At NYAM we’re champions for health equity. We tackle barriers that prevent people from living a healthy life. We do this by generating knowledge, changing systems and engaging the public.
In August 2020, NYAM launched our Action Agenda for Health Equity, an ambitious strategic approach to continue our important work and to renew our ongoing commitment to ensuring health for everyone. Read on to learn about the latest updates.
When the COVID-19 pandemic hit, NYAM was ready. We invite you to scroll through our new interactive digital publication, which tells the story of our last 12 months of COVID-19 response.
NYAM is proud to announce the addition of five new members to its Board of Trustees.
Manhattan Borough President Gale A. Brewer and NYAM announced a new initiative, Age-friendly Manhattan, to address the issues faced by older New Yorkers in the borough of Manhattan.
Visit our What Can I Do? digital hub for more information and resources on vaccines and how to turn vaccine hesitancy into vaccine trust.
Get to know the NYAM staff who are generating the knowledge needed to change systems.
"Multisector collaboratives are increasingly becoming popular strategies for improving population health. Therefore, my work is focused on examining and promoting community stakeholder partnerships that are making coordinated and integrated efforts toward improving health outcomes in low-income communities."
“I’m working with counties across New York State to create a healthier, more age-friendly state by guiding the implementation of Health & Age Across All Policies.”
"I’m focused on ensuring health equity remains central in our response to the COVID-19 pandemic through policy analysis and research. My work prioritizes historically marginalized communities including people living in poverty, people who use drugs, and incarcerated individuals."
“I’m focused on addressing inequities in maternal and child health. I’m proud to be part of a forward-thinking, inclusive organization dedicated to achieving health equity for people of all ages.”
“I’m helping to create a platform where community residents can consistently and boldly advocate for equity in the care they receive for their children, neighbors, and families across various systems. I participate in initiatives led by residents that use their wisdom and lived experience to activate the policy changes they deem necessary to thrive in East Harlem.”
"I’m working with community-based organizations, healthcare providers, departments of health, and others to identify community needs and priorities—and to build the evidence base for effective programs that address key social factors, support good health, and reduce inequities."
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