Redstone Center's Wendy Ellis Delivers Inaugural Downing Lecture at Howard University
On June 22nd, Wendy Ellis delivered the inaugural John W. Downing Jr. Lectureship at Howard University.
News & Updates
On April 9, 2019, Bill Dietz delivered testimony before DC Council’s Committee of the Whole.
The Redstone Center submitted testimony to the DC Council urging inclusion of a health equity framework as one of the Comprehensive Plan's "Guiding Principles."
Leading Voices in Food Podcast featuring Bill Dietz on Obesity, Undernutrition & Climate Change
In February 2019, Bill Dietz, Redstone Center Chair, joined Kelly Brownell for Episode 27 of the Leading Voices in Food Podcast.
With Redstone Center Support, New Legislation Passes to Increase Physical Activity for DC Students
In December 2018, DC Council passed legislation to ensure students in DC public schools will soon have more time for play and physical activity.
Wendy Ellis Honored with 2018 Aspen Institute Ascend Fellowship
Wendy Ellis, project director and co-principal investigator at Building Community Resilience, has been selected as a 2018 Aspen Institute Ascend Fellow.
Jeff Hild, Policy Director, Testifies Before DC Council on Early Childhood Care Bills
On September 27th, 2017, Jeff Hild, Policy Director at the Redstone Center, testified before the Council of the District of Columbia.
The STOP Obesity Alliance at the Redstone Center created a one-page infographic highlighting key takeaways from Director Bill Dietz’s recent editorial.
Redstone Fellow, Allison Sylvetsky Meni recently presented to a group of 8th grade students on making healthful choices.
Third Annual Redstone Center Pilot Program Grants Awarded, Fellows Named
In January 2018, the third annual Redstone Center Pilot Program grants were awarded to Kate Applebaum, Amira Roess, and Allison Sylvetsky Meni.