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The Story Behind ‘Black Voices, Black Bodies’

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Editor’s note: A recording of the event is embedded below. 

Join us for a thought-provoking discussion on the intersection of race, health, and societal expectations in the age of modern obesity treatments. Presented by STAT and Word in Black, this event will explore the impact of drugs like Ozempic on the Black community.

Hear from Black voices nationwide as they share their experiences with weight loss, systemic discrimination, and the pressures of living in a larger body. This conversation will address affordability, access, and the legacy of anti-Blackness in health care. Engage with these crucial issues and gain a deeper understanding of the challenges faced by Black individuals today.

Featured Speakers

  • Davvon Branker, photographer and visual artist
  • Anissa Durham, health data reporter, Word in Black
  • Michel Hobson, M.A. Ed, L&D, senior consultant, learning and development
  • Sudi Kay, CEO, Cosmic by Sudi Kay; former teacher
  • Crystal Milner, picture editor, STAT
  • Nicholas St. Fleur, general assignment reporter; associate director of editorial events, STAT (moderator)

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