Health Leads November 2024 Newsletter

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** Local Investing, Reimagined
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Local non-profits know deeply what their communities need, but most funding barely covers keeping their heads above water to provide existing services - let alone cover the space and time to innovate around what's next or solve more complex challenges. Black and Brown-led nonprofits also receive 34% less funding ([link removed]) than white-led groups. With support from the Deloitte Health Equity Institute (DHEI) and Collaborosity, Health Leads redesigned local investing with the Makers Residency. Over 10 weeks, five visionary community leaders received coaching, funding, technical assistance and peer support to innovate and drive forward a new wave of local, sustainable change.
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** The Work of Generations Continues
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We understand everyone may still be processing a mix of emotions after the presidential election. Knowing how the candidates campaigned on a range of issues and policies, many advocates for racial health equity are justifiably worried about what lies ahead for our most under-resourced and marginalized communities. We share some reflections and resources in our post-election statement.
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** Protecting Racial Health Equity Programs
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Following the results of this month’s presidential election, we’re left with many questions about how to protect the future of health equity work. In this latest Health Equity Community Collaborative ([link removed]) webinar, the NAACP Legal Defense Fund ([link removed]) and AAMC Center for Health Justice ([link removed]) outlined the current legal challenges and protections available for community programs and services.
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** Tools for Creating Inclusive Bilingual Events
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Language can be a barrier to equity-centered work, but sometimes even the most well-intentioned efforts leave people behind. These resources were created in partnership with the California Health Care Foundation as part of our work to better integrate community health workers and promatores into health systems and clinics ([link removed]) . Take a look at best practices, lessons learned and a handy checklist when planning for accessible events for your community.
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** Grateful for Your Support This Giving Season and Always
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Community-led racial equity efforts that not only fill immediate resource gaps in local areas but remove systemic barriers to health are more critical than ever. As we approach the season of gratitude and giving, we hope you will consider supporting our efforts to enable health, well-being and dignity - in the face of a challenging political climate. Whether we are working to advance food security, maternal health or primary care, every dollar goes a long way to our national and local efforts to protect community led racial health equity.
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** What We Are Watching, Reading and Hearing!
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Celebrating Native American Heritage Month!

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American Red and Black: Stories of Afro-Native Identity ([link removed])

This intimate film follows six Afro-native Americans from around the U.S., as they reflect upon the personal and complex issues of Native and African heritage, ethnic identity, and racism within communities of color. Alicia Woods award winning thesis film, "American Red and Black: Stories of Afro Native Identity," investigates mixed heritage issues.
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Life on the Margins: An Urban Native Experience Podcast ([link removed])

Each episode of this podcast explores the unique experiences of Indigenous peoples living in urban settings, blending personal stories with discussions on contemporary issues. Tune in to hear inspiring tales of resilience, cultural insights, and perspectives on navigating the complexities of modern life while staying connected to Indigenous roots.
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Medicaid will cover traditional healing practices for Native Americans in 4 states ([link removed])

For the first time, Medicaid in California, Arizona, New Mexico and Oregon is set to cover traditional health practices such as music therapy, sweat lodges, and dancing to help with physical and mental health. Lesley McClurg explains the new two-year pilot program that applies at Indian Health Service facilities, tribal facilities, and urban Indian organizations.

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