Dr. Rupi Legha, winner of the Rise justice labs changemaker prize

Dr. Rupinder Legha, MD, is honored to be a recipient of the prestigious Changemaker Prize, awarded through Rise Justice Labs, a transformative accelerator program for grassroots leaders. Rise Justice Labs empowers changemakers to dismantle systemic barriers in democracy and advocacy by equipping them with resources, training, and a blueprint to pass legislation. Through this program, Dr. Legha has furthered her commitment to equitable mental health crisis care by championing legislative solutions like the SHIELD Act, which prioritizes safety, dignity, and justice. The Changemaker Prize celebrates her innovative leadership and unwavering dedication to transforming healthcare systems to serve the most vulnerable with compassion and equity.

Announcement of winners of the 2024 Changemaker Prize, featuring portraits of four women winners with their names: Gabriela Diaz-Vendrell, Kennette Pen & Dian Black, and Rupinder (Rupi) Legha MD.
Group of women holding signs and banners, promoting Rise Justice Labs Winter 2024 Cohort, with pink and orange graphic background
A poster features three professionals with their quotes. Gabriela Diaz-Vendrell discusses inclusive educational environments. Kennette Pen and Dian Black advocate for tax relief for survivors of trauma. Rupinder (Rupi) Legha MD promotes anti-racism in mental healthcare.

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A protest with people holding lit candles at night overlaid with text about mental health crisis management and the SHIELD Act, advocating for reform in California to reduce fatalities during mental health emergencies.

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A protest scene with protesters sitting on stairs wearing white hats and masks, some with messages written on their backs, against a building labeled 'City Hall'.