The Black Heritage Trail of New Hampshire (BHTNH) is
excited to announce the third session of the 2024 Elinor Williams Hooker
Tea Talks, "A Question of Access and Quality: Health Care in New
Hampshire." This pivotal discussion, set for February 18, 2024, at the
Portsmouth Public Library, is part of this year's enlightening series, "A New Deal for A Great Society."
The panel, featuring Bobbie D. Bagley, Dr. Marie Ramos, and Nicole
Sublette, moderated by Josephine Porter, explores the realities of New
Hampshire’s health care today and the further strains the Covid 19
pandemic put on the system. Panelists will also examine inequalities that
persist for people of color both as health care providers and as patients.
This year's series marks a significant expansion, featuring talks in Keene
and Nashua, reflecting BHTNH's commitment to fostering statewide
dialogues on racial equity and social justice. The third talk promises an
insightful exploration into healthcare access and quality in New Hampshire,
examining the evolution of healthcare rights from the New Deal era to today's challenges, with a special focus on minority communities.
In addition to the third talk, the series includes other engaging panels. The first, "New Deal or Raw Deal: Why it Matters," examines the role of government in economic opportunities. The second, "Homesick: Attaining
the American Dream," discusses housing disparities. Subsequent talks cover policing and criminal justice, public education challenges, and a visionary session on the future of a just society.
The Elinor Williams Hooker Tea Talks are more than discussions; they are a platform for community engagement and learning. Each session is designed to be not only informative but also a catalyst for change, encouraging reflection on New Hampshire's past and its impact on our present and future.
BHTNH extends its heartfelt appreciation to New Hampshire Humanities for their invaluable support, which enables us to bring these enlightening discussions to our communities.
