The National Collaborative for Health Equity presents the latest news, articles, events and program highlights to help you stay connected and informed.
Latest Resources.
Resources & Media.
Racial Gap Widened in Deaths Among US Moms Around the Time of Childbirth
By Mike Stobbe, AP In 2023, Black women in the U.S. died at a rate nearly 3.5 times higher than white women around the time of childbirth. While maternal mortality rates overall have fallen below prepandemic levels, the racial gap continues to...
It’s Time to Ditch Toxic Social Media Platforms
By Chauncey DeVega, Salon "we must practice disciplines that calm our nervous system" "Just as marketers of beverages, tobacco and alcohol used emotional images and slogans to addict consumers to their products, today the social media world...
Hope is at the heart of “healthy mourning”
By Chauncey DeVega, Salon "I am reminded that the journey for justice is a long and hard-fought one, but I believe that victory will be ours." In her latest Salon interview, Dr. Christopher offers profound insights on navigating grief in times...
4 Tips on Addressing Racism in Schools
By Quintessa Williams, Word in Black Addressing racism in schools isn't just an option—it's a necessity. Every student deserves a safe and enjoyable environment to thrive. (Read...
Healing Racism’s Harms in Nursing
Dr. Gail Christopher and collogues discuss the challenges and opportunities for creating a culture of equity within nursing. (Learn...

2025 National Day of Racial Healing Statement by Dr. Gail C. Christopher
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 21, 2025 Contact: Michael K. Frisby [email protected]/202-625-4328 STATEMENT BY DR. GAIL C. CHRISTOPHER, NCHE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, ON THE NATIONAL DAY OF RACIAL HEALING President Jimmy Carter Epitomized...

The 9th Annual National Day of Racial Healing
The 9th annual National Day of Racial Healing is Jan. 21, 2025! Join leaders from Cohort 3 of the Culture of Health Leadership Institute for Racial Healing (CoHLI) as they come together to engage in meaningful conversations focused on...
Racial Inequities Persist for Black People in Retirement
By Ethnic Media Services Recent studies reveal that many Black workers face significant challenges leading to early retirement. Factors like poorer health and more physically demanding jobs contribute to this trend. As a result, financial...
Our Country and Democracy Demand Open Hearts and Minds
"The election left some Americans elated, others bereft, and all of us divided. It’s time for collective healing and self-care." By Gail C. Christopher, Washington Monthly (Read...
CoHLI December Law Live Expert Session with Dennis Parker
The law has been an important pillar in effecting social change throughout the history of the United States. Its effectiveness and use have changed over the country’s history. This discussion considers the history of litigation as a means of...