Moving from Indifference to Reparative Action - A Public Health Approach to Racial Equity
Stanford Department of Medicine via YouTube
Overview
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Explore a comprehensive Grand Rounds presentation examining how public health systems can transition from passive indifference to active reparative measures in addressing racial equity. Learn from Dr. Michelle Morse, Interim Commissioner of Health and Chief Medical Officer at the NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene, as she outlines evidence-based strategies for implementing systemic change within healthcare institutions. Discover practical frameworks for identifying and dismantling structural barriers that perpetuate health disparities, while understanding how to develop and implement policies that actively repair historical harms. Examine case studies from New York City's public health initiatives that demonstrate successful transitions from traditional approaches to reparative action models. Gain insights into measuring the effectiveness of equity interventions, building organizational capacity for sustained change, and navigating the political and institutional challenges inherent in advancing racial justice through public health policy. Understand the role of data collection, community engagement, and cross-sector partnerships in creating lasting improvements to health outcomes for marginalized communities.
Syllabus
"Moving from Indifference to Reparative Action" | 21 May 2025
Taught by
Stanford Department of Medicine