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...