ABOUT STATE OF BLACK HEALTH
Presented by The Center for Black Health & Equity, State of Black Health is where hundreds of community leaders and equity advocates from every background come to address and find solutions for the social and economic injustices that have marginalized our communities and led to deep health disparities.
MARK CHRISTOPHER LAWRENCE
Producer, Actor, Inspirational Speaker, Auctioneer
Has been nominated for two Emmy Awards for his work on the short film The Flourish and on his co-produced short $TACK$.
"This was my first time attending this conference, and I've learned so much and got to engage with incredible Black leaders from across the country to imagine a better future for our people."
INSTITUTIONAL
INJUSTICES
Addresses how injustices in our nation's judicial, educational, and federal institutions produce unhealthy communities and promote health inequality.
economic
barriers
Explores how unemployment and the attainment of livable wages contribute to current health disparities and remains a primary concern in Black communities.
WELLNESS &
CHRONIC DISEASE
DISPARITIES
Reviews corporate, community, healthcare, and governmental public health efforts that are moving the needs toward reducing HIV, COVID-19, cancer or other disease disparities.
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Health Equity in Focus
This year's theme is a salute to our host island, Puerto Rico. It signifies The Center's mission to advocate for the health and well-being of all Black people. For more information on health equity concerns in Puerto Rico's communities, check out these resources.
Attendee Overview
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An in-person registration to #SBH2023 includes admission to all events, readings, panel discussions, meetings, and public receptions over the days of the conference, Wednesday, September 6 (pre-conference program at 6:30 pm), through Friday, September 8.
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Meals, lodging, and travel are not included.
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All in-person registration rates also include all virtual programming and content.
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Virtual-only registration includes access to all virtual programming and content, including featured event livestreams.
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For our refund and attendance policies, email sbh@centerforblackhealth.org.
Attendee Resources
This year's conference will be held at the San Juan Marriott Resort & Stellaris Casino / San Juan, Puerto Rico. Partner with #SBH2023 to support health equity in our communities. For additional details on the location, sponsorships, and our call for abstracts, click the links below.
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