Sept. 8, 2025 | Youth in Crisis: With diminished federal funds how can Oregon give young people a better chance at a healthier life?
Monday, September 8th, 2025 • Virtual • 12:30pm – 2:00pm
About
Young people’s health depends on more than just medical care—it’s driven by stability, access and opportunity. In the wake of federal cuts and policies rolling back DEI initiatives, how can Oregon respond with impactful, forward-thinking solutions?
Join OHF for a virtual conversation to hear from policymakers, nonprofit leaders and youth advocates as they discuss how we can direct resources toward meaningful, equity-focused change.
Moderator
Ifeoma Muoto – Health Equity Director, Boston Medical Center Health System; Affiliate Professor, OHSU-PSU School of Public Health
Ifeoma Muoto is a population health professional committed to advancing equitable, high-quality care and improving Medicaid policy. At Boston Medical Center Health System, her work is focused on addressing disparities across the system. Previously, as Community Health Director at CareOregon, she helped develop its community-based organization network to improve whole person care for members.
Panelists
Maureen Hinman – Executive Director, Oregon School-Based Health Alliance
For 15 years, Maureen has led OSBHA, partnering with school health providers, districts, and community groups to strengthen school health systems with youth as key partners. She advanced policies that doubled funding for school-based health centers and leads Oregon’s community schools initiative to improve student health and success.
Chelsea King – Executive Director, The Collaborative
Chelsea is Executive Director of The Collaborative, advancing long-term solutions to improve youth health through engagement at all levels of government. She brings experience in education, policy and organizational development, and co-founded the Wilsonville Alliance for Inclusive Communities. Chelsea also served as Chair and Vice-Chair of the West Linn-Wilsonville School Board.
ADDITIONAL PANELISTS TBA
Event Details
When: Monday, September 8th, 2025
Where: zoom
Virtual Doors Open: 12:25pm
Program: 12:30pm-2:00pm
Cost: $15
**Thanks to our generous supporters, no one will be turned away for lack of funds. If you’d like to attend, please email Kim Corsby (kim@oregonhealthforum.org) to reserve your spot —space is limited, so kindly RSVP by Thursday, 9/4**
Annual Sponsors
To discuss forum sponsorship opportunities, please contact Christian Gillespie at cgillespie@oregonhealthforum.org
