Policies for Action

We are proud to share that the University of Minnesota’s Policies for Action (P4A) paper, "Health Insurance Type and Access to Indian Health Service Care Before, During, and After Childbirth among American Indian and Alaska Native People in the United States," has received an Honorable Mention for the Charles E. Gibbs Leadership Prize from Women's Health Issues. This recognition underscores the importance of understanding health insurance coverage and access to care for Indigenous birthing people in the U.S. The paper provides critical insights into maternal health disparities and opportunities for improving outcomes for American Indian and Alaska Native communities. Congratulations to the University of Minnesota research team on this important achievement. https://lnkd.in/gwDFbHTU https://lnkd.in/gAXuSeYW

Policies for Action (P4A) is excited to announce six new research projects focusing on the impacts of state and local policies on immigrant communities in the US. These studies will shed light on how certain policies affect the economic stability, healthcare access, and social inclusion of a diversity of immigrant communities. This research cohort, funded by the RWJF, and administered by P4A at Urban Institute, aims to inform public policy that can support a future in which health equity is accessible for everyone. Learn more about these research projects here: https://lnkd.in/e9sMTsj3 👏 Congratulations to the researchers leading this important work: Nan Wu, American Immigration Council and Laura Limonic, SUNY College at Old Westbury Maryam R. , University of Texas at Arlington and nora sandigo, Nora Sandigo Children Foundation Iheoma Iruka and Menna Mburi, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Helen H. Affirmative Action (CAA) and Ron Hayduk, San Francisco State University Leslie Hammer, Oregon Institute of Occupational Health Sciences Jessica Santos, Zallman Center for Immigrant Health Research at the Institute for Community Health and Ariela Braverman Bronstein, Institute for Community Health We look forward to the insights these projects will offer. #ImmigrationResearch #HealthEquity #PublicPolicy #ImmigrationPolicy #P4AGrantees

Congratulations to Kacie Dragan and Sherry Glied on Recognition by NYC’s Vision Zero Program! We are thrilled to share that Kacie Dragan, MPH, and Sherry Glied, PhD, have been honored by the City of New York with the Vision Zero Research Award for their outstanding submission, "Major Traffic Safety Reform and Road Traffic Injuries Among Low-Income New York Residents, 2009-2021". Their work, which evaluates the efficacy of Vision Zero policies in supporting low-income, socioeconomically disadvantaged residents, stands as a testament to data-driven research that informs policy and fosters safer, more equitable communities. Learn more about their impactful research on their grantee page, and for further details on the Vision Zero Research Award, visit the NYC DOT announcement page. https://lnkd.in/d8THfice https://lnkd.in/emw5YMe3 Congratulations once again to Kacie and Sherry for their dedication and contribution to road safety and public well-being!

Fair wages play a critical role in shaping not only individual health and well-being but also in fostering a more equitable society. The latest blog from the RWJF explains why fair wages are essential for achieving public health and social equity goals. As we work toward healthier communities, addressing income inequality remains a vital component. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/e_HUzBee #HealthEquity #FairWages #SocialImpact #PublicHealth

Can Medicaid and immigration policies help close perinatal care gaps among Latinx families? In a healthcare system where access to perinatal care can shape a family’s future, many Latinx families face significant barriers linked to restrictive Medicaid and immigration policies. This insightful post explores how policy reforms could bridge these gaps, ensuring every family has equitable access to the care needed for a healthy start. Health equity isn’t just about healthcare; it’s about empowering communities to thrive. Read more: https://lnkd.in/eKB_v2Bt #HealthEquity #LatinxHealth #MedicaidReform #UpwardMobility

Join the Ways of Knowing Symposia culminating event, virtually or in-person, on November 20, 2024. This unique event will be held as a pre-conference workshop of @Race Forward’s 2024 Facing Race Conference. Co-hosts Partners for Advancing Health Equity and Evidence for Action are bringing together partners, co-organizers, symposia participants, and individuals bringing new perspectives, to share valuable insights and chart a path forward from our topic-focused symposia: Indigenous Ways of Knowing, Transforming Community-Led Health Research, and Challenging the Norm: Redefining Rigor in Health Research. Collectively, participants will explore, prioritize, and coalesce around next steps for transforming the health science knowledge system and fostering a more inclusive and equitable standard for health research. #FacingRace #WaysofKnowingSymposia https://lnkd.in/g-nfrdDt

We’re excited to share a powerful Voices blog by Saru Jayaraman from One Fair Wage, published by RWJF. In Fair Wages: Essential for Health, Wellbeing, and an Equitable Society, Jayaraman explores the deep connection between fair wages and health outcomes, highlighting how just compensation is critical for building a healthier and more equitable society. 💼💬 Check out the full blog to understand why fair wages are not just a policy issue but a fundamental health issue. https://lnkd.in/e_HUzBee #FairWages #HealthEquity #EconomicJustice #VoicesofChange #P4A #OneFairWage

🌍 Insights on America’s Racial Wealth Gap: It’s Far Larger Than Many Realize 🌍 A new study from Duke University’s Samuel DuBois Cook Center on Social Equity examines the profound misconceptions surrounding the racial wealth gap in the United States. 🔍 Learn more about the scale of the challenge and the necessary steps forward: https://lnkd.in/gdWKmYBN #RacialWealthGap #EconomicEquity #WealthInequality #PolicySolutions #P4A

Structural racism is embedded in every aspect of society and contributes to the health disparities that persist today. If we are to create a world where health is truly for everyone, we must embrace new ways of learning that challenge the status quo. An important step in challenging structural racism is designing research studies that authentically incorporate community partners' expertise and lived experience. When community collaboration is embedded throughout the research process, findings are more relevant and better positioned to inform changes that directly address community needs. A panel by national program offices of the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation (RWJF) will feature unique research collaborations, including: -Nebraska’s Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) service locations to develop a community-based screening program for colorectal cancer. -The first US municipality where both city and county governments jointly signed reparations resolutions in Buncombe County, NC. -A community-based organization and university team up to support fathers experiencing homelessness in Atlanta, GA. Cross-sector research collaboration teams from RWJF Evidence for Action, Policies for Action, and Systems for Action will share their insights and findings about promoting health equity in their local communities. Panelists: Jungyoon Kim, PhD | E4A Tamarie Macon, PhD, Rob Thomas, & Chasity Leake | P4A Latrice Rollins, PhD, Thomas Cotton & Lease Youmans | S4A Register to learn more on Wednesday, Oct. 2nd at 12pm ET: https://lnkd.in/gzb6_6xe

We’re always excited to share when P4A grantee research helps shape good public policy. The UCLA/Berkeley research team’s key findings in “Meaningful Action: Evaluating Local Government Plans to Affirmatively Further Fair Housing in California” were incorporated into California Assembly Bill 2667, which was recently signed into law! This new law marks an important step toward advancing fair housing across the state, directly addressing issues identified by the team’s research. Read the full article here: Full article: Meaningful Action: Evaluating Local Government Plans to Affirmatively Further Fair Housing in California https://lnkd.in/eZ-6K6BM