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Disability and Democracy: The Urgency of Inclusion at the PollsIn 2022, the American Medical Association acknowledged that voting is a "social determinant of health," highlighting its significance in understanding broader factors that affect our wellness.

October 21, 2024
Vinfen's Director of Government Relations and External Affairs writes that voting is a social determinant of health--"When individuals with disabilities exercise their right to vote, they help elect leaders who prioritize these critical issues, fostering policies that better reflect the needs and diversity of the population."

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June 20, 2023
Then Director of State Government Relations for CCA Health Rhode Island participated in an interview about mental health and its impact on residents.

May 2023
May is Mental Health Month, and Bill Bartholomew welcomed two rockstars in the space for an earnest and informative discussion: Sophie Hansen, LICSW then Director of State Government Relations, CCA Health Rhode Island and Chris Gadbois Chief Executive Officer, CareLink RI

January 31, 2018
Then NASW-MA's Political Director, Sophie Hansen, spoke out in favor of automatic voter registration in Massachusetts. Core to social work beliefs, AVR makes the voting process easier, creating more opportunities for vulnerable populations to participate in democracy.