Live Well Wake has established the Health Impact Collaborative (HIC) to address COVID-19 health-related disparities and advance health equity in communities experiencing disparate outcomes across identified social determinants of health. The HIC has determined 35 Wake County census tracts as priority areas, given the proportion of residents who identify as Black/African American or Hispanic/Latino, high social vulnerability and low COVID-19 vaccination coverage.

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An ongoing offering is the COVID-19, Flu and Cold Bootcamp. This is an hourlong interactive training that provides the most up-to-date guidance on staying healthy this season, including vaccines, prevention and testing. This training can be either in-person or remote, and also altered for community organizations seeking tips and tricks for effectively communicating health messaging. To schedule a Bootcamp, please contact Kate, the HL4W Health Educator, at Kate.Broadwell@wake.gov

Join the HealthLit4Wake team for an engaging 90-minute Health Equity training! This session is designed for you to understand health equity and its application in personal and organizational settings. Participants will cover key concepts, identify barriers to access, and learn strategies to promote inclusivity and fairness in the healthcare arena. This interactive training will provide actionable insights to drive meaningful change. To schedule a training, please contact Maxeen, the HL4W Health Equity Project Coordinator, at Maxeen.Hill@wake.gov

• Alliance Medical Ministries
• Breaking Barriers Catching Hope
• Enlace Latino
• Fiesta Cristiana
• Garner Road Community Center
• Gethsemane Seventh-day Adventist Church
• Greater Pleasant Grove Development Corporation
• Loaves and Fishes Ministry
• NAMI Wake
• Neighbor Health
• Niasha Fray Consulting
• Oasis Health and Wellness Centers International – Village of C.A.R.E.
• Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Xi Mu Mu Chapter
• Raleigh Alumnae Chapter Delta Sigma Theta
• Southeast Raleigh Promise
• Triangle Area Parenting Support
• WakeMed
• Women 4 Wellness and Justice
   

Eligible applicants include local non-profits, faith-based organizations, local businesses and entrepreneurs that serve Wake County communities. All applicants must demonstrate a commitment to promoting health literacy and equity, especially within historically marginalized populations in Wake County.

Applicants can request funding ranging from $3,000 to $10,000. The total available funding for the mini-grants is $150,000, which will be distributed among the selected recipients based on the merit of their proposals.

The mini-grants will fund a wide range of projects aimed at enhancing health literacy and promoting health equity. Examples include hosting health fairs, conducting community outreach, creating educational materials, organizing workshops and implementing programs that address specific health concerns within marginalized communities. This is not an exhaustive list, and innovative ideas that align with the grant's goals are encouraged.

The organization does not need to be physically located in Wake County; however, the focus of the mini-grant is to support projects that serve Wake County residents. All funds should go toward directly supporting Wake County residents. Our goal with HealthLit4Wake is to increase health literacy and health equity specifically within this community. While organizations from outside the county are eligible to apply, their proposed projects must demonstrate a clear impact on the health literacy and equity of Wake County residents.

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This committee will develop a disparities impact statement and will explore policies and strategies to advance health equity and health literacy.

This committee will develop strategies to measure the effectiveness of health literacy messaging and recommend training opportunities to advance health equity. Trainings will support partners in the development and delivery of CLAS-centered services.

This committee will develop strategies for engaging communities in health equity and health literacy work.

The Communications and Messaging Workgroup is committed to enhancing health messaging for a diverse range of topics, with a particular focus on historically marginalized communities. This group reviews current materials, ensuring they align with Culturally and Linguistically Appropriate Services (CLAS) standards, and develops new messaging strategies to address community needs effectively.

Working closely with Wake County Communications, the workgroup creates and provides feedback on health messaging distributed throughout the community. This collaboration ensures our communications are culturally sensitive and relevant. Additionally, the workgroup reviews health training materials, offering constructive feedback to improve their effectiveness. Through these efforts, we aim to elevate the overall quality of health messaging and education, fostering better health outcomes for all.

Workgroup Meets: 2nd Tuesday of each month.

The Youth Engagement Workgroup is dedicated to developing strategies for involving youth in health equity and health literacy initiatives. This group discusses and shares updates on the Wake County Youth Health Council, ensuring that young voices are heard and integrated into our efforts.

In addition to fostering youth involvement, the workgroup collaborates on health training opportunities available to young people and discusses various events aimed at promoting health literacy. We also explore volunteer opportunities that empower youth to take an active role in their communities and work towards engaging them in public health roles. Through these collaborative efforts, we aim to inspire and equip the next generation to contribute to health equity and literacy in meaningful ways.

Workgroup Meets: 3rd Friday of each month.