Thought Leaders Convening: Shaping the Future of Maternity Care in Southern California

communitieslc on May 15, 2025

Communities Lifting Communities (CLC) and the Hospital Association of Southern California (HASC) invite you to an exclusive Thought Leaders Convening to discuss and shape our region’s next phase of birth equity. Your expertise and insights are critical as we review the California Hospital Association’s Maternity Care in California: An Environmental Scan, discuss how California’s labor and delivery needs are changing, and considerations for a path forward in Southern California. We will share our birth equity concept aimed at improving outcomes for all birthing people, particularly communities of color.

We are bringing together multi-sector thought leaders from all six counties  – Los Angeles, Orange County, Riverside, San Bernardino, Santa Barbara, and Ventura – to collaborate on innovative solutions that benefit birthing people in the entire region.

Convening Highlights 

  • Review the latest environmental scan on maternity care in California.
  • Discuss key findings and enhancements to the Organizational Birth Equity Assessment (OBEA). 
  • Identify existing programs and initiatives in the region by geography to bridge potential collaboration opportunities and create sustainable strategies.
  • Explore the current Birth Equity Programming Suite offered by CLC/HASC and provide input.

Date: May 28, 2025

Time: 9:00 – 11:00 AM

Location: The California Endowment

(Due to meeting space capacity, this event is by invitation only).

Need more information? Contact Karen Ochoa, Director of Health Equity programs at kochoa@hasc.org or (213) 528-0765.

Beyond Interpreting: Striving for Health Equity Through Language Accessibility

communitieslc on May 15, 2025

Expanding language accessibility is a vital opportunity for hospitals and health systems to advance health equity and improve patient care. Join Communities LIfting Communities (CLC) and the Hospital Association of Southern California (HASC), as this session explores innovative strategies beyond interpretation services, including technology, community partnerships, and health literacy initiatives. Attendees will gain actionable insights to enhance language access, strengthen community trust, and improve patient outcomes.

  • Recognize language accessibility as a key driver of health equity and patient-centered care.
  • Assess current language access strategies and identify opportunities for improvement.
  • Explore innovative tools and best practices beyond interpretation to enhance patient experiences.
  • Develop strategies to integrate language accessibility into health system operations.
  • Measure the impact of improved language access on patient outcomes and satisfaction.

Be part of the discussion and share your emerging strategies!

Roundtables are complimentary and open to all HASC hospitals and health system members.

Interested in Presenting or Learning More? 

To learn more about this event or to sign up as a presenter for future roundtables, contact Karen Ochoa at kochoa@hasc.org.

From Commitment to Impact | Supplier Diversity Conference 2026

communitieslc on April 9, 2025

 

We’re excited to announce that registration is now open for the 2026 Supplier Diversity in Health Care Conference, happening on February 12, 2026, at the Quiet Cannon in Montebello, CA!

Now in its third year, this unique, regionally focused event brings together hospitals, clinics, diverse vendors, and economic development partners to advance inclusive procurement and build a stronger, more equitable health care supply chain.

  • This Year’s Theme: From Commitment to Impact

Together, we’ll explore what meaningful impact looks like, share strategies, and strengthen partnerships that move the work forward.

Register Now!

Visit our landing page for event details and sponsorship information! We can’t wait to see you there and continue building collaborative impact across Southern California.