• AAFP Leadership Pre-conference

    Wednesday, April 22, 2026 
    Kansas City Convention Center | Kansas City, MO

    Advancing Leadership, Health Equity, and Belonging in Family Medicine

    Breakout Sessions

    Attendees may only select one session to attend.

    Understanding Health Equity and Social Determinants of Health in your Clinic and Community

    Presenter: Kristina Bridges, PhD, University of Kansas Medical Center

    This session is an interactive training that outlines prevalent health inequities; describes how social factors impact health; and discusses the role family physicians can play in addressing SDoH, and reducing health inequities.

    Participants will:

    • Define key SDoH and core social needs terms

    • Learn how to develop a culture of health equity

    • Evaluate your current system and create an implementation plan

    Beyond Allyship: Building Accountability and Authentic Partnership in the Midst of Chaos

    Presenter: Safiya McNeese, MD, Residency Clinical Director Swope Health Family Medicine

    In a time of rapid change and organizational stress, this session challenges participants to move toward sustained inclusive leadership in family medicine. Participants will practice communication strategies that promote inclusion and trust-building in clinical settings. The session concludes with guided reflection to develop a personal accountability plan for advancing personal responsibility and belonging within the family medicine community.

    Participants will:

    • Differentiate between allyship and saviorism as they relate to professional conduct and workplace culture.

    • Demonstrate communication skills that promote inclusion and reduce bias in professional settings.

    • Create a personal accountability plan for fostering equity and belonging within the family medicine community.


    Session Agenda

    Coming soon.