The National Indian Health Board (NIHB) and the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Agency for Toxic Substance and Disease Registry (ATSDR) invite you to join us for a webinar series that will continue connecting people from different backgrounds and Tribes, communities, federal agencies, Tribal organizations and state and local entities to address various environmental health and environmental justice issues of mutual concern across all regions as well as issues specific to individual regions as we did in our physical summits.
The webinars will be held on the second and fourth Wednesday of every month from 3:00 pm to 4:30 pm ET (12pm PT, 1pm MT, 2pm CT).
Health Equity in Environmental Health
Health equity in Environmental Health in tribal country addresses the critical intersection of public health and environmental justice within Indigenous communities. This multifaceted topic explores the disparities in health outcomes and environmental conditions faced by tribal populations, emphasizing the need for fair and just distribution of resources, opportunities, and burdens. Examining the impact of environmental factors on the well-being of Indigenous communities, this discourse delves into issues such as access to clean water, exposure to pollutants, and the broader social determinants of health. By acknowledging and addressing these challenges, the pursuit of health equity in tribal environmental health strives to empower Indigenous communities, foster resilience, and promote a sustainable and harmonious relationship between human health and the environment.
Key Topics:
- Environmental Justice in Indigenous Communities
- Access to Clean Water and Air Quality
- Social Determinants of Health in Tribal Contexts
- Empowering Indigenous Communities for Sustainable Health
Speakers: Carrie Fields
