Presenter: Leslie Solomonian, ND
Original Date: Februaury 2 2025

Nearly 80% of individual health is determined by social factors; this is likely higher for children due to their unique vulnerability. Most models of social determinants of health delineate these as access to education; access to healthcare; the built environment; economic stability; and social context. These determinants are generally thought of as localized; rarely is Planetary Health identified in these models. Through practice case studies, his talk will explore justice as being the common denominator that underpins all these determinants, particularly as they relate to the intersection of Planetary and pediatric health. Participants will leave with a greater understanding of the mechanisms by which injustice leads to health inequity, and strategies to move toward justice when working with children and families.

NUNM is accredited by the North American Naturopathic Continuing Education Council (NANCEAC). This activity qualifies for 1.5 Ethics (1.5 CEUs Total).