Juneteenth marks the date that Federal Troops arrived in Galveston, Texas in 1865 - two and a half years after the Emancipation Proclamation was signed - to take control of the state and ensure that all enslaved people be freed. It is both a celebration and a somber reminder of the persistence of systems of power and oppression. For too long, high-quality behavioral healthcare has been something accessible only to a few. At BHA, we have the privilege of working every day to create a behavioral health system in Colorado that meets the needs of ALL people in our state, no matter their race, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, etc. Learn more about BHA resources at bha.colorado.gov.
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On June 19, 1865, Union troops arrived in Galveston, Texas, bringing news of freedom to over 250,000 enslaved Black people in the state. This historic day, now recognized as a federal holiday, is celebrated as Juneteenth Independence Day. However, it is important to recognize how slavery’s legacy, racism embedded in our institutions, continues to drive significant racial health disparities today. Infant mortality rates for Black babies in America are more than double those of white babies, and maternal mortality rates for Black women and birthing people in the U.S. are three to four times higher than those for their white counterparts. You can read more about how institutional racism permeates Child and Maternal Health here: https://bit.ly/4baThuA In response to these ongoing disparities, the National Institute for Children's Health Quality (NICHQ), along with the Association of Maternal & Child Health Programs (AMCHP), CityMatCH, and the National Healthy Start Association (NHSA) remain committed to accountability and advocacy. This dedication is encapsulated in the “Joint Organizational Commitment to Anti-Racism and Racial Equity”: https://bit.ly/3KPZX6P
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Happy Sunday LinkedIn. One of many of my #Doctoral papers focuses on #blackmaternalmortality and the need for dismantling racism and access to timely care in our health system specifically for Black women. If you have an opportunity please watch the film below #aftershockdoc A MUST WATCH!! Also, please read and familiarize yourself about the stark reality of maternal mortality in the United States. 👇🏾👇🏾👇🏾👇🏾Too many stories, lives lost, families impacted… 💔 Even with access to care, Black mothers still face systemic barriers such as racial bias in healthcare, inadequate postpartum support, lack of culturally competent providers, and socioeconomic challenges impacting their maternal health outcomes. Addressing these multifaceted issues requires a holistic approach, including policy changes, community advocacy, and healthcare system reforms to ensure equitable and safe maternity care for all Black mothers. It's time to prioritize Black maternal health and take meaningful action to save lives and build healthier futures. I will continue to share, advocate and dedicate my expertise, passion and voice to this cause. Until it is dismantled… #publichealth #maternalhealth #maternalmortality #accesstohealthcare
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I am looking forward to attending the virtual option of this important session this Thursday, to learn and grow my understanding of the history of social justice movements in #colorado. #equitymatters
Reminder: Register now for "The History of BIPOC Social Movements in Colorado: San Luis Land Rights" on Sept. 14 at 6 p.m. MST. Both in-person (Denver) and virtual attendance options are available: https://lnkd.in/gW7DRabr #healthequity
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If you're interested in how we can handle better the challenge of dementia, you should check out https://lnkd.in/einXq6Pn -- and you should come to our conversation TOMORROW with Dr. Jim Wright, who has been inspired by Hogeweyk to bring those ideals to the US.
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THIS THURSDAY! JOIN US! On March 7th, we at Elder Care Nation invite you to join us for our first conversation, which will spotlight Dr. Jim Wright and his vision for Homecoming (https://homecomingrva.org). Register here: https://lnkd.in/d-fdNyAg Elder Care Nation is a new forum dedicated to dignity and equity for aging Americans and the people who care for them.
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Too often, well-meaning adults criminalize girls and gender-expansive youth in response to typical and expected reactions to trauma and adversity. Confronted with these behaviors, child-serving systems push girls and gender-expansive youth into the youth justice system to protect them from further harm. But confining girls due to concerns for their safety exposes them to more harm and exacerbates the issues that brought them to court in the first place. Learn about the initiative OYCR’s work with The Vera Institute to end girls’ incarceration in California: https://lnkd.in/gYxXpWJt
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