Articles
Health Equity
Commemorating Black History Month by continuing the crusade for equitable care
By Joy A. Lewis
Our nation’s health care system leaders are increasingly aware of existing gaps in care and outcomes across different patients and are well-positioned to take actions that advance high-quality, equitable care for all, especially those from historically marginalized groups.
Health Equity, Advancing Best Practices for Hospitals & Health Systems
In 2022, we were bold. In 2023, we’ll do even more.
By Joy A. Lewis
Bold. It’s a small but powerful word to describe the efforts of the Institute of Diversity and Health Equity in 2022.
Health Equity
Blog: Time to Act: National Minority Health Month Can be a Launchpad to Closing the ‘Knowing-Doing’ Gap
By Joy A. Lewis
National Minority Health Month can be a launchpad to closing the ‘knowing-doing’ gap.
Health Equity, Disparities/Equity of Care, Reducing Healthcare Disparities
Accelerating Health Equity: Moving from Conversation to Action
Now is the time to evaluate how far we have come in closing gaps in health disparities, assess where health care is on the equity journey and take what we’ve learned to strengthen our organizations and communities through collaborative and innovative work — by investing in our neighborhoods and one another.
Disparities/Equity of Care, Leadership
Community Partnership Strategies for Accelerating Health Equity
By Joy A. Lewis
Who exactly is a “stakeholder” when it comes to improving health equity?
Disparities/Equity of Care, Inclusion, Workforce Diversity
Blog Post: Looking Ahead: Honoring the Significance of Juneteenth
By Joy A. Lewis
A history-making event that changed the lives of Black Americans more than 150 years ago is now being recognized as a federal holiday. With the stroke of a pen, President Biden signed a bill establishing June 19 as Juneteenth National Independence Day – commemorating the end of slavery in the U.S..
Workforce Diversity, Inclusion, Disparities/Equity of Care, Board Composition and Selection
Strategy for Success: Improving Diversity and Inclusion at the Board Level
By Joy A. Lewis
Hospitals and health system leaders are committing to increasing diversity and inclusion in the board room.