The City Talks: Equity in Wellness | MFA Boston and YW Boston

On October 19, 2022, YW Boston and the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, hosted The City Talks: Equity in Wellness at Hibernian Hall in Roxbury. Inspired by “The Obama Portraits Tour” and honoring Michelle Obama’s legacy of prioritizing the mental and physical well-being of all Americans-especially young people and people of color-this event discussed issues of wellness in Boston’s marginalized communities.
The event program included a panel discussion with city leaders who have made an impact in the wellness industry:
Dr. Anouska Bhattacharyya, Vice President of Programs, YW Boston
Ashley Mitchell, Founder of the Courage Campaign
Lisa Simmons, Director of the Roxbury International Film Festival
Heather White, Founder and CEO of TrillFit
Amaka Ubaka, Emmy award-winning journalist and 7NEWS anchor, moderated this panel.
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About YW Boston
As the first YWCA in the nation, YW Boston has been at the forefront of advancing equity for over 155 years. Through our DEI Services-such as InclusionBoston and LeadBoston-as well as our advocacy work and F.Y.R.E. Initiative, we help individuals and organizations change policies, practices, attitudes, and behaviors with a goal of creating more inclusive environments where women, people of color, and especially women of color can succeed.
Learn more at www.ywboston.o...