Dr. Tina Sacks

Biography

Tina Sacks is an Associate Professor at the University of California, Berkeley’s School of Social Welfare, where she focuses on racial inequities in health and the social determinants of health. Her research delves into complex issues such as poverty and inequality, particularly examining how macro-structural forces and structural discrimination impact women’s health. Professor Sacks is currently investigating the persistence of racial and gender discrimination in healthcare settings, particularly for racial and ethnic minorities and those in poverty. Among her notable publications is the book "Invisible Visits: Black Middle Class Women and the American Healthcare System" (Oxford, 2019). Sacks also leads significant research projects addressing immigration and health, including a bi-national study centered on the health of indigenous Mexican women. In collaboration with the Berkeley Food Institute, she explores the gender dynamics of food stamp participation among Latina immigrants. Her work has appeared in leading journals and media outlets, and she has extensive experience in public health policy, focusing on women's health programs at the federal level. Beyond her academic pursuits, Sacks collaborates with various artists to highlight issues affecting Black and Latino communities through documentary filmmaking.

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