To address gaps in data for populations historically un- or underrepresented in existing sources, community-led data collection was incorporated into Kent County’s 2023 Community Health Needs Assessment (CHNA) process. Twelve organizations were paid to lead surveying efforts in their communities, resulting in a diverse convenience sample and disaggregated data for priority populations.
Your voice, and your vote, are vital for shaping healthier communities. This blog post explores the connections between democracy and health, as well as ways to promote civic engagement.
Well-resourced civic infrastructure and active civic participation can improve health. Both allow communities to tap the collective knowledge, wisdom, and action priorities of residents. Strengthening democratic processes and assuring access to civic and voter participation is necessary to advance health and racial equity.
The latest count of the public health workforce, Enumeration 2024, shows an increased state and local workforce since 2019, though much of the growth has been in temporary or contract staff.
With the lingering spotlight cast on the public health community due to the COVID-19 pandemic, it is imperative that public health practitioners use their voices to advocate for social justice in public policy. Here are some tips on how to continue to apply a Health in All Policies mindset to your practice, and how to model it for others.