By Pamela A. McAfee, Ed.D, MPA, OTR, CDE® and Akim Waldron, MHA Each November, we celebrate Native American and Alaska Native Heritage Month, a time to recognize the rich history, culture, and contributions of Native American and Alaska Native peoples (Library of...
By Kimberly Browne and Trae Garvin Each year, from September 15th to October 15th, we celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month—a time dedicated to honoring the rich history, diverse cultures, and significant contributions of Hispanic Americans. In healthcare, this...
“The best thing about living ... is the chance to keep on doing it!” — Lena Horne By Joleen Lonigan Health care organizations continue to face challenges to provide quality care in the face of the increasing barriers that many of our patients confront daily. The...
As we strive for a more inclusive and equitable healthcare system, it is essential to address the unique health needs and challenges faced by the LGBTQ+ community in California. By examining relevant, data-driven health information and incorporating personal...
A note from CAHL JEDI -- Dear CAHL Members, This month we are honored to celebrate Asian American Native Hawaiian Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Heritage Month. In our commitment to justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion within healthcare leadership, it is...
Dear Esteemed Members of the California Association of Healthcare Leaders (CAHL), We are filled with profound admiration and reverence as we commemorate Women's History Month. This annual observance provides us with a sacred opportunity to celebrate the remarkable...
By La Toya Watkins It is truly inspiring to see the progress made to close the gaps in access and quality among patient groups with frequent health disparities. Recent efforts by The Joint Commission (TJC) and The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) to...
By Vanessa Flores, Director, and Jeff Oxendine, CEO, Health Career Connection Building a diverse health leadership team is crucial for the success of any health organization. A diverse leadership team brings different perspectives, experiences, and ideas to the table,...
By Corina Bianca Several studies have shown that diversity produces better outcomes – more innovation, more creative solutions and, ultimately, better financial performance. This program, held on site of this year’s Annual Meeting and Awards Ceremony, explored the...
Economic, social, gender, racial and other injustices continue to create barriers to accessing high-quality health care across the nation, and we know this is very prevalent in our patient populations. To help organizations close the gaps in access and quality among...