At Health Justice Initiative, we believe that everyone deserves access to equitable health care, regardless of income or neighborhood. Too many New Yorkers face unequal health outcomes due to inadequate medical insurance, barriers to accessing respectful and effective health care, and insurmountable medical debt – often inaccurately applied. Nearly 40% of low-income households face healthcare-related legal problems and discrimination in care—yet only 2% of legal aid addresses these issues.

At a time when our neighbors are being deprived of health care options, and misinformation is rampant, HJI is closing this justice gap by offering accurate advice, community-specific resources, and legal representation. We have already provided legal services to 50 families in this past year. Our pilot programming in Brooklyn will expand to reach all New Yorkers in the years ahead with one on one support as well as systemic reform.

When you make a fully tax-deductible gift to HJI today, your donation will help

Brianna navigate a denial of insurance for her son’s cancer treatments,
Sofia, a young mother, eliminate an inaccurate hospital bill of $10,000+, and
Carlos’ three-generation family put health care proxies in place for his aging parents.

We want to live in a city that prioritizes equity in health care, because everyone deserves access to effective and respectful medical attention, regardless of income or neighborhood.

Thank you for supporting HJI in its mission to improve health care for all New Yorkers.

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