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We forge strategic partnerships to end health disparities, fostering a robust education pipeline for future health equity practitioners.

The Meharry-Vanderbilt Student Alliance (MVSA) is a collaborative network that promotes resources and opportunities for students across institutions to connect with faculty, health professionals, community partners, and their peers.
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The Meharry-Vanderbilt Alliance Faculty Affiliate Program connects faculty members from various academic institutions to information, tools, and opportunities which support the conduct of impactful research and facilitate academic career development.

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The latest news from the MVA

Last month, program manager, Mercedes Ridinger attended the Tennessee Interprofessional Practice and Education Consortium (TIPEC) at Lipscomb University. This was an excellent opportunity to showcase the collaborative work amongst our students, faculty, and community partners. Earlier this year, the MVA celebrated a decade of impact through its involvement with the IPE program.  We would like to highlight MVA Program
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We are pleased to announce the rollout of Community Voices. This program is meant to uplift the voices of our local community and empower underrepresented populations across the region, specifically for action on efforts which improve health equity in our communities. We are deeply committed to facilitating in physical and digital spaces that create authentic opportunities
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Join us in celebrating our Executive Director, Dr. Karen Winkfield, as she was recently named the 2024 winner of the Healio Disruptive Innovators Award! This annual event celebrates risk takers, ground breakers & status quo pushers.  She was highlighted for:•  identifying & addressing social determinants of health to improve patient care•  challenging peers to meet patients
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