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Public Health CareersAuthor: Omari Richins, MPH
Omari Richins, MPH, the Founder of The Public Health Millennial platform, chats with professionals and students to hear their unique and diverse public health career stories with tips and insights to help you along your public health career journey. This show is for anyone interested in public health or related fields. It covers stories, live sessions, and other relevant public health content. It offers insightful stories, career strategies, actionable tips, and resources to assist you in taking the next step in your public health career. You'll learn about the importance of public health, public health issues, and what you can do with your degree in public health. Whether you are a new public health student or professional, this show will surely have helpful stories and tips you won't want to miss. Language: en-us Genres: Business, Careers, Education Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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259: Health Equity in Practice: Systems Change, Policy, and Community Engagement with Alexander Bonano, MPH
Episode 259
Monday, 16 March, 2026
Omari Richins, MPH of Public Health Careers podcast talks with Alexander Bonano, MPH, a Health Equity in All Policies Project Manager at Boston Public Health Commission.In this episode, Alexander Bonano, MPH, shares how he’s advancing racial equity within public health systems at the Boston Public Health Commission. We explore what “Health Equity in All Policies” looks like in practice, common misconceptions about equity work, and how authentic community engagement can drive real systems change. This conversation offers honest insights for anyone looking to build a meaningful career in public health.🎯 Learn more about this episode and resources mentioned💡 1-on-1 mentorship & services🎯 Career Resource Storefront🧠 Join our public health communityChapters:@0:00 Introduction to Alex Bonano and His Background@8:57 Journey into Public Health and Racial Equity@14:14 Role at Boston Public Health Commission@20:05 Challenges and Triumphs in Equity Work@26:01 Misconceptions in Racial Equity Work@31:52 Connecting Education, Youth Development, and Public Health@33:15 Addressing Racial Disparities in Education@35:16 The Meaning of Public Health@37:52 Historical vs. Current Trauma in Public Health@40:24 Academic Journey and Cultural Identity@45:52 Transitioning from Global to Local Health Perspectives@52:57 The Role of Mentorship in Public Health@53:52 COVID-19 and the Call for Public Health Action@57:36 Foundational Experiences in Public Health Education@59:31 Transforming Perspectives on Substance Use and Harm Reduction@1:03:34 Global Health Consulting: Insights and Experiences@1:05:23 Diversity in Public Health: A Personal Journey@1:06:57 Empowering Men of Color in Public Health@1:14:01 Creative Health: Engaging Communities for Better Outcomes@1:18:51 Advice for Aspiring Public Health ProfessionalsSupport the showThanks for tuning in. Let's all work together towards a culture of health, wellbeing, and equity for all. ⭐⭐ SUBSCRIBE & Leave a 5-STAR REVIEW! ⭐⭐ Follow & Support:- Join The Public Health Community- The Public Health Millennial on IG - The Public Health Millennial on LinkedIn - The Public Health Millennial Website- Omari Richins, MPH on LinkedIn- Support on The Public Health Store
