Jean C. Accius

Jean C. Accius is an American author and advocate in the fields of health equity, social justice, public policy who is the current CEO of Creating Healthier Communities.

Education
Accius completed his education at the Florida State University, where he earned a bachelor's degree in business administration and master's degree in aging studies. He also has a bachelor's degree in social work from the University of South Florida. He furthered his studies at the American University in Washington, D.C., obtaining both a master's degree and a PhD in Public Administration. His academic focus has been on public policy, health equity, and social justice.

Career
Accius worked with AARP, where he was Vice President of Long-Term services & Supports and Senior Vice President of Thought Leadership & International Affairs. He also worked with Obama's administration as a senior Policy Advisor within the Disabled and Elderly Health Programs Group at the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services.

Accius was appointed CEO of CHC: Creating Healthier Communities. Under his leadership, CHC has focused on accelerating health equity and addressing systemic health disparities affecting marginalized communities.

Accius has served as a faculty member at American University. His work has intersected with healthcare, social services, and public policy sectors.