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Ensuring Equality for LGBT Communities

Views from the Field
Posted May 20, 2013
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Morgan-Hynd
Ryan Barker, Vice President of Health Policy, Missouri Foundation for Health
Thomas McAuliffe, Health Policy Analyst, Missouri Foundation for Health

An important role that philanthropy can play is as a voice and an advocate for the most vulnerable and marginalized populations, including the LGBT population. In states like Missouri, providing this voice is not always easy or popular. Grantmakers must talk about what is required to remove barriers, increase awareness, and improve outcomes.

Views from the Field: 5-20-13 (MFFH)
Focus Area(s): Health Equity and Social Justice

Related Topic(s): Health Equity
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