From Redlining to Health Equity: Atlanta’s Past, Present, and Path Forward

Redlining has left a lasting imprint on Atlanta’s neighborhoods; shaping where people live, what resources they can access, and ultimately, their health. While these policies were enacted decades ago, their effects are still visible today in patterns of chronic disease, life expectancy, and access to care across the city. Join us for a timely and engaging breakfast conversation exploring the intersection of history, place, and health.

The program will begin with a presentation by Victoria Lemos, podcast producer of Archive Atlanta, who will ground us in the history of redlining in Atlanta and how these policies structured opportunity—and inequity—across generations.

Following the presentation, a distinguished panel of leaders from across sectors will reflect on how redlining continues to shape health outcomes today, and—critically—what is being done to address these inequities in practice. Panelists will share perspectives from faith, healthcare, civic leadership, and community engagement, offering real-world examples of how Atlanta is working toward a more equitable future.

Panelists include:

• Pastor Eric Thomas, Saint Peter Missionary Baptist Church; Chairman, Metro Atlanta Ministerial Alliance (MAMA); Member, ARCHI Advisory Community of Practice
• Howard Mosby, Vice President, Division of Medical Affairs, Grady Health System
• LaShawn Hoffman, Civic Leader and Managing Partner, Hoffman & Associates
• Dr. Jayne Morgan, Adjunct Associate Professor of Medicine, Morehouse School of Medicine; VP of Medical Affairs, Hello Heart

This event is designed for community leaders, healthcare professionals, policymakers, and anyone interested in understanding how historical policies continue to influence health and how cross-sector collaboration can drive meaningful change.

Come ready to learn, reflect, and engage in a conversation about Atlanta’s past, present, and the path forward.

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