NYSNA Celebrates Black History Month

For every black historical figure, there are contemporary leaders making an impact. Let’s see and honor them. That is why NYSNA is hosting a series of events to celebrate Black History Month.

On February 10, NYSNA’s Social Justice and Civil Rights Committee hosted a film screening and discussion of Ava DuVernay’s critically acclaimed film, “The 13th.”

On February 15, from 7:45-8:30 PM, New York State Senator Zellnor Myrie will host a teach-in on his voting rights bill, the John R. Lewis New York State Voting Rights bill. RSVP to attend.

On February 16, from 6:00-7:15 PM, there will be a New York Labor History Association panel discussion, “Organizing the Black Medical Community: Past, Present, and Future.” Register here.

There will also be a full-day Racial Justice Training on February 17 from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM. The goal of the training is to offer members a common framework on the historical context that has produced deep inequities and racial disparities in health outcomes for patients and communities. Register here.

Finally, on Thursday, February 24 at 7:00 PM, NYSNA will host a panel discussion with Healthcare Advocates on Health Equity. We will discuss the current challenges we are facing and what role healthcare workers can play to advocate for healthcare justice and equity. Register here.

Regardless of your identity, this is a month meant for all. NYSNA hopes you know that because they fought and won, you can too. We may never be able to throw our hands up and say, “Our fight is over,” but we can say that progress is within reach.