Dr. Kevin Ahmaad Jenkins: Health Equity

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  • Highlights:
    • Recognized scholar in the field of racial health disparities.
    • Author of groundbreaking research on race, health, and policy.
    • Dynamic speaker known for his compelling storytelling and data-driven insights.
    • Collaborator with healthcare organizations and academic institutions to promote equity.
    • Honored for his contributions to advancing health equity.
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  • Travels from: Philadelphia, PA
  • **Fee range: $15,000 - $20,000

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Dr. Kevin Ahmaad Jenkins developed a new speaking series titled “Moving in a Direction of Equity” to support leaders across industries to reach for excellence in organizational culture. 

MADE carves a roadmap for transformational leadership through research, humor, and powerful storytelling. 

Leading on his past and present platform, Dr. Jenkins curated the best practices of Black former professional athletes, veterans, and physicians that confront, inform, and heal the consequences of bias in corporate America. 

Whether a leader is unaware, indifferent, or ready to act, MADE leverages:

Necessary power

Authentic empathy,

and sustainable strategies

to MOVE IN THE DIRECTION OF EQUITY.

Learning Objectives:

  • To understand the sociohistoric barriers that shaped today’s corporate culture
  • Demonstrate the implementation of the allyship to equity equation
  • To interrogate how organizational culture shapes the motivation, scope, and execution of equity
  • Define and implement empathy in internal and external organizational messaging
  • Engage the organization’s vertical and horizontal surrounding opportunities for equity
  • Share evidence-based approaches that expand the equity denominator through an access framework

 

MADE motivates leaders how to see the signs of inequity and craft evidence-based solutions that develop organizational culture. 

BATTERIES NOT INCLUDED: POWERING CRITICAL CONVERSATIONS

A catalyst for change that opens the path to healing dialogue.

Tough corporate conversations about inequity where we work, live, and learn can intimidate anyone. The toxicity of corporate environments surfaces when we host dialogue with no destination. No matter the conflict or crisis, organizations need to know why and how to lead critical conversations about tough topics. Dr. Kevin provides a roadmap and guides your company through the art of authentic engagement that reconstructs corporate culture.

Program takeaways:

  • Provide the ‘Winning Race’ conversation starters to launch critical conversations with empathy.
  • Recognize unheard employees as the experts of their own experiences.
  • Implement clear and effective dialogue curriculum that interactively & inclusively embraces all perspectives.
  • Talking the “isms” of our world at work is simply unnatural.
  • Why regular inclusive dialogue increases revenue while enriching culture.
  • How to outline and personalize an Inclusion-first culture.

This powerful topic can be delivered as a keynote or workshop for your team.

Renovating a structure that’s already standing remains more difficult than building from the ground up.

Dr. Jenkins helps companies stare down the challenges of changing corporate culture. He provides a blueprint toward re-building corporate culture anchoring equitable engagement and decision-making. Dr. Jenkins helps companies plan, promote, and preserve data-driven DEI best practices. This powerful keynote converts DEI from corporate responsibility to corporate revenue.

Program takeaways:

  • Deploys evidence-based case studies for internal alignment and activation of inclusive culture.
  • Delivers a clear implementation framework for sustainable culture shifts with DEI at the center.
  • Defines considerations for accountability through equitable messaging and enforcement of inclusive culture.
  • Detail on how to authentically recruit & retain top talent from underrepresented groups.

“Win When” carves a roadmap to professional development through research, humor, and powerful storytelling.

Leaning on his past and present platforms, Dr. Kevin curated the best-practices of Black former professional athletes, veterans, and physicians that confronts, informs, and heals the consequences of bias in the corporate America.

Countless racial and ethnic minority employees share their struggles with race and identity in the workplace, the suffocation of success, and a looming fear of failure with no long-lasting DEI solutions.

Whether a teammate is unaware, indifferent, or ready to act, Win When, leverages necessary power, authentic empathy, and sustainable strategies to bringing equity to action.

Program takeaways:

  • Understand the concepts of structural racism, inclusion & diversity, & overall equity.
  • Discover how organizational culture shapes the motivation, scope, and execution of equity.
  • Investigate the process and measurement of achieving equity through contemporary best practices.

This program can be tailored for corporate audiences, healthcare professionals, and athletes.

Dr. Kevin Ahmaad Jenkins is one of the most electrifying voices in America dedicated to eliminating racial health disparities. Renowned for his dynamic storytelling and unwavering commitment to health equity, Dr. Jenkins challenges audiences to confront the systemic barriers that perpetuate inequities in healthcare. His passionate delivery and insightful perspectives have positioned him as a transformative figure in the national dialogue on race and health.

Dr. Jenkins’s work combines rigorous academic research with real-world impact. As a celebrated scholar and public speaker, he navigates the complexities of racial health disparities with expertise and compassion. Audiences leave his sessions not only informed but also empowered to contribute to meaningful change in their communities and industries.

Dr. Kevin Ahmaad Jenkins

Dr. Kevin Ahmaad Jenkins is a trailblazer in addressing racial health disparities, blending academic insight with a personal mission to create systemic change. As a researcher and advocate, he has contributed significantly to understanding how historical and structural inequities impact health outcomes among marginalized communities. His groundbreaking work illuminates the challenges of achieving health equity while offering actionable strategies for overcoming these barriers.

Dr. Jenkins’s commitment to his cause is deeply personal and academic. With a Ph.D. in Sociology, he has authored numerous articles and studies that examine the intersection of race, health, and policy. His ability to distill complex ideas into accessible narratives makes his work both impactful and relatable. Whether addressing healthcare professionals, policymakers, or community leaders, his presentations are infused with urgency and purpose, inspiring audiences to become active participants in the fight for equity.

Beyond his research, Kevin Ahmaad Jenkins is a dynamic presence on stage. His speaking engagements are characterized by an engaging mix of storytelling, data-driven analysis, and actionable insights. He delves into the historical roots of health disparities, the current challenges faced by marginalized communities, and the innovative solutions required to address these issues. His ability to connect with diverse audiences ensures that his message resonates across sectors and disciplines.

Dr. Jenkins is not only a voice for change but also a catalyst for action. He collaborates with healthcare organizations, academic institutions, and community groups to implement policies and programs that promote equity. His work has earned him recognition and accolades, solidifying his reputation as a thought leader in health equity.

Dr. Kevin Ahmaad Jenkins is a distinguished scholar, advocate, and speaker dedicated to addressing racial health disparities. Through his compelling presentations, rigorous research, and unwavering commitment to equity, he empowers audiences to challenge systemic barriers and drive meaningful change. His ability to blend data, history, and personal narratives creates an unforgettable experience that leaves a lasting impact.

Event planners looking for a speaker who combines expertise, passion, and relatability will find Kevin Ahmaad Jenkins to be an exceptional choice. His message of hope and action resonates deeply, inspiring attendees to become advocates for equity in their own spheres of influence. With Dr. Jenkins at your event, you are guaranteed a powerful and transformative experience that will engage, educate, and inspire.

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