The African American Wellness Project is Continuing to Empower African American Health [Video]

It’s Minority Health Month!

Elaine Myada

Empowering African American Health: The African American Wellness Project

In the landscape of healthcare, disparities in access and quality are all too common, particularly for African Americans. The African American Wellness Project (AAWP) stands as a beacon of hope, aiming to bridge these gaps and empower communities to attain better health outcomes. Established with a profound recognition of the systemic challenges faced by African Americans in healthcare, AAWP is committed to fostering wellness and equity.

Addressing the Disparities

The statistics are sobering. African Americans often receive lower quality care compared to other demographics, leading to stark health disparities. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), African Americans are more likely to suffer from chronic conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, and heart disease compared to their white counterparts. These disparities are further exacerbated by socioeconomic factors, historical injustices, structural inequities, and systemic biases within the healthcare system.

Our Mission and Vision

AAWP was born out of a …