Samantha Lew's Posts - GNH Community2024-03-29T10:07:45ZSamantha Lewhttps://gnhcommunity.ning.com/profile/SamanthaLewhttps://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/5013545453?profile=RESIZE_48X48&width=48&height=48&crop=1%3A1https://gnhcommunity.ning.com/profiles/blog/feed?user=0ozvmoybn1k1p&xn_auth=noGuide to State Policy for Health Equitytag:gnhcommunity.ning.com,2022-09-22:3365802:BlogPost:2017912022-09-22T13:57:17.000ZSamantha Lewhttps://gnhcommunity.ning.com/profile/SamanthaLew
<p>Check out this new resource: "<a href="https://www.hesct.org/blog/guide-state-policy-health-equity/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Connecticut's Path to Equity: A Guide to State Policy for Health Equity</a>." This roadmap of policy priorities across sectors that would promote health equity was created in partnership with organizations across the state. To date, over 50 organizations have signed on to demonstrate their commitment to advancing these policies.</p>
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<p><strong>The guide…</strong></p>
<p>Check out this new resource: "<a href="https://www.hesct.org/blog/guide-state-policy-health-equity/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Connecticut's Path to Equity: A Guide to State Policy for Health Equity</a>." This roadmap of policy priorities across sectors that would promote health equity was created in partnership with organizations across the state. To date, over 50 organizations have signed on to demonstrate their commitment to advancing these policies.</p>
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<p><strong>The guide calls on us to advance:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Anti-racist structures</li>
<li>Diversity & Inclusion</li>
<li>Access</li>
<li>Affordability</li>
<li>Economic stability</li>
<li>Opportunities to be healthy</li>
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<p><br/> Each section includes an introductory explanation of what the terms mean and why they are important to advancing health equity. Policy recommendations follow these introductions and link to evidence and Connecticut organizations working on these policies.</p>
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<p>To learn more <a href="http://ow.ly/x1SJ50KkWbt">http://ow.ly/x1SJ50KkWbt</a> #HealthEquity</p>
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<p><a href="https://www.hesct.org/blog/guide-state-policy-health-equity/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><img src="https://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/10824377696?profile=RESIZE_710x" class="align-left"/></a></p>Connecticut’s Path to Equity Workshopstag:gnhcommunity.ning.com,2022-05-23:3365802:BlogPost:2001522022-05-23T19:10:13.000ZSamantha Lewhttps://gnhcommunity.ning.com/profile/SamanthaLew
<p>We need your help! Earlier this year, we published<span> </span><a href="https://www.hesct.org/blog/connecticuts-path-to-equity/">Connecticut’s Path to Equity</a><span> </span>– a draft framework of state-level policy changes to promote health equity in Connecticut. While this draft included feedback from partners and a survey, HES wants to be sure the next version reflects even more Connecticut residents’ priorities for achieving health equity.</p>
<p><b>Why did HES create this…</b></p>
<p>We need your help! Earlier this year, we published<span> </span><a href="https://www.hesct.org/blog/connecticuts-path-to-equity/">Connecticut’s Path to Equity</a><span> </span>– a draft framework of state-level policy changes to promote health equity in Connecticut. While this draft included feedback from partners and a survey, HES wants to be sure the next version reflects even more Connecticut residents’ priorities for achieving health equity.</p>
<p><b>Why did HES create this framework</b>? Health equity is complex AND achievable. The Path to Equity lays out the concrete, feasible steps our state can take to achieve equity. This will allow us (advocates, residents, policymakers…everyone!) to work together towards a set of shared goals.</p>
<p><b>How can you get involved</b>?</p>
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<li><b>SHARE</b><span> </span>your ideas and experiences about what is required to get to health equity</li>
<li><b>LEARN</b><span> </span>from other participants about their goals and experiences</li>
<li><b>CO-CREATE</b><span> </span>a shared framework for advocacy</li>
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<p><a href="http://https://www.hesct.org/blog/connecticuts-path-to-equity-workshops/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Please register below for the date and time that works best for you:</a></p>
<ul>
<li><a href="https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAtduGurzsuHNzlkgVRVkGNA3mrF0kxGKYf">Monday, June 6th, 2022 at 2:00 PM – 3:15 PM</a></li>
<li><a href="https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYvc-qurj8pE9GlTVvYj3ZpWWeE3WiMVUDW">Wednesday, June 8th, 2022 at 5:30 PM – 6:45 PM</a></li>
<li><a href="https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUpd-uopj0sGdI234l12eSeRWxGw_iIL1YB">Thursday June 9th 2022 at 12:00 PM – 1:15 PM</a></li>
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<p>Workshops will last approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes long and are open to community members and partner organizations. Each session will have a maximum of 20 people. Community members attending on their own time will be thanked with a $20 gift card.</p>
<p><a href="https://www.hesct.org/blog/connecticuts-path-to-equity-workshops/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Ways to stay engaged:</a></p>
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<li>Would you like to share this opportunity with others?<span> </span><a href="https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1oIX3uM1n4woUPEFtNo3_7LfMEqTSAuhq?usp=sharing">Please find the flyer here!</a></li>
<li>Follow the hashtag #Path2Equity & follow us on social media!<span> </span><a href="https://www.facebook.com/healthequityct">Facebook</a>,<span> </span><a href="https://twitter.com/HealthEquityCT">Twitter</a>, &<span> </span><a href="https://www.instagram.com/healthequitysolutions/">Instagram</a></li>
<li>Can’t attend or know someone who is interested but unable to attend?<span> </span><a href="https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/6KDJ3KL">Fill out this survey</a><span> </span>and share your thoughts and ideas.</li>
</ul>
<p><b>Stay tuned for more opportunities to get engaged in health equity work</b>!<span> </span><i>A series of community conversations is coming soon</i>.</p>
<p>For more information or to arrange a conversation with your organization, please contact<span> </span><a href="mailto:hwebley@hesct.org">hwebley@hesct.org</a></p>
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<p>HES is a non-profit organization located in Connecticut. Our mission is to promote policies, programs, and practices that result in equitable access to health care, increased quality in the delivery of health care, and improved health outcomes for Connecticut residents. Our mission is motivated by the vision that every Connecticut resident will obtain optimal health regardless of race, ethnicity, or socioeconomic status. Our work is fueled by the belief that increasing health equity requires…</p>
<p>HES is a non-profit organization located in Connecticut. Our mission is to promote policies, programs, and practices that result in equitable access to health care, increased quality in the delivery of health care, and improved health outcomes for Connecticut residents. Our mission is motivated by the vision that every Connecticut resident will obtain optimal health regardless of race, ethnicity, or socioeconomic status. Our work is fueled by the belief that increasing health equity requires leadership, advocacy, and collaboration to advance systems-level policy change to transform the lives of those most affected by health disparities in Connecticut. This translates to work focused on policy change driven by the needs of the uninsured, persons of color, and economically disadvantaged individuals in the state. HES does its work with a three-pronged focus to educate, agitate, and advocate.</p>
<p>We often have volunteer, intern, and employment opportunities available. Currently, we are seeking:</p>
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<li><a href="https://www.hesct.org/documents/175/Fund_Development_Director_HES.pdf">Fund Development Director</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.hesct.org/documents/174/PolicyManager_.pdf">Policy & Advocacy Manager</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.hesct.org/documents/125/Training__Outreach_Internship.pdf">Training and Outreach Intern</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.hesct.org/documents/173/Training_and_Outreach_Program_Manager.pdf">Training and Outreach Program Manager</a></li>
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<p><i>A Note to Potential Candidates:</i></p>
<p><i>Studies have shown that women, BIPOC, and other people from marginalized groups are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet all the qualifications described in the job description. If you believe that you could excel in this role, we encourage you to apply. HES is committed to building a diverse and inclusive organization and considering a broad array of candidates, including those with diverse work experiences and backgrounds. You may use your cover letter to express your interest in the role and what you hope to bring to this role.</i></p>Health Equity Week 2022tag:gnhcommunity.ning.com,2022-03-29:3365802:BlogPost:1992812022-03-29T16:48:44.000ZSamantha Lewhttps://gnhcommunity.ning.com/profile/SamanthaLew
<p><span>Health Equity Solutions (HES) is hosting our fourth annual statewide Health Equity Week campaign (#HealthEquityWeek & #HEW22)! Health Equity Week is a week-long campaign held annually and is designed to raise awareness and spark action to advance health equity throughout Connecticut. Slated for the first full week of April, this year’s Health Equity Week will begin on Sunday, April 3, and conclude on Saturday, April 9, 2022. …</span></p>
<p><span>Health Equity Solutions (HES) is hosting our fourth annual statewide Health Equity Week campaign (#HealthEquityWeek & #HEW22)! Health Equity Week is a week-long campaign held annually and is designed to raise awareness and spark action to advance health equity throughout Connecticut. Slated for the first full week of April, this year’s Health Equity Week will begin on Sunday, April 3, and conclude on Saturday, April 9, 2022. <a href="https://bit.ly/HEW22%C2%A0">https://bit.ly/HEW22 </a>;</span></p>
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<p><span>This year we are highlighting our recently released Connecticut’s Path to Equity, which outlines key areas for policy change that will promote health equity in Connecticut.</span></p>
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<h4><b>Health Equity Solutions invites you to join one of our 2021 Listening Sessions!</b></h4>
<p>Each year, Health Equity Solutions hosts listening sessions to learn what health equity issues are most important to people in Connecticut. The sessions will be approximately an hour and a half long and are open to community members and partner organizations. Each session will have a maximum of 25 people. Please join us!</p>
<p><b>Please register below for the date that works best for…</b></p>
<h4><b>Health Equity Solutions invites you to join one of our 2021 Listening Sessions!</b></h4>
<p>Each year, Health Equity Solutions hosts listening sessions to learn what health equity issues are most important to people in Connecticut. The sessions will be approximately an hour and a half long and are open to community members and partner organizations. Each session will have a maximum of 25 people. Please join us!</p>
<p><b>Please register below for the date that works best for you.</b></p>
<ul>
<li><a href="https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0vcOqqpjguHNW8y4qWzLoKY3lqaVhsXDND">Thursday, August 26 at 5 PM</a></li>
<li><a href="https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZIvdOusqT4pGtCkrEij4Sfae_-YN9hdXi-2">Monday, August 30 at 6 PM</a></li>
<li><a href="https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAldOCprTsjG9XTPHdcoCZVQm6ddd-VS3DQ">Tuesday, August 31 at 9 AM</a></li>
<li><a href="https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0ucuyrpz0uEt2J-yFDL27HicVgcYE38Tgf">Wednesday, September 1 at 1 PM</a></li>
<li><a href="https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAuce6srDIqHtb11O5wZyIm6SRQANgeocXk">Thursday, September 2 at 5:30 PM</a></li>
<li><a href="https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZwod--vrz0tGNAnrF0WRAWOSRssB_rcYTtz" target="_self">Wednesday, September 8 at 11 AM</a></li>
<li><a href="https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZwucuyrqjotHNz0Um_yU9yekf_Cd-qyHhDc">Thursday, September 9 at 2 PM</a></li>
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<p>If you have any questions or need accommodations, please contact our Policy Analyst & Advocacy Specialist, Samantha Lew, at (860) 937-6432 or slew@hesct.org. Community members not representing an organization will be thanked for their time with a $20 gift card.</p>
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<p>Would you like to share this opportunity with others? Share<span> </span><a href="https://www.hesct.org/documents/106/2021_Listening_Sessions_1.pdf"><b>this</b></a><span> </span>flyer!</p>
<p>Can’t attend or know someone who is interested but unable to attend? Share<span> </span><a href="https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/JN9QRCK"><b>this survey</b></a><span> </span>link!</p>
<p>If you are a community health worker (CHW) and would like to participate in a discussion about the CHW workforce, please join the CHW forums this summer; details <a href="https://www.hesct.org/blog/community-health-workers-chw-2021-virtual-forums/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">here</a>!</p>
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<h4><span style="font-size: 10pt;"><b>Health Equity Solutions in partnership with the CHW Association of Connecticut invites you to join a virtual community health worker (CHW) forum!</b></span></h4>
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<p><span style="font-size: 10pt;">These forums will be approximately an hour and a half long. We hope to learn your thoughts, priorities, and concerns on what is needed to continue to advance the CHW workforce in the state of CT.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: 10pt;">There will be at…</span></p>
<h4><span style="font-size: 10pt;"><b>Health Equity Solutions in partnership with the CHW Association of Connecticut invites you to join a virtual community health worker (CHW) forum!</b></span></h4>
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<p><span style="font-size: 10pt;">These forums will be approximately an hour and a half long. We hope to learn your thoughts, priorities, and concerns on what is needed to continue to advance the CHW workforce in the state of CT.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: 10pt;">There will be at least two virtual sessions. Please select one or two date(s) that work best for you.</span></p>
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<li><span style="font-size: 10pt;"><a href="https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYlcOyvqjojG9CVcsUzuwKt0uPKgq3OnAqU">Saturday, August 7th at 11 am- 12:30 pm</a></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: 10pt;"><a href="https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0scO2vqzgoGtdgDBSSpENmKgzV8wcLnAsm">Monday, August 9th, 5:00 – 6:30 pm</a></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: 10pt;"><a href="https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZEtdeuqrD0qHNZLtwLdNShWB30O_8KNgBio">Tuesday, September 7th, 6:00-7:30 pm</a></span></li>
<li><a href="https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZcvdOGuqz4qEtyzbD_dQPfGvE-m-KDVLsv0" class="TooltipEntity"><span>Wednesday, September 8th, at 4:30 pm - 6 pm</span></a> <span>for any CHW that works/lives in the Greater New Haven area.</span></li>
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<p><span style="font-size: 10pt;">If you have any questions or need accommodations, please contact Dashni Sathasivam, at 860.322.6738 or <a href="mailto:dashni@hesct.org">dashni@hesct.org</a>.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-size: 10pt;">2 CHWs who attend a session and fill out the follow-up survey will be randomly selected to receive a $20 gift card.</span></p>
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<li><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Would you like to share this opportunity with others? Share <a href="https://www.hesct.org/documents/108/CHW_Forum_Flyer_2.pdf">this</a> flyer!</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: 10pt;">If you are <b>not</b> a CHW and would like to engage in our annual Listening Sessions, please see details <a href="https://www.hesct.org/blog/hes-2021-listening-sessions/">here</a>!</span></li>
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<div>Join us for Connecticut's 3rd annual Health Equity Week from April 4-10. Health Equity Week is a week-long annual campaign created to raise awareness and start conversations about advancing health equity throughout the state of Connecticut. Use #HEW2021 to stay engaged & updated during the week.</div>
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<p><strong>Monday,</strong> <strong>April 5th from </strong> <strong>6 PM – 7:30 PM: </strong>a panel discussion to launch Connecticut's 3rd annual Health Equity week: “The Path…</p>
<div>Join us for Connecticut's 3rd annual Health Equity Week from April 4-10. Health Equity Week is a week-long annual campaign created to raise awareness and start conversations about advancing health equity throughout the state of Connecticut. Use #HEW2021 to stay engaged & updated during the week.</div>
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<p><strong>Monday,</strong> <strong>April 5th from </strong> <strong>6 PM – 7:30 PM: </strong>a panel discussion to launch Connecticut's 3rd annual Health Equity week: “The Path to Health Equity in Connecticut.” To register <strong><a href="http://ow.ly/cGGy50DVkVM?eType=EmailBlastContent&eId=44444444-4444-4444-4444-444444444444" target="_top">click here</a></strong>.</p>
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<li><div>Moderator, Tekisha Dwan Everette, PhD - Executive Director, Health Equity Solutions</div>
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<li>Panelist, Nichelle A. Mullins, JD - President & CEO, Charter Oak Health Center</li>
<li>Panelist, Steven Hernández, JD - Executive Director, The Commission on Women, Children, Seniors, Equity & Opportunity</li>
<li>Panelist, Wizdom Powell, PhD, MPH - Director, UConn Health Disparities Institute</li>
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<p><strong>Tuesday, April 6th at 6 PM:<span> </span></strong>Join Congregations Organized for a New Connecticut (CONECT) for a discussion on<b> </b>Race, Ethnicity, & Language (REL) data. To register <a href="https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMlcOChqTgqHNcWzcUYw1eQCSjLgoiJaqhB?eType=EmailBlastContent&eId=44444444-4444-4444-4444-444444444444" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMlcOChqTgqHNcWzcUYw1eQCSjLgoiJaqhB"><strong>click here</strong></a><strong>.</strong></p>
<p><strong>Thursday, April 8th at 4:30 PM:<span> </span></strong>Join the Ministerial Health Fellowship, Make the Road CT, and CT Students for a Dream for a discussion about HUSKY Health programs with a segment on the COVID vaccine.<strong><span> </span></strong>More details can be found here <a href="https://fb.me/e/17cDpyy87">https://fb.me/e/17cDpyy87</a>.</p>
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</div>Path to Health Equity in Connecticuttag:gnhcommunity.ning.com,2021-03-24:3365802:BlogPost:1941312021-03-24T13:00:00.000ZSamantha Lewhttps://gnhcommunity.ning.com/profile/SamanthaLew
<p><span>Please join Health Equity Solutions and panelists to launch Connecticut's 3rd annual Health Equity week on April 5th at 6 PM. Health Equity Week is a week-long annual campaign created to bring awareness and start conversations on advancing health equity throughout the state of Connecticut.</span><br></br> <br></br> <span>Moderator, Tekisha Dwan Everette, PhD - Executive Director, Health Equity Solutions</span><br></br> <br></br> <span>Panelist, Nichelle A. Mullins, JD - President & CEO, Charter…</span></p>
<p><span>Please join Health Equity Solutions and panelists to launch Connecticut's 3rd annual Health Equity week on April 5th at 6 PM. Health Equity Week is a week-long annual campaign created to bring awareness and start conversations on advancing health equity throughout the state of Connecticut.</span><br/> <br/> <span>Moderator, Tekisha Dwan Everette, PhD - Executive Director, Health Equity Solutions</span><br/> <br/> <span>Panelist, Nichelle A. Mullins, JD - President & CEO, Charter Oak Health Center</span><br/> <span>Panelist, Steven Hernández, JD - Executive Director, The Commission on Women, Children, Seniors, Equity & Opportunity</span><br/> <span>Panelist, Wizdom Powell, PhD, MPH - Director, UConn Health Disparities Institute</span><br/> <br/> <span>This event will be recorded. Can't make the live webinar? RSVP anyway and we'll send you a recording afterward.</span><br/></p>
<p><span>To register: <a href="https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_5bGqiZURSp-TEOGSfDi-CQ">https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_5bGqiZURSp-TEOGSfDi-CQ</a></span></p>
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<p><a href="https://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/8732726097?profile=original" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><img src="https://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/8732726097?profile=RESIZE_710x" class="align-left"/></a></p>NEW DATES - Webinar Series on Declaring Racism a Public Health Crisis!tag:gnhcommunity.ning.com,2021-02-01:3365802:BlogPost:1737452021-02-01T20:22:34.000ZSamantha Lewhttps://gnhcommunity.ning.com/profile/SamanthaLew
<p><span>Both sessions have been POSTPONED to February 8 & 9.</span><br></br><span>ALL ATTENDEES will need to reregister—we apologize for the inconvenience! Join our two-part webinar event on Declaring Racism a Public Health Crisis! To register & for more details:</span><br></br><a href="https://lnkd.in/etJZCE9">https://lnkd.in/etJZCE9</a><br></br><a href="https://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/8503472453?profile=original" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><img class="align-left" src="https://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/8503472453?profile=RESIZE_710x"></img></a> <br></br><span>Come…</span></p>
<p><span>Both sessions have been POSTPONED to February 8 & 9.</span><br/><span>ALL ATTENDEES will need to reregister—we apologize for the inconvenience! Join our two-part webinar event on Declaring Racism a Public Health Crisis! To register & for more details:</span><br/><a href="https://lnkd.in/etJZCE9">https://lnkd.in/etJZCE9</a><br/><a href="https://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/8503472453?profile=original" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><img src="https://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/8503472453?profile=RESIZE_710x" class="align-left"/></a><br/><span>Come & join </span><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/healthequitysolutions/">Health Equity Solutions</a><span> February 8 & 9 for a two-part webinar event on Declaring Racism a Public Health Crisis!</span><br/><br/><span>Part 1 Making the Declaration: The first event will explain what it means to declare racism a public health crisis and why 20 municipalities in Connecticut and 173 states, municipalities, and organizations across the U.S. have made the declaration.</span><br/><br/><span>Part 2 Taking the Next Step: The second event will be a panel discussion with local leaders to discuss what next steps have been taken and how to leverage declarations to make anti-racist policy! This event will be recorded.</span><br/><br/><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/feed/hashtag/?keywords=healthequity&highlightedUpdateUrns=urn%3Ali%3Aactivity%3A6762088875851599872">#HealthEquity</a></p>Declaring Racism a Public Health Crisis in Connecticut: Why and How?tag:gnhcommunity.ning.com,2021-01-26:3365802:BlogPost:1708172021-01-26T20:16:54.000ZSamantha Lewhttps://gnhcommunity.ning.com/profile/SamanthaLew
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<div class="_1mf _1mj"><span>Part 1 Making the Declaration: The first event will explain what it means to declare racism a public health crisis and why 20 municipalities in Connecticut and 173 states, municipalities, and organizations across the U.S. have made the declaration.</span></div>
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<div class="_1mf _1mj"><span>Part 2 Taking the Next Step: The second event will be a panel discussion with local leaders to discuss what next steps have been taken and how to leverage declarations to make anti-racist policy! This event will be recorded.</span></div>
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</div>Health Equity Solutions 2020 Listening Sessionstag:gnhcommunity.ning.com,2020-09-10:3365802:BlogPost:1095882020-09-10T16:15:06.000ZSamantha Lewhttps://gnhcommunity.ning.com/profile/SamanthaLew
<p>Health Equity Solutions invites you to join our 2020 Listening Sessions!</p>
<p>These listening sessions will be approximately an hour and a half long and involve community members and partner organizations. We hope to learn your thoughts on health care and health equity and will use the information to inform our 2021 legislative agenda.</p>
<p>There will be multiple sessions throughout the month, with a maximum capacity of 25 people per session! Please register for the date & time that…</p>
<p>Health Equity Solutions invites you to join our 2020 Listening Sessions!</p>
<p>These listening sessions will be approximately an hour and a half long and involve community members and partner organizations. We hope to learn your thoughts on health care and health equity and will use the information to inform our 2021 legislative agenda.</p>
<p>There will be multiple sessions throughout the month, with a maximum capacity of 25 people per session! Please register for the date & time that works best for you: <a href="https://bit.ly/3biFMfe">https://bit.ly/3biFMfe</a><a href="https://bit.ly/3biFMfe"></a></p>
<p>If you have any questions or need accommodations, please do not hesitate to reach out. Community members not representing an organization will be compensated a $20 gift card for their time. Please feel free to share with your networks!</p>
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<p><a href="https://bit.ly/3biFMfe" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><img src="https://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/7887416494?profile=RESIZE_710x" class="align-center"/></a></p>COVID-19 & Health Equity Community Assessmenttag:gnhcommunity.ning.com,2020-05-14:3365802:BlogPost:1077812020-05-14T17:30:00.000ZSamantha Lewhttps://gnhcommunity.ning.com/profile/SamanthaLew
<p><span>Hello,</span></p>
<p><span>In an effort to ensure that Connecticut’s COVID-19 response and recovery efforts center health equity, Health Equity Solutions is collecting information from residents in CT through an online survey and one-on-one conversations. The survey asks respondents to identify concerns and proposed solutions to those concerns. These results are shared with policymakers, other decision-makers, philanthropy, and Health Equity Solutions’ partners on a regular basis. The…</span></p>
<p><span>Hello,</span></p>
<p><span>In an effort to ensure that Connecticut’s COVID-19 response and recovery efforts center health equity, Health Equity Solutions is collecting information from residents in CT through an online survey and one-on-one conversations. The survey asks respondents to identify concerns and proposed solutions to those concerns. These results are shared with policymakers, other decision-makers, philanthropy, and Health Equity Solutions’ partners on a regular basis. The survey is offered in 3 languages, can be taken multiple times, and can be found here:</span></p>
<p>Survey English: <a href="https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/QN6BN3G"></a><a href="https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/QN6BN3G">https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/QN6BN3G</a></p>
<p>Survey Haitian-Creole: <a href="https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/HES_Haitian-Creole"></a><a href="https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/HES_Haitian-Creole">https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/HES_Haitian-Creole</a></p>
<p>Survey Spanish: <a href="https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/HES_Spanish">https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/HES_Spanish</a></p>
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<p>If appropriate to your network, please share the survey.</p>
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<p>We continue to collect input on unmet needs and proposed solutions. Summary results are now available on our website and will be updated regularly, which can be found here <a href="http://hesct.org/covid-19/covid-19-health-equity-community-assessment-summary/">http://hesct.org/covid-19/covid-19-health-equity-community-assessment-summary/</a>.</p>
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<p>Please do not hesitate to reach out if you have any questions.</p>
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<p>Kind regards,</p>
<p>Samantha Lew</p>
<p>Policy Analyst & Advocacy Specialist for Health Equity Solutions</p>