The Horizon community is committed to listening, learning, and standing in solidarity with those from underrepresented and underserved communities.
We have no tolerance for hate, racism, discrimination, or harassment. This is a universal problem and we will work together toward an equitable solution, as this has a direct impact on our mission of recovery.
CHANGE BEGINS NOW.
We deliver you our Action Plan to advance diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in our company and in our hearts. The following commitments are the foundation upon which all Horizon DEIB initiatives will be built.
Understanding, advancing, and celebrating diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging will become a cornerstone of Horizon culture. Every current and future Horizon team member will be immersed in our “Stronger Together” program that involves learning modules, panels, trainings, awareness campaigns, and giveback opportunities.
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We will make it a priority to continually increase workplace diversity of underrepresented groups at all levels of our organization and consistently be transparent on our progress.
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We will cultivate meaningful relationships to expand our network, give back to the communities we serve, and collaborate with organizations that also share in DEIB values.
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Horizon commits to being an anti-racist, diverse, equitable, and inclusive organization. Through self-reflection and the commitments identified above, we pledge to advance equity, racial justice, and equal opportunity for all. We can and will do better.
We will hold ourselves accountable to measurable results and real change.
Shacarah Henry, LMHC, graduated from the University at Buffalo with a bachelor’s in Psychology in 2013 and went on to complete her master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling in 2016 at the University of San Diego. She spent five years working at various levels of care through community mental health organizations in San Diego before moving back to Buffalo. Upon her return in 2018, Shacarah joined Horizon Health Services as a Behavioral Health Clinician for Substance Use Disorder (SUD) and Mental Health (MH). In 2021, she advanced to the leadership role of Clinical Supervisor at one of Horizon’s largest outpatient clinics. Shacarah is passionate about working with diverse populations through a cultural humility lens and trauma-informed approach. She provides trainings and presentations, both internally to Horizon staff and externally to various community partners and organizations, on topics such as diversity and intersectionality, mindful wellness and stress management, and building belonging through inclusive conversations. As a member of Horizon’s Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB) Council, Shacarah expanded her commitment to community engagement. She is an advocate for community involvement and social justice. In 2024, Shacarah transitioned into her current role as Director of Health Equity and Impact for Horizon Health Alliance. In this capacity, she oversees the organization’s health equity initiatives, community impact, and DEIB programming for all Horizon affiliates.
Shacarah Henry
She/Her
Director of Health Equity and Impact
(716) 831-2700
shenry@horizon-health.org