The Association for Justice and Health (AJAH) at Columbia University Mailman School of Public Health invites you to Reforming Criminal Justice Through Public Health: A Symposium.

About this Event

The goal of this event is to create a national student platform to address incarceration from a public health framework. Funded by the Incarceration and Public Health Action Network (IPHAN), this one-day conference will bring together students from schools of public health across the country to learn about some of the biggest issues surrounding incarceration today. After hearing from a series of speakers, students will participate in a workshop session to create an action list – a set of objectives that can be brought home and used to pursue advocacy on their own campuses. There will also be a performance of The Castle by the Fortune Society, and a light breakfast, lunch, and reception.

You may attend all or part of the event. Faculty and non-public health students are also welcome.

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Schedule

Morning (8:00 AM – 12:00 PM)

Breakfast and Registration

 Introductions

Keynote

Panel 1: Access to Health Care in Prison

Panel 2: Rehabilitative Effect of Education

Afternoon (12:00 – 3:30 PM)

Lunch & Art Gallery

Photography Presentation

Panel 3: Community Reentry

Workshop: Composing an Action List

Evening (4:00 – 6:30 PM)

Performance: “The Castle” by Fortune Society

Reception

If travel cost is a concern, please let us know! As it is our goal to bring students in from other schools, we may be able to reimburse your transportation expenses. Send requests to Allison at [email protected].

FAQs

Are there ID requirements or an age limit to enter the event?

Yes, you will need a state or University photo ID to enter the event. You will need a valid state ID to consume alcohol.

What are my transport/parking options getting to the event?

Parking is difficult in the area, so it is highly recommended that you use public transportation or a taxi to get to the campus. You can take the 1, A, or C train to the 168th Street station, and walk west to reach 630 W. 168th Street – it is less than one block away!

Where can I contact the organizer with any questions?

Please feel free to email Allison at [email protected] with any questions about this event.

Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event?

No, you will not need to bring a printed ticket to the event. We will have a list of everyone registered at the door.

The name on the registration/ticket doesn’t match the attendee. Is that okay?

If ticketholders are no longer able to attend and wish to send someone in their place, they should email [email protected] to confirm this change.