ABOUT US

The Nevada Minority Health & Equity Coalition (NMHEC) is a partnership of academic, civic, private and community organizations that aim to address health disparities and inequities in Nevada by building capacity, informing policy, and conducting research.

WORKSHOPS

The Nevada Minority Health and Equity Coalition have a series of workshops on a variety of topics that aim to build capacity to address health disparities in Nevada.

HEALTH MATTERS

Here you will find several tools and resources that can guide you on your journey in becoming your own health advocate because your health matters!

BECOME A PARTNER

Is your organization interested in becoming a formal partner with the Nevada Minority Health & Equity Coalition? We offer two partnership types: Allied Partners and Associated Partners. Learn about the benefits, responsibilities, and how to join and become a part of NMHEC.

EVENTS & WORKSHOPS

Latest Past Events

Evaluating Health Programs: Tools and Strategies for Measuring Success

Zoom

Program evaluation is the formal assessment of a program or policy’s value and impact within a community. It is becoming increasingly necessary for organizations to perform evaluation to secure resources and to improve and expand programs. This workshop will provide a practical, skills-focused introduction to the different types of evaluation, concepts and techniques, data collection methods, and best practices of program evaluation. Participants can expect to learn the fundamental skills needed to participate in evaluation of a new or existing health program.

Free

Community-Based Participatory Research

Zoom

Community-Based Participatory Research (CBPR) is the combination of research and partnership building when assessing a community priority. Partnerships are diverse, often including individuals from specific communities, organizations, academic institutions, and/or coalitions. The CBPR approach strives for shared decision-making and involvement of partners and community members during all phases of the process. This workshop will introduce CBPR, its principles, critical points in partnership development, and aspects to consider throughout the research and partnership processes. This workshop is for anyone interested in conducting research and assessment with communities. The session will incorporate tips and strategies for organizations implementing and evaluating community programs.

Free

Use Your Voice: Advocate to Change Your Community

Zoom

Advocating can increase health equity in your community and make the voice of the community heard. Workshop attendees will learn how to communicate ideas and concerns to policymakers and how to engage them. This workshop will explore different forms of policy, Nevada’s state legislative process, and the differences between advocacy and lobbying. It will also build on participants' experiences to help them find what will work best to make change and mobilize their networks.

Free

TWEETS

Interested in conducting research and assessments with communities? Take our Community-Based Participatory Research workshop on February 14th from 10:00 am to 2:00 PM. Register today by clicking the link or scanning the QR code!

✨ Upcoming virtual webinar ✨

Please join NMHEC and High Sierra AHEC to discuss COVID-19 vaccinations amongst Nevadans under 19 with Dr. Jose Cucalon-Calderon, Dr. Maria Fernandez, and Liliana Davalos!
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📅 Thursday, Dec 7, 2023: 12-1PM PST @ http://bit.ly/47eymWy

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