The National Council of Women’s Health Care Advocacy and Leadership
The National Council of Women's Health Care Advocacy and Leadership is a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting the health and well-being of women and girls. We strive to provide resources, education, and support to empower women to make informed decisions about their health and to advocate for their rights
Health equity is social equity in health. Disparities in health outcomes can be related to differences in access to social determinants of health, specifically from wealth, power and prestige. Individuals who have consistently been deprived of these three determinants are significantly disadvantaged from health inequities, and face worse health outcomes than those who are able to access certain resources. This is especially important in areas with increased diversity across social, ethnic, and racial groups, as underrepresentation in healthcare systems is a global issue. In order to achieve health equity, resources must be allocated based on an individual need-based principle.