2023 Inaugural Child Health Equity Symposium
United for Health Equity
In an inspiring collaboration, more than 100 individuals and diverse organizations gathered in Orlando with a unified mission: to confront health disparities head-on. This was driven by an unwavering commitment to health equity.
With the steadfast support of the Central Florida community and the Ginsburg Family Foundation, Nemours is at the forefront of this endeavor. Our efforts extend beyond medicine, focusing on creating sustainable change that will secure a healthier future for the children of our region. Together we are laying the foundation for a society where every child has the opportunity to thrive and live their healthiest life.
2023 Child Health Equity Symposium
Take a look at this recap of the inaugural Child Health Equity Symposium presented by the Ginsburg Institute at Nemours. The event was held November 2, 2023.
2023 Symposium: By the Numbers
110
Total participants from community leaders and Nemours
50
Unique community organizations in attendance
5
Community sectors engaged, including business, education and local government leaders
4
Workgroups identified to reconvene and advance the priorities and strategies shared
Key Highlights
Opportunity to transform the definition of children's health and align efforts across the community
Call to action to reduce barriers and bridge the gap in our community in children's health disparities
Invest in employee health; healthy parents can create healthy kids.
Opportunity for the Ginsburg Institute to become the convenor of resources and organizations that can achieve health equity for children
Build a community of health equity champions.
“I believe that together, we can achieve health equity for children through the power of cross-sector collaboration.”
– Dr. Tony Iton's keynote address
“I was beyond impressed and excited to see all the wonderful leaders come together ... for the benefit of improving a child’s overall health and well-being.”
– Jamie Merrill, President & CEO,
Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Florida
“I'm excited that we have organizations like this and the Ginsburg Institute putting the power and their resources to bring us together.”
– Marni Stahlman, President & CEO, Mental Health Association of Central Florida
- Dr. Tony Iton
- Jamie Merrill
- Marni Stahlman