Credible messengers: How hip hop delivers crucial public health information: Video with Dr. Olajide Williams (Hip Hop Public Health)

Olajide Williams is an American neurologist and the founder of Hip-Hop Public Health. He is Chief of Staff and Professor of Neurology at Columbia University.

Organization:

Hip Hop Public Health

https://www.hhph.org/

Social Innovator:

Lori Rose Benson

Issue Areas:

Arts and Culture, Ethnic and Racial Minority Rights, Healthcare, News and Public Information

Problem-Solving Strategies:

Addressing Underlying Issues, Attacking Root Causes, Building Distribution Systems, Eliminating Barriers, Empowering People, Establishing Social Norms, Expanding Access, Leveraging Technology, Meeting People Where They Are At

Communities Served:

BIPOC Communities, Children and Youth

Locations Where The Organization Works:

United States

Notes:

General

Date:

August 29, 2023

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