What: “Health Equity: The Path to Inclusive Prosperity in Buffalo”
(Release of a groundbreaking new report followed by panel of local and national experts)
When: Monday, May 8, 12pm to 3pm
Where: Frank E Merriweather Jr Library, 1324 Jefferson Avenue, Buffalo

Equity is the Key

Our rich and complex history has a direct connection to the current state of health in Buffalo, with factors such as access to educational opportunities and high-quality jobs, the persistence of racial inequalities, and ecological degradation all playing a role in healthy communities.

Equity — just and fair inclusion — is the key to sustainable economic recovery and growth in the Queen City. It is central to “Health Equity: The Path to Inclusive Prosperity in Buffalo,” a groundbreaking new report by PolicyLink that will be released on Monday, May 8, 12pm, at Frank E Merriweather Jr Library in Buffalo. Join us for a presentation of the report’s findings, followed by a panel about racial and economic inclusion in today’s Buffalo, as well strategies to advance health equity, economic opportunity, and vibrancy for all communities.

Featured Speakers include:

• Jessica Bauer Walker, Executive Director, Community Health Worker Network of Buffalo
• Dr. Gale R. Burstein, Commissioner of Health, Erie County
• Sam Magavern, Director, Partnership for the Public Good and Board Member, Open Buffalo 
• David A. Rivera, Majority Leader and Niagara District Representative, Buffalo Common Council
• Tracey Ross, Associate Director, PolicyLink

Light refreshments will be served.

Free and open to the public.

Space is limited. To RSVP, please email Harper Bishop at harper@openbuffalo.org.