Health Equity Scholars Program
Sharla Kirkpatrick
Undergraduate Institution
North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University
Research Interests
Racial health disparities, Social determinants of health, Black women’s health, and health equity
Cohort Entry Year
2024
Biography
Scholars were asked "What does health equity mean to you?"
Health equity to me means ensuring everyone has equal access to resources in order to obtain a sustainable level of health. All people deserve a chance at a life of fulfillment, longevity and wellness regardless of the specific social determinants they face. I believe health equity starts at the social determinants of health and making sure that everyone’s basic needs are met.