 pm at the Kansas City Public Library, Plaza Branch's Truman Forum Auditorium. https://lnkd.in/gRPNxjeG

Multiple studies have addressed voting as a social determinant of health, as it provides residents with the ability to democratically engage in issues that impact the health outcomes of their communities. Our partners at Communities Concerned for Immigrants & Refugees are hosting an educational event on July 24th at Donnely College. At this event, you can learn more about the different types of upcoming elections, who and what is on your ballot, your eligibility to vote, and more! It's important to know how you can positively impact your community. Take advantage of it, bring a friend, and register today to prepare for voting season. https://ow.ly/ympf50SzSUJ

Did you know? The latest review from the Kansas Health Institute reveals that 20% of Hispanic Kansans experience higher uninsured rates. Cultural, economic, and legal challenges are key factors contributing to this disparity. This emphasizes the urgent need to prioritize health equity across the state and advocate for affordable and accessible healthcare for all. #HealthEquity

There's much more to celebrate during Pride Month and National Immigrant Heritage Month, as Communities Concerned for Immigrants and Refugees hosts World Refugee Day on Saturday, June 29th, from 8 a.m. to noon at The Merc Co Op. The event is open to the public and aims to allow attendees to learn more about the refugee community and create connections with organizations that could benefit them. Take advantage of the opportunity to support refugee-owned businesses, enjoy live performances, and check out the free health screenings and available healthcare resources. Learn more about the event by visiting: https://lnkd.in/gkdv-fJR

Join columnist Vahe Gregorian from the KC Star and author Ebony Reed, author of "Fifteen Cents on the Dollar: How Americans Made the Black-White Wealth Gap," for a discussion on the history of Black wealth and the economic discrimination embedded in America's financial system. The event will take place tonight at 7:00 pm at The Unity Temple on the Plaza. You don't want to miss this! We've had the pleasure of joining Ebony during the Swope Health Equity Townhall in February, as she shared her experience, research, and journey of documenting the financial gaps between white and Black Americans. Tickets are still available for tonight: https://bit.ly/3VF7pGL

After 17 amazing years of service, our Health Policy Director, Pattie Mansur, will be leaving REACH on July 31st to pursue elected office in Missouri. Pattie's passion and dedication have left an irreplaceable mark on our team and beyond. While we will miss her greatly, we are excited for her new endeavor. We are in the process of re-evaluating our staffing needs related to health policy work and will announce our hiring plans in late July. In the meantime, join us in celebrating Pattie as she embarks on her next chapter.