Equity

Washington’s Equity-Focused Leadership Model Enhances Public Health

The Washington Department of Health (DOH) leveraged PHIG funding to create a leadership competency model prioritizing equity and employee wellbeing. Based on feedback from over 260 employees, the model sets clear expectations for people leaders and…

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Pima County Uses PHIG to Drive Equity Through Human-Centered Design

The Pima County Health Department is reshaping public health through a Human-Centered Design (HCD) approach that actively involves the community in program creation. Supported by PHIG funding, the department introduced HCD training courses for staff and…

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Advanced Grant Payments: Creating a More Equitable Public Health System

The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) recognizes challenges related to funding smaller or less-established organizations that may face barriers receiving grant funding (e.g., not having the necessary upfront capital to cover initial project…

Nevada County Health Department Launches “We Care” Brand to Rebuild Public Trust and Engage with Communities

Kathy Cahill, Director of Public Health at the Nevada County Health Department, explains the significance of branding and re-envisioning her department’s identity following COVID-19.

Kathy Cahill, Director of Public Health at the Nevada County Health Department.

Indirect Recipient San Mateo County Leverages PHIG Funding to Hire Equity Coordinator

Nupoor Kulkarni, Community Health Planner with the San Mateo County Public Health Department, tells us how her agency utilized PHIG support to hire a full-time equity coordinator.

Nupoor Kulkarni, Community Health Planner with the San Mateo County Public Health Department