Memphis Leaders Tackle Health Equity at Tri-State Defender’s Community Wellness Forum

At the heart of Memphis’ health equity conversation, the Tri-State Defender’s Health and Wellness Forum brought together local changemakers on May 14 for a powerful dialogue on access, affordability, and mental health in the Black community. Held at the Memphis Health Center, the event featured a dynamic panel moderated by civic leader Lori Spicer Robertson and included voices from across health care and government. Panelists like Miska Clay Bibbs, Tish Towns, and Dr. Robert Decolli shared personal stories and policy insights, emphasizing the urgent need to dismantle systemic barriers. As part of TSD’s “Community Forums” series, the discussion wasn’t just informative—it was a call to action. The message was clear: health care should be a right, not a privilege, and community engagement is key to lasting change.