August 11, 2023: Understanding Barriers to Health: Addressing the Gaps in Healthcare
11 August 2023
Speakers:
- Elkin Alfred – Director of Equity and Culture, Denver Zoo; Health Equity Chair, Debbie’s Dream Foundation
- Aisha T. McDonald – Director, Training Initiatives; Certified Trauma Expert, United Way of Broward County
Format: Virtual Educational Webinar
Description:
Debbie’s Dream Foundation presented Understanding Barriers to Health: Addressing the Gaps in Healthcare, an educational webinar examining barriers that can affect access to healthcare and contribute to gaps in care.
Featuring Elkin Alfred, a DDF Board of Director and Health Equity Chair, and Aisha T. McDonald, a Certified Trauma Expert, the discussion brought attention to health equity and the challenges individuals and communities may encounter when navigating healthcare. The program supported greater awareness of the importance of understanding and addressing gaps in healthcare as part of efforts to better serve patients and communities.
