The Building Better Futures: Strategies for Effective Health Equity and Diversity Programs panel will explore actionable strategies for creating and sustaining health equity initiatives within healthcare organizations. Panelists will discuss the importance of inclusive leadership, diverse hiring practices, and addressing disparities in patient care to ensure equitable outcomes. Attendees will gain insights into how to measure and track the success of diversity and inclusion programs and overcome common barriers to implementation. This session will provide practical approaches for healthcare executives to lead transformative change in both workforce culture and patient care delivery.