Equity and empowerment: Indiana Black and Minority Health Fair

In a display of community solidarity, Indianapolis hosted the 2024 Health Fair from June 27-30, tailored specifically for its Black and minority residents. The event aimed to foster wellness and equity among diverse populations and offer resources to those often marginalized in care access. The fair was in halls J and K in the Indiana Convention Center and featured more than $4,000 in free exams and screenings. Eighty vendors offered $10 birth certificates, vaccinations, screenings and resources. The schedule was packed full of panels, fitness classes, educational presentations and activities for the nearly 10,000 Hoosiers the event brought together. The services and screenings were available for both youth and adult participants. The theme for the 2024 fair was Culture of Health, emphasizing the importance of bringing everyone together to improve the overall wellness of Hoosier families. “A culture of health requires a foundation of community to thrive,” said Lindsay Wever, state health commissioner. “The annual Indiana Black and Minority Health Fair is an opportunity to build and strengthen that community.” The fair is organized by the Indiana Department of Health in partnership with the Indiana Black Expo. To facilitate the mission of healthy families, back-to-school immunizations and sports physicals were...