Webinars
Ballot Measures: Responding to Efforts to Undermine Direct Democracy
VirtualRecent ballot measure victories across the country have demonstrated the power of this citizen-initiated tool; however, critics of certain initiatives and opponents of direct democracy are exploring ways to make ballot measures more difficult to pursue. These threats take a variety of forms, including litigation to challenge the process, administrative and legislative tactics to obstruct implementation of ballot-approved policies, and legislation to impose more onerous requirements on citizen-initiated ballot campaigns. Join this webinar to learn more about the threats to direct democracy, the impact of these threats on policies that advance health and well-being, and how health funders can support this vital tool for building community power and facilitating a healthy, thriving democracy. Speakers including Elizabeth DiLauro of the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, Quentin Savwoir of the Ballot Initiative Strategy Center, and M'Evie Mead of Missouri Jobs with Justice.
Democracy and Philanthropy in These Times
What do attacks on trans rights have to do with voting rights for Black communities? How is birthright citizenship linked to the unfinished work of Reconstruction and equality under the…
Advancing Health Equity and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in Health Philanthropy
VirtualGrantmakers In Health (GIH) is pleased to invite you to join us for a web-based conversation on advancing health equity, as well as diversity, equity, and inclusion in health philanthropy. This is a dedicated time for collaboration, learning, and action for program staff leading health equity efforts at their foundations (open to funding partners only).At a time when equity-focused efforts are facing heightened challenges, it is more important than ever for us to come together to support one another, to strategize and drive meaningful progress in health philanthropy. Your expertise and perspective would be invaluable to this conversation, and we hope you will join us in shaping this collective effort.
Health Care Policy in 2025: Appropriations, Budget Reconciliation, and More
VirtualDuring this webinar, experts from Leavitt Partners will explain the distinction between the appropriations and budget processes and recent developments, including FY2025 appropriations and possible changes to mandatory funding, such as Medicaid and Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF). Leavitt Partners will discuss how these changes may impact health funders’ work and possible opportunities to engage.
Medicaid: Threats and Responses
VirtualAs Congress deliberates federal spending cuts, Medicaid is under imminent threat. Legislative proposals are being discussed that may severely cap or cut Medicaid, particularly affecting children, seniors, and the disabled population. On this webinar, participants learned about current threats to the program, including renewed interest in Medicaid work requirement policies. Funders had the opportunity to hear about the latest research and discuss how philanthropy is responding in this moment. Speakers included Stephen Kaye of the Disability Rights Education and Defense Fund; Larry Levitt of KFF; and Mona Shah of Community Catalyst.