Right To Health Inc.

Right To Health Inc., identified by its Employer Identification Number (EIN) 261967280, is a nonprofit organization dedicated to addressing health disparities and racial injustices in the United States. The organization aims to foster communities that are resilient and equitable in health care access.

Mission

Right To Health focuses on health prevention and addressing racial inequities through a restorative health perspective. It seeks to empower individuals with tools to mitigate conflict and stress. The organization is committed to creating a national network of health care providers, researchers, scientists, community leaders, technologists, and educators. This coalition is designed to alleviate the health impacts of racism across ethnic groups, with a particular emphasis on Black Americans.

Guiding Principles

Right To Health operates under several guiding principles:

• Clearing Perceptions on Race and Health Disparities: The organization seeks to educate the public about how racism impacts health disparities in the United States, encouraging open discussions about these issues.
• Encouraging Dialogue on Racism: It promotes understanding of both overt and subtle forms of racism, highlighting their equal impacts on health outcomes for people of color.
• Research and Funding: Right To Health emphasizes the need for more research and secure funding to study the effects of racism on health outcomes.
• Education on White Privilege and White Fragility: The organization encourages study and dialogue on these concepts to foster awareness and empathy.
• Civic Engagement: It advocates for respectful civic engagement to address these issues collectively.

Founder and Leadership

The organization was founded by Leslie Gregory, a certified Physician Assistant and social justice activist. She emphasizes a dynamic approach to teaching racial justice through health practices.

Activities and Services

Right To Health provides organizational consulting and community outreach services. It supports the idea that healthy individuals contribute to strong communities, emphasizing equity and inclusion for healthy minds and bodies. The organization encourages donations, volunteering, and advocacy to support its mission.

Impact

While specific metrics on Right To Health's impact are not detailed, the organization's focus on racial equity and health disparities aligns with broader national efforts to address these critical social issues. Its emphasis on community engagement and education aims to empower marginalized communities and foster systemic change in health care.

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