THE POWER OF THE RIPPLE EFFECT

In our country, policy acts like a stone dropped into a pool of water. The ripples move through the economy and eventually settle into the daily lives of our citizens. When a policy ignores the social determinants of health, such as housing stability, food security, and environmental safety, it creates a cascading effect of chronic disease and long-term economic strain for everyone.

But there is a second ripple: yours. While a single voice or a single vote can feel like a small drop in a vast ocean, these individual actions are the foundation of a healthy democracy. When combined with others’ voices, those ripples intersect and amplify. They build into a sea change that can shift the very foundation of our healthcare system and improve outcomes for all.

A CRITICAL MOMENT IN TIME

The momentum from our last three Summits proves that when we gather, our region listens. The timing of this year’s event is vital. As we approach the 2026 elections, we have a unique window of opportunity to ensure that health equity remains a key part of the national conversation. Our goal is to equip every participant with the data and insights needed to be an informed advocate for a healthier community.

$125

Per Person, Includes Breakfast, Lunch, Summit Program Materials & Resources, Vendor Fair

Monday, October 5, 2026
8 AM to 2:30 PM
COREWELL HEALTHPLACE
100 Corewell Drive NW, Grand Rapids

Why Attend?

We are convening a dynamic force of community leaders, healthcare professionals, policymakers, passionate advocates, and engaged residents. You’ll gain invaluable insights, practical tools you can implement immediately, vital connections with fellow advocates, and a shared vision for dismantling the systems that have long underserved our communities, including:

Advance Comprehensive Strategies: Explore and develop powerful approaches to protect and promote the holistic well-being of our communities – addressing the deep-rooted causes of chronic diseases and tearing down the obstacles to equitable care.
Examine Systemic Inequities: Deeply analyze how policy shifts and structural barriers within healthcare, education, and civil rights disproportionately harm marginalized populations – and equip ourselves with the knowledge, tools, and networks to mobilize collective action for transformative change.
Implement Concrete Action Plans: Forge tangible strategies to defend democratic rights and ensure every community’s voice is not only heard but respected – where truth, transparency, and accountability are the bedrock of public trust and responsibility.
Identify Bold Solutions: Uncover and champion evidence-based policies and interventions that promise measurable and lasting impact on the health and well-being of our communities.

Sponsor

Become a champion for health equity and make a powerful statement. Your sponsorship provides unparalleled opportunities for high-level visibility and partnership with GRAAHI.

Vendor

Showcase your organization, products, and services to a targeted audience of health and community professionals. Secure a vendor table and build vital connections with attendees.

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The 2026 Health Equity Summit Program Book is an essential workbook and lasting resource for attendees. It’s the perfect place to showcase your commitment to health equity