November 18, 2026 • 4:30–5:30pm Eastern

This webinar will explore how cultural, social, and structural factors can influence health experiences, access to care, and health outcomes, with a focus on HIV prevention and sexual health. Participants will examine how stigma, communication barriers, social determinants of health, and cultural assumptions can create barriers to HIV prevention, testing, treatment, and other healthcare services. The webinar will provide practical strategies for delivering culturally responsive, respectful, and inclusive care that advances health equity, strengthens HIV prevention efforts, and supports improved health outcomes among diverse populations.

Learning Objectives:

• Identify cultural, social, and structural factors that influence health outcomes.
• Describe common barriers to equitable healthcare access and services.
• Recognize how cultural assumptions and biases can affect healthcare interactions.
• Identify culturally responsive strategies to build trust and improve health outcomes.
• Identify approaches to advance health equity, including HIV prevention and care.

Moderator:

Amy Zamot

Speaker:

Dr. Lisa Connors