The Root Cause Coalition

Join Catherine Crosby, Chief, Community Engagement & Institutional Accountability, NCRC, and fellow panel members for an interactive discussion to explore the crucial role that financial and community reinvestment organizations, as well as public health departments, play in addressing community safety and redevelopment, housing and workforce. Click here to learn more and to register for this session today! https://cvent.me/703vmR

Nov. 15 is the last chance to register for the at the discounted rate! With a number of outstanding speakers and presenters lined up for this year’s event, we hope to welcome you all to Kansas City in December! Register now: https://cvent.me/703vmR

El Centro de Corazón has been awarded the 2023 Health Justice Award! Sponsored by Aetna, a CVS Health Company, the Health Justice Award recognizes organizations that have successfully implemented a program or intervention to reduce health disparities. El Centro will receive $25,000 to continue their health and nutrition programs in Houston’s East End and will be formally recognized at this year’s National Summit.

View the press release: https://tinyurl.com/elcentrohja

This is the last week to secure early bird registration discount and hotel room block for ! The deadline has been extended to November 15. Don't miss your opportunity to join health equity leaders from across the nation to discuss, learn and share about social determinants of health! https://cvent.me/703vmR

The Health Justice Award, graciously sponsored by Aetna, a CVS Health Company, recognizes organizations that have successfully implemented a program or intervention to reduce health disparities. TRCC thanks the many innovative and thoughtful HJA submissions with a special congratulations to the finalists! View the finalists: https://tinyurl.com/trcchja23

Register now to secure your spot at the The early bird registration rate ends Nov. 11! Don't miss your opportunity to join health equity leaders from across the nation to discuss, learn and share about social determinants of health. https://cvent.me/703vmR

Join us on Dec. 4 at 3:30 at for breakout sessions on health care system collaboration, health equity data, housing as a health driver and 1115 waivers. Register today! https://cvent.me/703vmR

Have you registered for this year's Annual National Summit? Secure your spot and join health equity leaders from across the nation discuss the social determinants of health. Register here today! https://cvent.me/KXmM7Q

Take some time this week to listen to the newest episode of Root of the Issue, TRCC’s podcast that explores the passion and purpose of individuals from across the nation who have dedicated themselves to championing health equity for all. This week’s guests are Will Thomas and Scott Carter from Conduit Government Relations. Scott serves as the president and chief strategy officer of Conduit and brings more than 30 years of expertise in federal government relations to his work. Throughout his career he has counseled senior leaders at all levels including agency Secretaries and members of Congress on issues of economic development, minority business, veterans’ issues and how public safety net programs operate. Will Thomas is the Washington, D.C. Managing Director for Conduit and has more than a decade of experience working at the intersection of food insecurity, health and LGBTQ issues, achieving advocacy wins, and effecting policy changes at the local, state and federal levels.

Root of the Issue is made possible through the generous support of the AARP Foundation and all episodes are available on TRCC’s website and can also be accessed on your favorite podcast app, including Apple, Spotify and Google. Check out this week’s episode here: https://www.rootcausecoalition.org/podcast

Join us at the on Dec. 3 for a special session, Food is Medicine through a Social Determinants of Health Lens: Discussion and Workshop. Attendees will hear from FIM experts and have discussions focused on FIM metrics and evaluation, FIM policies, scalability and framing the connection between social determinants of health and FIM. Register here today! https://cvent.me/KXmM7Q

We’re proud to sponsor Modern Healthcare’s 2023 Social Determinants of Health Symposium coming up on October 25.

Join virtually to discover how you can contribute to advancing health equity, expanding community support, and addressing the social, economic, and environmental factors that impact vulnerable populations.

Secure your seat today: https://www.modernhealthcareevents.com/event/34d300e7-69d2-4ba8-badd-c9c54cc84923/summary?House_Trade_RCC_Social_101223

Featured sessions, keynotes and panelists include:

KEYNOTE: Robert Garrett, CEO, Hackensack Meridian Health
How Tech Giants are Making Inroads on Health Equity

KEYNOTE: Kevin Mahoney, CEO, University of Pennsylvania Health System

How Congress is Addressing Health Equity, with U.S. Representative Lisa Blunt Rochester (D-Del.)
Executives from Sinai Chicago and CVS Health discuss partnering to eliminate health disparities

Join us on Dec. 4 at the 8th annual National Summit for breakout sessions on teaching kitchens, investing in racial healing, digital connectivity and community health worker programs. Register today! https://cvent.me/703vmR

Join us on Dec. 4 at the 8th annual National Summit for breakout sessions on food security, housing security, community health centers and social health interventions. Register today! https://cvent.me/703vmR

Join us at the 8th annual National Summit for breakout sessions presented by Michigan Social Health Interventions to Eliminate Disparities (MSHIELD) and American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA). Register today! https://cvent.me/703vmR

Join Stephanie Cihon, Director of Grants and Public Policy at ProMedica, and fellow panel members for an interactive discussion to share feedback from the Come to the Table events The Root Cause Coalition has hosted in partnership with USDA over the past several months. Click here to learn more and to register for this session today! https://cvent.me/703vmR

Check out this week’s episode of Root of the Issue, TRCC’s podcast that explores the passion and purpose of individuals from across the nation who have dedicated themselves to championing health equity for all. This week’s guest is Anthony Weekly, Chief Community Reinvestment Officer with Truist Bank. In his role, Anthony is responsible for collaborating with community development partners and regulators to help meet the credit needs of low- to moderate-income (LMI) individuals and communities in Truist markets. He also leads financial wellness initiatives for LMI communities and capacity building for charitable and nonprofit organizations, such as community development institutions. Anthony’s passion for and dedication to serving others is evidenced during his discussion. Check out the full episode and all back episodes here: https://www.rootcausecoalition.org/podcast

Join Nancy Myers, Vice President of Leadership and System Innovation, AHA, and fellow panelists to reflect on their organizations’ journeys in integrating social care with health care to drive more equitable outcomes. Click here to learn more and to register for this session today! https://cvent.me/703vmR

Check out the latest Root of the Issue podcast! Root of the Issue is TRCC’s podcast that explores the passion and purpose of individuals from across the nation who have dedicated themselves to championing health equity for all. This week the tables are turned and Barbara Petee, the show’s host and Coalition President, is interviewed by Alex Lewin-Zwerdling, who serves as TRCC’s Senior Advisor and has worked with Barbara since the Coalition’s founding. In addition to sharing her personal perspectives on health equity with Alex, the two discuss the impetus for the establishment of the organization and the ways in which the membership continue to motivate and inspire our work.

Root of the Issue is made possible through the generous support of the AARP Foundation and all episodes are available on TRCC’s website and can also be accessed on your favorite podcast app, including Apple, Spotify and Google. Check out the podcasts here: https://www.rootcausecoalition.org/podcast

Be sure to listen to Root of the Issue, TRCC’s weekly podcast, made possible through the generous support of the AARP Foundation. This week’s guest is Amy Yaroch, PhD, Executive Director of the Gretchen Swanson Center for Nutrition (GSCN). In addition to her role at the Center, Dr. Yaroch also holds a Special Dean’s appointment as Professor in the Department of Health Promotion, Social and Behavioral Health at the University of Nebraska Medical Center. She has more than 20 years of experience in leading the implementation and evaluation of public health nutrition programs and, since joining GSCN in 2009, she has been leading efforts in food and nutrition insecurity, food systems, healthy eating active living, and process and outcomes evaluation.

This week’s episode, as well as archived episodes, is available on TRCC’s website and can also be accessed on your favorite podcast app, including Apple, Spotify and Google. Check out the podcast here: https://www.rootcausecoalition.org/podcast

TRCC Summit Session Update! Join Shenandoah Chefalo, President, Chefalo Consulting and Trauma Informed Specialist, whose session will focus on strategies to support employees, create a healthy and balanced culture that can be used to recruit and retain quality talent, and get the most value in implementing new ideas and wellness initiatives for employee support. Click here to learn more and to register for this session today! https://cvent.me/RPdM53

National Summit Keynote Spotlight!

Join Dr. Goldie S. Byrd, Professor and Director of the Maya Angelou Center for Health Equity at Wake Forest School of Medicine, who will discuss how to engage the faith community to address social drivers of health.

Click here to learn more and to register for this session today! https://cvent.me/RPdM53

TRCC’s National Summit Registration is Now Open!!

Registration is now open for the 2023 National Summit on the Social Determinants of Health, December 3-5 in Kansas City, Missouri. The 2023 National Summit’s theme, Working to Make Good on the Promise of Health Equity, will feature nationally recognized experts in health equity, plenary panels, more than 25 breakout sessions and 35 poster presentations. Early bird registration is $625 and includes access to all sessions, meals and special features of the Summit. We look forward to seeing you all in Kansas City! Click here to register and learn more: https://www.rootcausecoalition.org/nationalsummit

Registration for the 8th Annual National Summit is open! Don't miss your opportunity to join health equity leaders from across the nation to discuss, learn and share about social determinants of health. Register today! https://cvent.me/RPdM53

Registration is now open for the 2023 National Summit on the Social Determinants of Health, held December 3-5 in Kansas City, Missouri. The 2023 National Summit’s theme, Working to Make Good on the Promise of Health Equity, will feature nationally recognized experts in health equity, plenary panels, breakout sessions and poster presentations. Each will include a roadmap providing succinct examples for success that attendees will be able to apply in their own organizations and communities, and a full agenda will be released later this month. Early bird registration is $625 and includes access to all sessions, meals and special features of the Summit. We look forward to seeing you all in Kansas City! Click here to register and learn more.

Special note to TRCC Members – be on the lookout for your unique Summit registration codes which will be provided to your organization’s primary point of contact for The Root Cause Coalition later this month. We look forward to seeing you in December!

For more info, click here! https://web.cvent.com/event/2e5d6ad7-a3db-4c68-8ee5-b12d8112ae09/summary

Registration is now open for the 2023 National Summit on the Social Determinants of Health, December 3-5 in Kansas City, Missouri. The 2023 National Summit’s theme, Working to Make Good on the Promise of Health Equity, will feature nationally recognized experts in health equity, plenary panels, breakout sessions and poster presentations. Each will include a roadmap providing succinct examples for success that attendees will be able to apply in their own organizations and communities. Early bird registration is $625 and includes access to all sessions, meals and special features of the Summit. We look forward to seeing you all in Kansas City! Click here to register and learn more: https://web.cvent.com/event/2e5d6ad7-a3db-4c68-8ee5-b12d8112ae09/summary

Be sure to listen to Root of the Issue, TRCC’s weekly podcast, made possible through the generous support of the AARP Foundation. This week’s episode features a conversation with Leigh Caswell, Vice President of Community and Health Equity at Presbyterian Healthcare Services. In her role, Leigh coordinates and directs initiatives, strategy and operations that support the community health priorities and health equity strategy of the largest non-profit, integrated health system in New Mexico. The Food Farmacy, Accountable Health Communities, the Healthy Here Wellness Referral Center, Mobile Farmers’ Market and FreshRx are a few of the programs Leigh has helped develop to promise disease prevention, increase health equity and enhance the quality and effectiveness of clinical interventions at Presbyterian.

This week’s episode, as well as archived episodes, is available on TRCC’s website and can also be accessed on your favorite podcast app, including Apple, Spotify and Google. Check out the podcast here: https://www.rootcausecoalition.org/podcast

Be sure to listen to the most recent episode of Root of the Issue, TRCC’s weekly podcast, which features a conversation with Tina Anderson, Director of Strategic Initiatives and Territory Coach for CVS Health. In her role, Tina partners across the enterprise with leaders and consults, advises and leads strategies for success geared toward community engagement, the enhanced consumer experience and solving for what drives business through the lens of the social determinants of health, health equity and DEI. Tina is often described as the bridge between the health care needs of the population and the company. Her grassroots approach drives efforts to insert CVS Health and Aetna as a health care partner in every community, and she goes out of her way to understand the unique needs of each community. In this episode, Tina also shares her personal inspirations that led her to this work in health equity.

Root of the Issue is made possible through the generous support of the AARP Foundation and this week’s episode, as well as archived episodes, is available on TRCC’s website and can also be accessed on your favorite podcast app, including Apple, Spotify and Google. Check out the podcast here: https://www.rootcausecoalition.org/podcast

Be sure to listen to the most recent episode of Root of the Issue, which features a conversation with Peter Simonsson, PhD, MSW, LCSW, a criminologist at the Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University. Dr. Simonsson has extensive experience conducting community research in criminal-legal settings with a focus on violence and violent victimization. In addition to his academic work, he serves as an expert witness in hearings involving children with suspected or known histories of maltreatment, abuse and trauma, and is a consultant for municipal, state and federal agencies on issues involving violent crime. At Temple University, he is the faculty lead on Philadelphia Cure Violence, an evidence-based gun violence prevention program. In this episode of Root of the Issue, Dr. Simonsson discusses his work with justice-involved people who act as peer mentors to mentor and promote desistance from gun violence and stabbings in Philadelphia.

Root of the Issue is made possible each week through the generous support of the AARP Foundation. All episodes are available on TRCC’s website and can be accessed on your favorite podcast app, including Apple, Spotify and Google. Check out the podcast here: https://www.rootcausecoalition.org/podcast

Be sure to listen to the most recent episode of Root of the Issue, TRCC’s weekly podcast, which features a conversation with Councilwoman Dr. Tiffany Preston Whitman, an At-Large Toledo (Ohio) City Councilmember (appointed in 2020, elected in 2021). Her appointment to City Council marked the first time four Black women would serve on Council, and a legislative body comprised of majority women in the city's 188-year history. Born and raised in Toledo, Councilwoman Whitman comes from a family of public servants. She drew inspiration from a large extended family of strong women who persevered through hardships to advance into opportunities previously denied to them and has made it her life’s work to guarantee a quality education for all people. You can find the podcast here: https://www.rootcausecoalition.org/podcast. Let us know what you think of it!

Be sure to listen to the most recent episode of Root of the Issue, TRCC’s weekly podcast, which features a conversation with Toni Jones, Senior Director of Social Determinants of Health Growth at CareSource, a member-centric managed care plan. In this role, Toni works with internal market teams and external partners and clients of CareSource to address social care barriers and health inequities through the CareSource Life Services model.

Root of the Issue is made possible through the generous support of the AARP Foundation and this week’s episode, as well as archived episodes, is available on TRCC’s website and can also be accessed on your favorite podcast app, including Apple, Spotify and Google. Check out the podcast here: https://www.rootcausecoalition.org/podcast

This week’s episode of Root of the Issue, TRCC’s weekly podcast, features a conversation with Rob Casalou, President and CEO of Trinity Health Michigan & Southeast Regions and Sean Gehle, Regional Vice President, Advocacy, Trinity Health Michigan. With our host, Barbara Petee, the two gentlemen discuss their personal and professional commitments and approaches to health equity, and underscore the importance of hospitals and health systems being engaged in this work.

Root of the Issue is made possible through the generous support of the AARP Foundation and this week’s episode, as well as archived episodes, is available on TRCC’s website and can also be accessed on your favorite podcast app, including Apple, Spotify and Google. Check out the podcast here! https://www.rootcausecoalition.org/podcast

Nominations for TRCC’s Health Justice Award are now open! The Root Cause Coalition is pleased to announce the call for nominations for the 2023 Health Justice Award, generously sponsored by Aetna, a CVS Health Company. The Health Justice Award (HJA) recognizes and honors organizations that have successfully implemented a program or intervention to reduce health disparities within the past three years. The winner of the Award will receive $25,000 and be formally recognized at TRCC’s National Summit on Monday, December 4. To learn more about the award, guidelines and submission, click here: https://www.cvent.com/c/abstracts/7589aa2d-abb6-465f-8a84-dae1355212de

TRCC welcomes you to submit a proposal to present at the 8th Annual National Summit on the Social Determinants of Health. We are excited to extend this invitation to all health equity champions from across the nation to submit proposals for breakout sessions and poster presentations. This year’s Summit, scheduled for December 3-5 in Kansas City, promises to be the most engaging and action-oriented Summit to date. We’ll lift up proven, measurable solutions that address health equity and also collectively chart an intentional, meaningful and measurable path for progress in the months ahead. You can access the RFP portal by clicking here: https://www.cvent.com/c/abstracts/57b1b354-cb91-4769-b7d9-2c67cb257eb2 Nominations for TRCC’s Health Justice Award will be open April 17- June 17.

Be sure to listen to the most recent episode of Root of the Issue, TRCC’s weekly podcast, hosted by Barbara Petee, which features a conversation with Alfreda Rooks, MPA, Director of Community Health Services (CHS) for Michigan Medicine – UM Health. In this conversation, Alfreda discusses how she works to advance and identify creative solutions to address the health and social needs of the communities where Michigan Medicine’s patients reside. CHS programs are designed to improve health outcomes and equity of care that address the social determinants of health (SDOH).

Root of the Issue is made possible through the generous support of the AARP Foundation and this week’s episode, as well as archived episodes, is available on TRCC’s website and can also be accessed on your favorite podcast app, including Apple, Spotify and Google. Check out the podcast here! https://www.rootcausecoalition.org/podcast

Be sure to listen to the most recent episode of Root of the Issue, TRCC’s weekly podcast, hosted by Barbara Petee, which features a conversation with Christa Barfield, Founder and CEO of Farmer Jawn Agriculture and Farmer Jawn and Friends Foundation.

Christa is a health care professional turned farmer, and lifelong Philadelphia resident who, just before turning 30, realized her work-life balance was unhealthy. After a solo trip to Martinique in January of 2018, she returned home, inspired to connect with the land, plant life and social issues that heavily impact Black and Brown communities, and all people’s perception of food.

Each episode of Root of the Issue highlights discussions with national leaders who share their personal and professional journeys in advocacy, health equity and social justice. Conversations focus on the unique work each of these individuals do to end disparities in access to healthcare and basic needs in America and offer common sense solutions to the underlying injustices that prevent all Americans from living a life of health and well-being.

Root of the Issue is made possible through the generous support of the AARP Foundation and this week’s episode, as well as archived episodes, is available on TRCC’s website and can also be accessed on your favorite podcast app, including Apple, Spotify and Google. Check out the podcast here: https://www.rootcausecoalition.org/podcast

New research from TRCC out today showing widespread support for public benefits like and . Click on the link to learn more:

More Than Three-Quarters of Americans Believe that Programs Like SNAP and WIC Benefit Society Contact: Alexandra Lewin-Zwerdling FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Senior Advisor Research and Communications [email protected] 202.769.9015 More Than Three-Quarters of Americans Believe that Programs Like SNAP and WIC Benefit Society and Help People Get Back on Their Feet The Root Cause Coalit...

New podcast just dropped! Listen to this week's Root of the Issue episode. TRCC's President, Barbara Petee, is joined by Gary Cates, the Chief Philanthropy and Government Relations Officer for ProMedica. Gary shares his story on how he became involved in the movement towards addressing the social determinants of health as well as some of those that influenced and inspired him along the way. Take a listen here or on your favorite streaming service: https://www.rootcausecoalition.org/podcast

The Root Cause Coalition has just released its 2nd Annual Trends, Attitudes and Perspectives (TAP) Report. Throughout 2022, TRCC conducted a series of online, 1,000-person, nationally representative surveys to explore Trends, Attitudes and Perceptions (TAP) about issues related to health equity. This report focuses on public perception of major issues related to the social determinants of health.

A few of the issues related to health equity we explored this year include health equity, how the home environment impacts health and well-being, mental health, maternal health, gun violence, food allergies, the impact of digital device usage in the lives of Americans, and COVID-19. The data from these surveys offers a snapshot as to how Americans are thinking about these issues and helps TRCC and its members strategically collaborate with one another to educate and advocate for the advancement of these issues among policymakers, partners and others.

We especially thank TRCC Research Committee members and individuals who suggested survey topics, strengthened our survey questions and assisted with sharing the output over this past year. You can find our latest TAP Report on our website below!

TRCC releases its 2nd Annual Trends, Attitudes and Perspectives (TAP) Report The Root Cause Coalition has just released its 2nd Annual Trends, Attitudes and Perspectives (TAP) Report. Throughout 2022, TRCC conducted a series of online, 1,000-person, nationally representative surveys to explore Trends, Attitudes and Perceptions (TAP) about issues related to health equity. Thi...

The Root Cause Coalition has just released its 2nd Annual Trends, Attitudes and Perspectives (TAP) Report. Throughout 2022, TRCC conducted a series of online, 1,000-person, nationally representative surveys to explore Trends, Attitudes and Perceptions (TAP) about issues related to health equity. This report focuses on public perception of major issues related to the social determinants of health. A few of the issues related to health equity we explored this year include health equity, how the home environment impacts health and well-being, mental health, maternal health, gun violence, food allergies, the impact of digital device usage in the lives of Americans, and COVID-19. The data from these surveys offers a snapshot as to how Americans are thinking about these issues and helps TRCC and its members strategically collaborate with one another to educate and advocate for the advancement of these issues among policymakers, partners and others. We especially thank TRCC Research Committee members and individuals who suggested survey topics, strengthened our survey questions and assisted with sharing the output over this past year.

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TRCC’s weekly podcast, Root of the Issue, shares the personal and professional journeys of health equity advocates. Conversations focus on the unique work each of these individuals do to end disparities in access to healthcare. Hosted by TRCC President, Barbara Petee, the most recent episode features a conversation with Larry Burns, President and CEO, The Children’s Foundation. Check out this week's episode below!

A Healthy Future Starts in Childhood with Larry Burns Larry Burns, President and CEO of the Children’s Foundation, joins host Barbara Petee to discuss the work he leads as well as how the vision and focus of the organization has evolved over the last few years in the face of the Covid-19 pandemic. When asked how he would defined health equity, Larry ...