Bring a Folding Chair: Making Room at the Table for Health Equity
Acclaimed author and health-equity leader, Dr. Renée Branch Canady will discuss her book "Room at the Table: A Leader's Guide to Advancing Health Equity and Justice" with the School of Public Health community on Tuesday, April 1. Following her talk she will be joined in conversation by Professor Emerita and renowned health equity scholar Dr. Cleo Caldwell.
Dr. Renée Branch Canady serves as Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of MPHI, a public health institute comprised of process and subject matter experts with a shared mission of working together to center equity, promote health and advance well-being for all. Dr. Canady is a relationship driven leader and author of the recently published book, “Room at the Table: A Leader’s Guide to Advancing Health Equity and Justice.” Dr. Canady is recognized as a national thought leader in the areas of health inequities and disparities, cultural competence, and social justice. She has published and presented broadly on these topics and her passion for this work is evident in her personal, academic, and professional life.
Dr. Cleopatra Howard Caldwell is a Professor Emeritus in the Department of Health Behavior and Health Equity. As a social psychologist with expertise in psychosocial and environmental factors influencing the health and well-being of Black populations, her research includes both intervention and basic research involving survey research techniques with adults, adolescents and families. She also has expertise in conducting community-based participatory research (CBPR), developing academic-community partnerships to design and evaluate health interventions for Black youth and their family.
Limited in-person seating is available for the event in the Cornely Community Room, and there is an option for virtual participation as well. A reception will follow in the lobby of SPH I.
Tuesday, April 1, 2025, 1:00–3:30PM
Cornely Room & SPH I Lobby
This event is sponsored by Michigan Public Health Diversity, Equity & Inclusion