Energizing Health @ SXSW 2023 brings together an historic digital gathering of passionate health advocates to work on innovation problems. Energizing Health creates opportunities and connects partners to make health more fair and equitable for everyone, starting with people facing disproportional injury.

Schedule of Events

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Saturday, March 11th

Don’t Guess! Better Health via Community Listening

Mar 11, 2023 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am by Qualtrics

Community engagement harnesses the skills and talents of its most valuable resource, the people. But we’ve all experienced programs and policies designed by people too far removed from the problem – they simply don’t work. Involving community members in social, policy, and health initiatives can foster trust, elevate program reach, and provide insight into social determinants that perpetuate generational inequities. Active listening to those impacted by policy decisions removes the guesswork. Bringing lived experiences to the conversation opens the possibility to practical solutions. Join the discussion led by people who have lived the experience, are in the position to make change, and have not lost sight of the value of the voice of the community to impact change. We’re listening!

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What’s the Real Cost of Health Inequities?

March 11, 2023 @ 11:30 am – 12:30 pm by Deloitte

Health inequities related to race, socioeconomic status, and sex/gender could create up to $1 Trillion in avoidable health care spending annually by 2040, according to Deloitte’s projections. How can we meet consumers where they are and address the disparities that limit access to affordable, high-quality care? Changing traditional approaches for improving access and building trust is critical. Explore ways to turn the tide during this in-depth panel discussion.

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By the Numbers: Investing in the Future of Aging

March 11, 2023 @ 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm by Honor Care

$17+ trillion. The current valuation of the Silver Economy. 426 Million. This is the number of people around the world who will be 80+ by 2050. As you read this description, you, yourself, are aging…and the Silver Economy is growing. Someone needs to care for our aging population. And someone needs to care for this essential workforce. Fortunately, innovations are being created today to help us prepare for this future, funded by investors who appreciate both the anticipated benefit of their investment and the financial return. How can you yourself leverage the Silver Economy? Join us to understand the “why” behind investing in aging, and how it creates an empowered aging and employment experience.

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Modern Elderhood: Reframing the Way We Age

March 11, 2023 @ 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm by Honor Care

Aging is one of the very few universal human experiences that connects all of us. The second someone is born, they’ve already aged. By 2050, our global society will be more old than young. So, when you envision your own aging experience what do you picture: empowered, active, robust? Or, do you picture the 20th Century ageist messages that society continues to perpetuate around old age? Join this thought provoking dialogue to unpack and unravel traditional 20th century ideas around the concept of “aging” and “old age”, as well as the engrained perceptions and misconceptions that need to evolve. We’ll delve into what “old” was, and see the opportunity of what “empowered aging” can be. It’s not your grandparents’ old age anymore…let’s make it yours.

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Growing Good: Creating a Culture of Giving for All

March 11, 2023 @ 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm by Honor Care

Charitable giving often focuses on the most vulnerable populations, however one of those populations: the elderly, is severely underfunded and underserved through philanthropy. With less than 1% of charitable donations in the United States going to programs focused on our elders, this panel will focus on this underserved population, as well as the family caregivers who often provide unpaid (and much needed) care for these older adults. Specifically, this panel will dive into innovative partnerships and funding mechanisms to serve older adults; the why behind the current lack of funding; and how you can support older adults in your community through time, talent, and treasure.

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Sunday, March 12th

Home is Where the Health Is

March 12, 2023 @ 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm by Qualtrics

Significant barriers to basic essential healthcare and services are often traced back to the “Three A’s of Access: Availability, Acceptability, and Affordability.” Health determinants are dictated by neighborhood, stable access to shelter promotes public health. We know this by now. Let’s talk about the fourth A, Addressing the problem. This is more than just building more homes, it’s about building healthy communities through safe, affordable, quality housing. It’s data collected from residents, shared across siloed organizations to create more equitable policies. It’s being done, communities are changing, health is improving, and technology is facilitating. Join our panel of changemakers for a discussion on all four A’s of this public health crisis and come home, to where the health is.

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