The presentation was part of a health care Speaker’s Bureau that the Health & Medicine Policy Research Group oversees in partnership with the Chicago AHEC.

The Speakers Bureau links professionals representing diverse health careers – from nursing and medicine to public health and psychology – to career seekers to inform, motivate, and empower them to pursue attainable health career goals.

Speakers are is available to speak to and mentor students in community-based settings – at Chicago Public Schools, local colleges or wellness fairs – about health disparities, health topics, health promotion, and service learning. They offer insights on their day to day responsibilities and their career paths.