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Elon Darthard Bridges Gaps in Public Health and Disaster Relief 
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Elon Darthard Bridges Gaps in Public Health and Disaster Relief 

Khari Jones Jr.,  Contributing Writer March 26, 2025

Elon Darthard has always been drawn to the intersection of health, community, and resilience. A Master of Public Health graduate from the University of Southern California (USC), she has dedicated her career to addressing medical literacy, health promotion, and community-based interventions for underserved populations. Through her nonprofit, Persevering Minds, she is making a tangible impact—most recently in disaster relief efforts following the devastating Los Angeles fires. 

Treated as Suspects, Not Patients: How Systemic Racism Harms Black Male Gun Violence Survivors
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Treated as Suspects, Not Patients: How Systemic Racism Harms Black Male Gun Violence Survivors

Stacy M. Brown NNPA Newswire Senior National CorrespondentFebruary 13, 2025

A disturbing new report reveals that Black men who survive gun violence are often treated as suspects rather than patients, exposing systemic racial biases in healthcare and law enforcement practices. The findings, compiled by Dr. Cherrell Green, a non-residential fellow at the Violence, Inequality, and Power Lab, examine the structural inequalities that shape how Black men experience trauma, recovery, and medical care.

The Impact of Maternal Health & How To Be Aware
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The Impact of Maternal Health & How To Be Aware

Christopher Petty Contributing WriterOctober 2, 2024

Within our country, there is a pattern of health factors and terms that are often used when explaining the lifestyle that many people of color have to endure. However, it is extremely difficult to fully understand the amount of health issues that women, especially women of color, potentially face.

5th Annual Back 2 School Festival: Empowering South L.A. Youth
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5th Annual Back 2 School Festival: Empowering South L.A. Youth

Shawna Charles, MBA, Ph.D. Contributing WriterAugust 7, 2024

Leimert Park in Los Angeles was vibrant with over 4,000 attendees at the 5th Annual Back 2 School Festival hosted by It’s Bigger Than Us (IBTU)  August 3, 2024,. This community-driven event aimed to provide essential resources and support to the youth of South Los Angeles, ensuring they are well-equipped and inspired for the upcoming school year.