By focusing on solutions supported by individuals of varying ideologies, we can strengthen our democracy and build stronger, healthier communities.
Access image descriptions and values for the figures in Get Out the Vote: Cultivating Civic Engagement in Youth and Adults
Increasing the number of engaged voters expands representation, shaping the policies that affect the health of our neighbors and communities.
The center's research will focus on three key areas to to inform policies and practices that address systemic inequities.
The center provides comments on a new proposed objective to increase the number of citizens who vote.
Civic engagement has a positive impact on the health of communities, providing health care institutions with opportunities to help people become more engaged.
A new op-ed published in MedPage Today and authored by Heather Pierce explores how civic engagement is good for both patients and providers.
Health care organizations can support an inclusive democracy and health equity by integrating nonpartisan voter education and registration into their services.
Watch the panel discussion on incorporating health equity in health professions education from Righting the Wrongs: Tackling Health Inequities.