Primary Prevention Series
Centering Community Voices: Collaborative Prevention Strategies with Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) Populations

Centering Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging
in Primary Prevention Series

Overview:

“A healthy community is a place where people provide leadership in assessing their own resources and needs, where public health and social infrastructure and policies support health, and where essential public health services, including quality health care, are available” (McKenzie, Pinger & Seabert, 2018, p. 5.). But how often are BIPOC leaders marginalized within their own communities and their agency stripped away? How often are historically disenfranchised communities scolded for taking their health in their own hands?

This interactive session will share some of the history of how BIPOC communities have been subdued in addressing their own health issues. Participants will discuss various strategies to engage and collaborate with such communities on their terms. The presented case examples will be analyzed for best practices and replication within the sphere of influence of attendees.

About the Presenter

Colber Prosper (he/him) is the CEO of Prosper & Partners, an international consulting firm that specializes in professional and organizational development. He is also the author of the book No Entry: Examining the Powers that Undermine Our Full Potential.

Colber is an innovative and compassionate thought leader who has been recognized for his ability to educate youth and professionals. He is an experienced facilitator and has done extensive work on issues of social justice, health equity, organizational change, management and higher education. Colber has also provided trainings in coalition building and prevention science around the world in places such as Port-au-Prince, Haiti; Cape Town, South Africa and several more. His extensive background in strategic planning and implementation has made him an asset to various higher educational institutions, nonprofits and government agencies.

Colber identifies as Haitian African American. He was born and raised in Fort Lauderdale, FL. Colber teaches multidisciplinary courses at the University of the District of Columbia and The School of Global Citizenry. Finally, Colber has a passion for people and believes that the spirit of thoughtful collaboration can enhance the lives of individuals and improve organizations.