Members of PEACE, Inc.’s Community Engagement and Head Start departments recently led medical students from SUNY Upstate Medical University on a walking tour of Southside Syracuse. The tour provided students with a firsthand look at the neighborhood and a deeper understanding of the social and environmental factors that can impact health outcomes for city residents.
During the visit, students learned about the health barriers many families face, including access to resources, transportation, housing, and nutritious food. They also heard about the many governmental and nonprofit organizations working together to strengthen the community and create meaningful, long-term improvements.
By connecting future healthcare professionals with the lived experiences of local residents, opportunities like this help foster greater awareness, empathy, and collaboration in addressing community health needs.
