About The Pace Makerz

Founded by Dr. Erkeda DeRouen, a physician passionate about creating a more equitable healthcare landscape, the Pace Makerz evolved out of an idea discussed in her TEDX talk, entitled ``Did Disney just Save Healthcare? Imagine This.`` What if we as a society could release all of the barriers placed to prohibit underserved communities from obtaining quality healthcare and create a grassroots revolution? The Pace Makerz is an committed to reducing health disparities through education, community building, and advocacy.

What We Impact

Economic Stability

Education Access and Quality

Health Care Access and Quality

Neighborhood and Built Environment

Social and Community Context

Our Mission

Our mission at The Pace Makerz is to reduce health disparities by addressing the social determinants of health through education, community building, and advocacy. We strive to create a community where everyone has access to resources and support to live a healthy life, regardless of their background or circumstances.

Our Vision

To create a world where every individual has access to equitable healthcare, regardless of their socio-economic background or geographic location. We envision a future where our three pillars of education, community building, and advocacy have empowered communities to take charge of their health and well-being, leading to a healthier and more just society.