Community Forum

Health begins where we live, learn, work and play.

This forum will provide an opportunity for open dialogue about the social and environmental determinants of health that have been associated with illnesses such as diabetes, cardiovascular diseases and cancer. Don’t miss this opportunity to talk about the conditions in your neighborhood, school, home or workplace.

Local and national leaders will make opening remarks and answer questions. Panelists include representatives from: REACT (Rubbertown Emergency Action network), West Jefferson County Community Task Force, Louisville Metro Department of Public Health and Wellness, the University of Louisville and Dr. Linda Birnbaum, Director of National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences (NIEHS).

Please complete the registration form below if you plan on attending the Community Forum (link).

YOU ARE INVITED! Anyone who lives and works in Metro Louisville should plan to attend this forum. This includes all community residents, non-profit and service organizations; public health professionals; healthcare workers; university students, faculty and staff.

 WHEN:         Wednesday, Oct. 20, 2010

TIME:           4:30 pm – 6:30 pm

WHERE:        The Nia Center, 2900 W. Broadway, Louisville, KY 40211

MODERATOR:  Jean West, Wave 3 News Sunrise Anchor

Please Contact the following individuals if you have any questions:

 Denise Hand                                     Marco Tavera Garcia (Español)

502-852-7370                                   502-852-3733

dahand@gwise.louisville                 matave01@louisville.edu