Father working from home while daughters homeschool
Father working from home while daughters homeschool

We value community wisdom and institutional knowledge, and our commitment to continuous learning allows us to listen and connect insights to chart a course to health equity—faster and together. Explore news, research, policy updates and thought leadership from experts within and outside RWJF, below.

Trending Topics

The landscape affecting the barriers to health equity is constantly shifting. Stay up to date as RWJF experts share their perspectives on timely news affecting our collective ability to get to a future where health equity is a reality.

In the Press

How Trump’s Medicaid cuts hurt New Jerseyans with disabilities. A Q&A

On July 4, President Trump signed the One Big Beautiful Bill Act into law. This bill makes historic cuts to the Medicaid program. What will the impact be for New Jersey residents with disabilities who depend on Medicaid (NJ Familycare) for services? Katherine Hempstead breaks it down in Q&A format.

1-min read

Disability
In the Press

We Ran the C.D.C.: Kennedy Is Endangering Every American’s Health

Dr. Richard Besser and several other former CDC directors on the purge of CDC leadership and the wide-ranging impact that it will have on America's health security.

1-min read

In the Press

Operation Warp Speed: Trump Admin Should Not Abandon Technology

Dr. Richard Besser, reflecting on Operation Warp Speed as “miraculous,” draws attention to the Trump administration’s decision to defund mRNA research—a move that threatens to unravel the very foundation of its greatest public health success.

1-min read

Expert Insights

Sharing solutions and stories from communities across America, along with critical perspectives and the best available data and evidence that can inform progress toward a future where health is no longer a privilege, but a right.

Blog Post
Created for blog.

Change Happens When Diverse Voices Shape Narratives

Lived experience, ecosystems of support, and the courage to disrupt drive narrative power that leads to change.

5-min read

Economic Inclusion for Family Wellbeing Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
Blog Post
An inclusive economy supports healthy families.

How an Inclusive Economy Supports Healthy Families

We have the power to build a just and inclusive economy that honors every family’s dignity.

5-min read

Economic Inclusion for Family Wellbeing
Blog Post
A family grasps economic opportunity, which is linked to stable housing, health care, access to education, and other hallmarks of well being.

What Does an Inclusive Economy Look Like?

Inclusive policies—including baby bonds and a guaranteed income—can restore the economic rights of people regardless of race, class, gender or other factors.

5-min read

Economic Inclusion for Family Wellbeing Policy and Law
Full Library

Our Research

We work to expand our nation's evidence base on what can help us achieve health equity faster and together. We recognize that equitable data collection and analysis is necessary to dismantle barriers to health equity.

Brief
Community Oriented Correctional Health Services providing continous care to prisoners while in prison and once they reentry communities. Boston. COCHS.

Forecasted 2026 Premiums in Michigan Mean Many People Will Pay More for Less Coverage

The end of enhanced premium tax credits would mean higher premiums for all ACA enrollees in 2026, in many cases even if they switch to a plan with less coverage.

3-min read

Healthcare Coverage and Access Policy and Law
Research
Neighborhood residents participating in a town meeting inside a restaurant.

Finding Common Ground Through Healthy Communities

Democracy is at its best when people come together to explore shared values and address shared challenges. And when we do, it becomes clear we have far more in common than what divides us.

1-min read

Equitable Community Development Community Power
Library
Health insurance card.

Changes in Health Care Spending and Uncompensated Care Under Enhanced Tax Credit Expiration for Mark...

If the Affordable Care Act’s (ACA) enhanced premium tax credits expire, hospitals, physicians, and other providers would face more than $32.1 billion in lost revenue and a $7.7 billion spike in uncompensated care in 2026.

1-min read

Healthcare Coverage and Access Policy and Law
Full Library

Advocacy & Policy

We are committed to advancing the policies, practices, and systems changes that can dismantle structural barriers to wellbeing, especially racism. We take the long view and focus on efforts that have a lasting impact on systemic, generational change.

Brief
Community Oriented Correctional Health Services providing continous care to prisoners while in prison and once they reentry communities. Boston. COCHS.

Forecasted 2026 Premiums in Michigan Mean Many People Will Pay More for Less Coverage

The end of enhanced premium tax credits would mean higher premiums for all ACA enrollees in 2026, in many cases even if they switch to a plan with less coverage.

3-min read

Healthcare Coverage and Access Policy and Law
Brief
Health insurance card.

Changes in Health Care Spending and Uncompensated Care Under Enhanced Tax Credit Expiration for Mark...

If the Affordable Care Act’s (ACA) enhanced premium tax credits expire, hospitals, physicians, and other providers would face more than $32.1 billion in lost revenue and a $7.7 billion spike in uncompensated care in 2026.

1-min read

Healthcare Coverage and Access Policy and Law
Brief
Doctor and nurse at nurse at clinic nurse station.

Marketplace Pulse: On the Eve of Big Changes, What is the Status of ACA Marketplace Participation?

In recent years, marketplace participation has not changed dramatically, but there are already indications that 2026 may be quite different.

2-min read

Healthcare Coverage and Access Policy and Law
Full Library