We look forward to seeing you at Connecticut’s 8th annual Health Equity Week, April 5- 11, 2026!
Want to table at Community Day? Fill out this brief interest form.
Schedule of Events
4/6/26: Press Conference
4/7/26: Advocacy Day at the Capitol: 9:30 AM – 2:00 PM
Advocacy Day brings community members, advocates, and partners together at the Capitol to engage directly with lawmakers on policies that advance health equity. Participants will focus on strengthening the CHW workforce, reducing medical debt through improved Hospital Financial Assistance policies, and expanding affordable and quality health care coverage options. This is a powerful opportunity to elevate community voices and push for meaningful, people-centered policy change.
Roundtable Discussion: Health at What Cost? How Racial Inequity Prices CT Residents Out (12:30 – 2:00 PM)
Hosted in partnership with UConn HDI, CREPH, Indelible Solutions, and Health Equity Solutions, this roundtable will explore how systemic racism drives the rising cost of health and wellbeing in Connecticut. The discussion will examine the economic and health impacts of inequitable policies and systems, and elevate cross-sector strategies to ensure affordability does not come at the expense of dignity or access.
Register: bit.ly/HEWAdvocacy26
4/10/26: Health Equity Week Collective Power Event: 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM
This virtual, interactive session hosted by the HEPxP Coalition will focus on building collective power as a pathway to health equity. Participants will engage in dynamic conversation, shared learning, and creative activities centered on strengthening community connections and advancing change together. This event is designed to be energizing, accessible, and rooted in collective action.
Register: bit.ly/HEWCollectivePower26
4/11/26: 2nd Annual Community Day: 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Community Day is a vibrant celebration of connection, care, and collective wellbeing. Families, organizations, and community members are invited to gather for an afternoon of resources, learning, and joy centered on health equity. The event will feature community partners, activities, and opportunities to engage in conversations about health, healing, and justice in an inclusive and welcoming space.
Register to Table: bit.ly/HEWCommunityTable26
Community Member Registration: bit.ly/HewCommunityDay26
Thank you for participating in our shared advocacy!
Questions? Email Kally Moquete, our Senior Manager of Policy, at (Kmoquete@hesct.org).
