Women for Helena is hosting the State of Women’s Health in New Orleans, bringing together medical professionals, advocates, and community leaders for an honest, solutions-driven conversation on the issues most impacting women in our city. The program will address both clinical care and the social determinants of health that shape outcomes, while also confronting critical challenges such as domestic violence and sexual assault.
The State of Women’s Health in New Orleans
Moderated by
State Rep. Mandie Landry
Wednesday, September 17, 2025
5:30 p.m. - 7 p.m.
The Lakehouse
7412 Lakeshore Drive, New Orleans, LA 70124
Tune in at YouTube.com/@HelenaMorenoLA the Live Stream
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Women’s Health & Wellness
This panel will explore women’s health across the lifespan, with a focus on reproductive and maternal care, mental health, and cancer prevention. Panelists will discuss systemic barriers to care, gaps in screening and treatment, and the influence of social determinants of health on outcomes.
Dr. Veronica Gillispie-Bell
Dr. Takeisha Davis
Dr. Elizabeth Blanton
Erin Stevens, LPC-S
Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault
This panel will address the urgent challenges of domestic violence and sexual assault in New Orleans. Advocates will discuss barriers to reporting, challenges around housing and economic dependence, and the policies and community partnerships needed to strengthen protections for women.
Helena Moreno
City Council Vice President
Mary Claire Landry
New Orleans Family Justice Center & Hope Community Health Center
Morgan Lamandre
Sexual Trauma Awareness & Response