HOPE in Action

In Part 1 of our conversation, we explore the intersection of kindness, sacred storytelling, and the pursuit of optimal health. Healing artist Stefanie Tovar and strategist Maria Dautruche share their approaches to lovingly disrupting the status quo and redefining what it means to be well. Tune in to hear how grounding ourselves in deep listening and embracing our true desires can pave the way for...

Welcome to the HOPE in Action podcast series by the National Collaborative for Health Equity (NCHE). In the second half of our conversation, we dive into the transformative power of vulnerability, courage, and the hard work of building community bridges. Von Gordon and Ariel Jimenez discuss navigating advocacy work, maintaining faith in the face of systemic challenges, and the vital importance of...

Welcome to the HOPE in Action podcast series by the National Collaborative for Health Equity (NCHE). In the first half of our conversation, we explore the profound impact of honoring our ancestors and embracing cultural healing. Von Gordon and Ariel Jimenez share their personal journeys, the wisdom passed down from their mentors, and the concept of "La Cultura Cura" (culture heals). Tune...

Welcome to the HOPE in Action podcast series by the National Collaborative for Health Equity (NCHE). In the second half of our conversation on "Food Justice & Sovereignty," Treasure Sheppard and MB Mitcham dive deeper into community-led solutions and participatory research. They share how vital it is to value lived experience and cultural preferences when addressing food accessibilit...

Welcome to the Hope in Action podcast by the National Collaborative for Health Equity (NCHE). In this episode, "Food Justice & Sovereignty," we move beyond the concept of “food deserts” to discuss “food swamps” and the fight for true food sovereignty. Treasure Sheppard and MB Mitcham join us to explore how grassroots movements and community-led initiatives are reclaiming healthy food...

In our inaugural episode, we explore how artists use storytelling, music, and performance to advance healing and racial justice. Join us for a powerful conversation featuring interdisciplinary artists April Fitzpatrick and Mahoganee Amiger as they discuss the science behind art as medicine and the transformative power of creativity in our communities. In this episode, we cover: The Science of Heal...