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The NMA is proud to share that President-Elect, Roger A. Mitchell Jr., MD, is representing as a keynote speaker at the 116th NAACP National Convention!
This powerful and immersive gathering brings together change-makers, thought-leaders, entrepreneurs, scholars, entertainers, and creatives—all united to celebrate and harness our community’s collective power.
We’re honored to stand with the NAACP in advancing equity, empowerment, and innovation. Let’s continue to lead, inspire, and transform the future of our communities, together. ✊🏾🖤
#NMAatNAACP #NAACPConvention #BlackExcellence #CommunityPower #NMA #RogerAMitchell #HealthEquity #LeadershipMatters #NAACP116
Join us at Essence Fest for an important conversation on the State of Health in Black America, Where Do We Go From Here?
🕝 2:30 PM – 2:55 PM
We’re proud to share that Dr. Roger A. Mitchell Jr., NMA President-Elect, will be speaking on this dynamic panel of health equity leaders.
This critical discussion will explore solutions to health disparities and the future of care in Black communities. Don’t miss it!
#HealthEquity #BlackHealthMatters #NMA #PublicHealth #Leadership #BlackExcellence #EssenceFest
LIVE from #EssenceFest at the Global Black Economic Forum, Dr. Roger A. Mitchell, Jr., President-Elect of the National Medical Association, is speaking truth on the intersection of criminal justice and health care.
Today’s focus:
* The Medicaid Inmate Exclusion Policy and why denying healthcare to incarcerated individuals is a public health crisis.
* The realities of Death in Custody, drawn from his powerful book Death in Custody: How America Ignores the Truth.
* The urgent need to collect data on incarcerated individuals, from care to custody to death.
Join us as we continue to lead in the fight for justice-centered healthcare.
#NMA #BlackHealthMatters #CriminalJusticeReform #DeathInCustody #MedicaidJustice #EssenceFestival2025 #GlobalBlackEconomicForum #HealthEquity
The systems are shifting. The stakes are high.
During the Global Black Economic Forum at @EssenceFest, NMA President-Elect Roger Mitchell, Jr., MD will be joining powerful voices to chart the course for justice and health equity.
🗓️ Today at 1PM – Criminal Justice
🗓️ Tomorrow at 2:30PM – Health Equity
➡️ Join us and contribute to the conversation.
🎥 Live stream: gbef.com | https://www.youtube.com/@globalblackeconomicforum
#GBEF #EssenceFest #HealthEquity #CriminalJustice #BlackExcellence #NMAVoices
The National Medical Association is deeply concerned following today’s passage of President Donald Trump’s new tax bill in the U.S. House of Representatives. This legislation threatens to strip health care coverage from millions by slashing Medicaid and weakening safety net programs.
The NMA remains steadfast in fighting for equitable, quality health care for every American. This fight is not over. We call on all medical professionals and advocates to stand with us.
READ MORE HERE: https://bitl.to/4nNr
#HealthCareForAll #MedicaidMatters #NMAStrong #HealthEquity #StopTheCuts
Join a community of over 50,000 dedicated African American physicians and professionals committed to making a positive impact on healthcare. Discover the benefits of NMA membership, access professional development opportunities, and become a part of a network dedicated to advancing health equity.
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