About the Black Men in White Coats Milwaukee Youth Summit

The Black Men in White Coats Milwaukee Youth Summit will bring together an estimated 250 students, parents, educators, clinicians, and community leaders to inspire youth to consider careers in healthcare, while laying the foundation for success via mentorship and networking. Evidence clearly shows that youth who do not see themselves represented in a profession tend not to see it as an option as a future career pathway. This event is meant to spark interest in and action toward medical careers among Black youth, addressing a growing healthcare workforce challenge in Wisconsin while increasing the diversity of Wisconsin’s healthcare providers, which has been shown to improve both access to and quality of care for underserved communities.