This NIA/RCMAR symposium scheduled at this year’s APHA annual meeting, presents innovative research on innovative approaches to understanding the social determinants of health and health inequities for aging persons of color, with implications for programs and policies that address those issues. The symposium highlights the work of RCMAR Scientists who will present on innovative approaches to understanding the social determinants of health and health inequities for aging persons of color, with implications for programs and policies that address those issues. Additionally, the symposium highlights the work of those faculty who are at the forefront of innovating new research questions, approaches, and interventions to improve the health and well-being of older adults of color. View the session on APHA’s website.