Dr. Gail C Christopher (@drgcchristopher) 's Twitter Profile
Dr. Gail C Christopher

@drgcchristopher

Founder Ntianu Garden: Center for Healing and Nature. Former WKKF Senior Advisor and Vice President for Truth Racial Healing and Transformation.

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A new National Academies report assesses racial differences in crime and criminal justice involvement and offers evidence-driven policy and solutions to reduce harm and advance racial equity in the criminal justice system: ow.ly/zj5E50Pp9c7

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Criminal justice reform has an essential role to play in addressing and reducing racial inequality. A new National Academies report offers recommendations to advance racial equity in the justice system: ow.ly/B03U50Pp8rb

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There is a lack of consistent, reliable data, as well as data transparency and accountability, in the criminal justice system. A new National Academies report highlights the challenge of creating an accurate picture of racial inequality in the justice system: ow.ly/GUGk50Ppb9H

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NEW REPORT: High-quality data is crucial to effectively improving health systems in the U.S., according to National Academies Read more about what steps can be taken to advance health equity: bit.ly/43Rv2Oy

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Groups like Institute for Healthcare Improvement (IHI) AMA Race Forward & many other organizations have joined forces to create Rise to Health Coalition. Learn more about the coalition & its recommendations for how health systems can support equity leaders & advance our health system. ow.ly/kscI50PF0tc

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This piece by Think Global Health breaks down how rural health varies by racial and ethnic groups — and examines how data discrepancies and stereotypes negatively impact the health of these communities. Read more: thinkglobalhealth.org/article/examin…

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During these troubling times, multiple studies have found that Americans support racial healing. Similar to our findings, new research from de Beaumont Foundation shows public health workers are eager to address racism as a public health crisis 📷 bit.ly/3SbNcs1

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New regulations from HHS.gov will require more transparency about artificial intelligence used in clinical settings, with the goal of helping providers understand algorithms’ potential risks and avoid bias. Learn more: bit.ly/3RHpYt7

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In a recent RWJF blog, Tina Kauh shares how the lack of adequately disaggregated data harms underrepresented groups. Learn how researchers and philanthropy can address structural racism in data collection: rwjf.ws/3GDFFv9

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We cannot advance health equity without addressing the health inequities that people with disabilities face. I highly recommend you read George Hobor’s article discussing how improved data can protect the rights and well-being of people with disabilities. bit.ly/47IsYLz

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NEW: #PLACES now includes 9 new social measures (e.g., unemployment, housing, internet access, single-parent households), which can be examined alongside local health data for improved community planning. bit.ly/3IKTkk2

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I highly encourage you to read through this article from my colleague alonzo plough as he chats with RWJF Data Commissioner Dr. Mary T. Bassett on why reparations are needed to save lives.

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ICYMI: @OMBPress updated federal race and ethnicity standards to include historically excluded communities. Tina Kauh unpacked the change and what it’ll mean for racial equity with Meeta Anand, mayaberry, Rosalind Gold NALEO Educational Fund, & Terry Ao Minnis. Check it out⬇️ bit.ly/4aZptSi

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Recently, CDC Foundation launched its updated Public Health Data Strategy for 2024-2025 and a companion 2023 Lookback Report. Learn about their work to modernize public health data infrastructures to help effectively address health disparities. bit.ly/4d0PLoG

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I highly encourage you to read the transcript of this informative discussion with Meeta Anand, mayaberry, Tina Kauh, and Ninez Ponce as they discuss how to ensure @OMBPress' revisions to its race and ethnicity standards implementation is appropriate. bit.ly/3XzTfcG

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The American public is perceived to be hopelessly divided over the question of race and related issues, yet evidence suggests a more complex racial environment, writes Dr. Gail C Christopher of @NatlCo. ethnicmediaservices.org/news-exchange/…

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“Is There a Cure for Racism?” In the final episode of #SilenceInSikeston, host Cara Anthony talks about institutional change with Dr. Gail C Christopher. Listen to the episode, then join the conversation: kffhealthnews.org/news/podcast/i…

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In our data-driven world, granular data is crucial for creating solutions that effectively benefit our diverse communities. Read RWJF Data Commissioner Ninez Ponce's new piece to learn why everyone’s story is necessary to drive real change. bit.ly/4eY3xJ7

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We have the power to use data to improve health and nutrition outcomes for all communities, but only if we rethink how it can be used. Read my perspective in RWJF’s new State of Childhood Obesity report: bit.ly/3CXUJVW

We have the power to use data to improve health and nutrition outcomes for all communities, but only if we rethink how it can be used. Read my perspective in <a href="/RWJF/">RWJF</a>’s new State of Childhood Obesity report: bit.ly/3CXUJVW