About this Event
What if we could design our city to improve everyone’s health? Health x Place brings together community health data with expert panelists to discuss how our cities impact health outcomes, and how we can improve those outcomes together.
Join us on March 3rd from 6-7:30pm at Catalyst Omaha to discover how public health data reveals urgent design priorities. Through interactive discussion and a cross-sector panel, you'll see how built environments, transportation networks, economic opportunity, and community belonging intersect to create health outcomes—and how coordinated action can build a healthier, more equitable Omaha.
Featuring public health officials, physicians, economic development leaders, and transit experts, this event connects Douglas County's Community Health Improvement Plan data to real solutions. Grounded in the We Make Omaha vision, Health x Place builds alignment around designing a city where everyone can thrive.
About the Speaker
Leah Casanave, MPH, DrPH - Division Chief at Douglas County Health Department
Leah holds a Doctor of Public Health and is currently a Division Chief at the Douglas County Health Department. Casanave values data and story-telling to help foster healthy communities so people can reach their full potential.
About the Panel
Armando De Alba, MD, MPH, PhD - University of Nebraska Medical Cente
Dr. Armando De Alba is passionate about the intersection of medicine, public health, and community engagement. As an Assistant Dean of Student Engagement at the UNMC College of Medicine, De Alba is committed to mentoring future healthcare leaders and advancing collaborative, community-driven solutions to healthcare challenges.
Arturo Aceves Gonzalez, MD - Head of Healthy Equity & Economic Opportunity at Latino Economic Development Council
Arturo is passionate about advancing equitable, whole-person care by bringing a unique blend of clinical expertise, cross-sector leadership, and language accessibility strategies to support community-centered healthcare systems that are responsive to the needs of diverse populations.
Errik Ejike, MPH - CEO at North Omaha Area Health
Errik serves as CEO of North Omaha Area Health, as well as a creative community cultivator through his company Rooted Rhythm Syndicate. Ejike recognizes the importance of building community and ensuring all communities have access to the services they need to navigate their way to their best health.
Lauren Cencic, MPA - CEO at Metro Transit
Lauren previously served as Senior Director at Los Angeles Metropolitan Transit Authority. Prior to her work at LA Metro, Cencic served as Metro’s Special Projects Manager, which included laying the groundwork for ORBT in its initial planning stages. A visionary leader, Cenci brings deep transit industry experience,unique local insights and a forward-thinking mindset to support and advance Metro’s growing transit system. Cencic is a firm believer that transit can have a profound impact on communities by enhancing mobility and providing access to opportunities.
About the Series
Conversations x Place is a series of events that invites national and local thinkers, leaders, and doers to share their perspective on how we can build a better city.
Language Accessibility
Spanish and ASL translation will be available on-site.
Transportation
Metro Bus Stops
48th & Leavenworth, Route 11 is a 6 minute walk away
49th & Dodge ORBT stop is a 14 minute walk away
Parking Instructions
Parking is available in the Catalyst Parking Garage and along 46th St
PHOTO RELEASE:
At this event, photos and videos may be recorded. By attending this event, you may be included in these photos and videos. Your attendance at this event grants your permission to be in these photos or videos, which may be used for educational, archival or promotional purposes.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Catalyst Omaha, 4601 Catalyst Court, Omaha, United States
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