Facing Bias in the Medical System

In-Person (2nd fl-room 2106)

Healthy Start Brooklyn is hosting a safe space for individuals who have experienced bias in the medical system.

We will provide a supportive environment to:

• Share stories
• Validate each other's experiences
• Work together towards healing

Whether it is discrimination based on race, gender or any other factor, we're here to foster understanding, empowerment, and advocacy in the face of systemic challenges.

*Please note: OPEN ENROLLMENT THROUGOUT but SPACE IS LIMITED *

NEW TOPIC EACH WEEK THAT BUILDS UPON EACH WEEK.

******METROCARD PROVIDED AND LIGHT REFRESHMENTS SERVED******

For more information and to request accommodation, contact kalli@health.nyc.gov.

Instructor Bio:

Kathie Alli - Crisis Counselor with trauma-informed practice training, working towards her MSW. She has advocated for veterans in the past and has extensive experience in holistic health and resilience strategy.

Event Sponsor:

Healthy Start Brooklyn provides a variety of support programs and classes for expectant and new parents who live in Brooklyn. You can get education and support about pregnancy, childbirth, parenting, breastfeeding, fatherhood and healthy living.

Visit on.nyc.gov/healthystart to learn more.

Interpretation services are available upon request. Please submit requests no later than 72 hours before the event to kalli@health.nyc.gov.

可应要求提供口译服务。请在不晚于活动开始前的 72 小时提交要求至 kalli@health.nyc.gov。

Se dispone de servicios de interpretación previa solicitud. Por favor, envíe su solicitud como mínimo 72 horas antes del evento a kalli@health.nyc.gov.

Interprétation disponible sur demande. Veuillez soumettre vos demandes au minimum 72 heures avant l'événement à kalli@health.nyc.gov.