Navigating Open Enrollment: Expanding Access to Affordable Healthcare
The Foundation for Healthy Communities’ expanded Marketplace Navigators program helps NH residents secure coverage during open enrollment for better health.
Decolonizing History: An Indigenous People's Day Reflection
The New Hampshire Center for Justice & Equity (NHCJE) spoke with Victoria Carrington Chavéz, an Afro-Indigenous Latina artist, storyteller, and advocate, whose work beautifully combines her diverse identities and her dedication to reclaiming cultural legacies.
How to Embrace Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion in an Authentic Way
Volunteer NH’s internal journey toward justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion (JEDI) stands out as a powerful testament to its commitment to ensuring that all Granite Staters, regardless of background, have space within the service sector. The New Hampshire Center for Justice & Equity (NHCJE) spoke with Volunteer NH’s staff and Board Members to discover the unique ways that make the organization’s pursuit of these values more authentic.
A New Mural in Manchester Honors Immigrant Heritage
Manchester's new mural is a tribute to the city’s rich heritage of many cultures, resilience, and unity
How MPAL is Empowering Youth Through Mentorship and Diversion
The Manchester Police Athletic League’s Choices program connects at-risk youth and formerly incarcerated individuals to build trust and drive positive change.
Why We Need Representation in Schools: Insights from a School Administrator
Representation matters. Assistant Principal Jerold White highlights the need for a diverse teaching force and inclusive school environments.
From Adversity to Advocacy: A Story of Resilience and Systemic Change
Ophelia Burnett tells NHCJE about the highs and lows of her life after prison, culminating in award-winning advocacy for women and anti-slavery language.
Life after Prison: Navigating the Challenges of Reentering Society
Anthony Payton shares insights on building a life after incarceration and overcoming re-entry challenges with mental health, probation, and rehabilitation.
Fostering Food and Nutrition Equity in NH
A look at initiatives promoting equitable access to healthy meals and empowering communities, with sustainable solutions that drive positive change.
Cultivating Health Equity: Insights from a New England Medical Director
Medical Director Dr. Marie Ramas talks to NHCJE about health equity and initiatives to address health disparities
Environmental Equity in New Hampshire: Advocating for Justice and Change
Clean air, safe housing, and high quality of life shouldn’t be a privilege. Learn about the Environmental Justice Movement with CLF advocate Arnold Mikolo
How Community Partnerships Advance Health Equity
NHCJE spoke with Henry Och, CEO of Harbor Care, about the organization’s mission to tackle health disparities and provide services to vulnerable populations.
New Hampshire’s Housing Crisis Is A Human Rights Issue
Something as basic as a home should be easy to access. Elissa Margolin, Director of Housing Action NH, tells what's being done to fix the housing crisis.
New Hampshire Has a Dedicated Unit to Protect and Uphold Civil Rights
We spoke with Sean Locke, Director of the DOJ’s Civil Rights Unit, on how their work is essential for promoting social justice and equality in New Hampshire.
The Arts are a Tool to Promote Social Justice and Equity
Contemporary art has the power to amplify marginalized voices, challenge dominant narratives, bring communities together, and advocate for change.
Addressing DEI - Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in NH’s Justice System
New Hampshire’s Judicial Branch is training court staff on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion -DEI and expanding pipeline diversity for new hires (141c)
This Is Why Diversity Benefits Economic Development In New Hampshire
The more people that participate in the economy, the more it grows. Dwight Davis, Chair of NHCJE, shows why diversity is key to creating robust, fair economies.