The AHA Accelerating Health Equity Conference in Kansas City, Mo, was a full-day event that brought together 1,000 leaders from hospitals, health systems, and community and public health organizations. The conference provided valuable insights and strategies for advancing health equity in communities through informative breakout sessions, table conversations, networking opportunities, and community immersion experiences.
Day 2 of the conference focused on topics such as transforming maternal health care for Black women, addressing food insecurity through hospital-based programs that prioritize community collaboration, and driving change through the Rise to Health Coalition. These sessions allowed attendees to see firsthand the impact of health disparities and the importance of community collaboration in addressing them.
In addition to the informative breakout sessions, attendees had the opportunity to participate in community immersion experiences. These experiences took participants to local nonprofits such as Uzazi Village and BlaqOut, allowing them to see firsthand the impact of health disparities and the importance of community collaboration in addressing them.
One of the highlights of the conference was a performance by the Pillsbury House Theatre from Minneapolis titled “Breaking Ice.” The performance delved into diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace, sparking meaningful conversations among attendees. Overall, the conference provided a platform for leaders to come together, share knowledge and experiences, and work towards advancing health equity in their communities.
