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Bridges To Health
Pushing the portal: Health Exchange going high-tech
Nov 10, 2011 — Capitol Weekly
By Alisen Boada
There’s NOT an app for that - but there probably should be.
Ca... [ More ]
Will Health Insurance Reform Reach Those Who Really Need It?
Nov 09, 2011 — Huffington Post
By Preeti Vissa
Issues that affect our lives don't happen in a vacuum. Everythin... [ More ]
Organizers hope South L.A. healthcare initiative expands
Nov 07, 2011 — Los Angeles Times
By David Zahniser
Maria Sencion has been feeling dizzy. Not all the time, but ... [ More ]
Policy and Legislation
The Greenlining Institute's Bridges to Health team seeks to empower communities of color to engage them in the policy process. By working with our coalition, we are able to advocate and educate for policy changes that improve the health of our communities.
Current Legislation
Healthcare reform:
A health care crisis is currently impacting the well-being and economic vitality of California. Nearly 7 million Californians are uninsured. This crisis is particularly pertinent to communities of color, who are more likely to be uninsured; in fact, approximately 75% of uninsured Californians include people of color. A system that prioritizes quality health care for everyone leads to vibrant communities. Our program works to provide a voice for and engage low-income communities of color, who are disproportionately affected by inadequate health coverage, to participate in the process of advocating for a better health care system.
California Current Legislation:
SB 810-Mark Leno (D) The California Universal Healthcare Act
Other Legislation:
AB 1405-Keven DeLeon (D) California Global Warming Solutions Act: Community Benefits Fund
Bill Analysis
Additional Resources
California Pan-Ethnic Health Network
Families USA
The Henry J. Kaiser Family Foundation