Testimonials
“There have been social and economic disparities that have created barriers to healthcare, particularly for those in disadvantaged communities, such as low-income and marginalized groups. Systemic inequalities, such as discrimination based on race, gender, or socioeconomic status, have often resulted in these groups having fewer resources, limited healthcare options, and poorer health outcomes” '
- Dr. Jessica Perez (University of Maryland College Park Associate Director of Administrative Services and Health Center Operations)
“Healthcare has historically been something that is financially inaccessible to low-income and other marginalized communities because it requires health insurance that some jobs do not offer. Even with insurance, co-pays can often been too expensive for working-class or low income families to afford”
- Dr. Angel Jones, Ph.D. (University of Maryland College Park Professor, and Opportunity, Access, Community, Engagement, Support (OACES) Coordinator within the UMD INFO College)