Taking Action for Health Equity: A Post-Election Analysis

A discussion with: Rebekah Gewirtz, Executive Director of the National Association of Social Workers – MA Chapter Carlene Pavlos, Executive Director of the Massachusetts Public Health Association Jorge Delva, Boston University School of Social Work Dean, Center for Innovation in Social Work & Health Director, and Paul Farmer Professor (moderator) After the 2020 U.S. presidential election—and amidst the COVID-19 pandemic and continuing racial injustice—the role for social work and public health in addressing pressing health and social justice issues will be more crucial than ever before. In this post-election discussion, Rebekah Gewirtz, Executive Director of the National Association of Social Workers – MA Chapter, and Carlene Pavlos, Executive Director of the Massachusetts Public Health Association, will discuss their organizations’ priorities, policy agendas, and strategies, and provide analysis on how practitioners and leaders in social work and public health can identify opportunities and work toward positive change during the next administration. Hosted by the Center for Innovation in Social Work & Health at Boston University’s School of Social Work. This event is free and open to the public. Advance registration required. 1.5 free continuing education credits are available for social workers licensed in Massachusetts, after completion of a brief quiz.

When 5:30 pm to 7:00 pm on Tuesday, November 17, 2020
Contact Name Nilagia McCoy
Phone 617-358-1889
Contact Email nilagia@bu.edu
Contact Organization Center for Innovation in Social Work & Health
Fees Free
Speakers Rebekah Gewirtz, Carlene Pavlos, Jorge Delva