26th Annual Latino Health Forum

The Latino Health Forum is an annual event that brings together local, national, and international experts to discuss Latino health issues. The forum is organized by residents and faculty members of the Santa Rosa Family Medicine Residency program, representatives from local hospitals and community-based organizations. Objectives include: inform professionals of the most relevant challenges facing the Latino population in Sonoma County; enhance access and quality of health services for Latinos; inspire local students to pursue careers in health and social services; facilitate networking among healthcare and other services providers; to raise awareness of the importance of civic engagement in Sonoma County.

Approximately 300 people were in attendance, with a large majority identifying as Hispanic or Spanish speaking

Lindsay Franco and Irma Acevedo from NBRC ran an Exhibitor booth