Nevada Minority Health and Equity Coalition

Building Data Capacity to Tell Your Story
2024-07-19 11:00 - 13:00, 2024-09-27 11:00 - 13:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Zoom
Register Here (Space is Limited)Workshop Description:
Data is an essential tool that can help shape your work in your community. Data can help you pin-point areas of focus to maximize your efforts with limited resources. In this workshop, we will cover the value of data collection, how to store and manage data, and identify data resources. Participants will learn how to integrate data and storytelling into their day-to-day work.
Learning Objectives:

To identify best practices for data collection
To describe how to store, manage and share data
To use data to tell a story

Featured Speakers
Christopher Johansen, PhD, MPH
Assistant Professor, Department of Social and Behavioral Health
School of Public Health, University of Nevada, Las Vegas
Christopher Johansen, PhD, MPH, is an Assistant Professor of Social and Behavioral Health at UNLV School of Public Health. His research aims to address Latino health disparities. He was born and raised in Southern California and is the first male in his family to graduate from college. He earned his BS in Psychology from University of California, Davis, his MPH from San Diego State University, and his PhD in Health Promotion Sciences from Claremont Graduate University. Prior to coming to UNLV, he completed a postdoctoral training at UCLA Fielding School of Public Health working on various interventions to address health disparities (e.g., HPV vaccination, colorectal cancer screening, and preschool obesity prevention). Dr. Johansen strives to train and work alongside the next generation of public health practitioners in Southern Nevada.
Chibudom Yanez
Senior Management Analyst
The City of Las Vegas
Chibudom Yanez has lived in Las Vegas for over seven years and currently serves as a Senior Management Analyst for the City of Las Vegas. With a diverse background in government agencies and non-profit organizations throughout the Las Vegas Valley, she brings extensive experience to her role. She earned a Bachelor’s degree in Nutrition Education from the College of Saint Benedict in St. Joseph, Minnesota. Originally from Nigeria, Chibudom immigrated to the United States at a young age, sparking her passion for engaging underserved populations and ethnically diverse communities. Her career has included roles in Foster Care Services, case management at a local WIC and Early Head Start organization, and international partnerships promoting equity and education in Spanish-speaking countries. She has designed and facilitated trainings on family preservation, nutrition education, and community engagement. In her current role in Human Resources, she focuses on employee relations and organizational development training.
Funding Disclosure: Funding for this webinar was made possible (in part) by the CDC Foundation. The views expressed in written conference materials or publications and by speakers and moderators do not necessarily reflect the official policies of the CDC Foundation, nor does the mention of trade names, commercial practices, or organizations imply endorsement by the CDC Foundation.

Strengthening Maternal Health: The Impact of Doulas as Care Partners During Pregnancy and Postpartum
2024-07-23 18:00 - 19:30 | Zoom
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Grant Writing 101 for Non-Profits
2024-07-24 13:00 - 15:00, 2024-09-17 13:00 - 15:00 | Zoom
Register Here (Space is Limited)Workshop Description:
This workshop will provide an overview of best practices for grant writing for non-profit organizations. Participants will learn about funding sources, grant proposals, program narratives, and tips and strategies for grant writing for non-profit and public institutions.
Learning Objectives:

Identify common funding sources
Compare different types of grants
Understand the general outline of a grant and the application process
Describe best practices in grant writing and obtaining funding
List where to find grant writing resources and future workshops

Featured Speakers
Jason Flatt, PhD, MPH
Associate Professor
School of Public Health, University of Nevada, Las Vegas
Jason D. Flatt, PhD, MPH (Pronouns: He/Him/They/Them) is an Associate Professor at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, School of Public Health, Department of Social and Behavioral Health. Jason’s $5+ million-funded NIH research portfolio works to better understand health concerns and needs of diverse sexual and gender minorities or LGBTQIA+ (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, intersex, asexual and additional identities) people living with Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s disease, and their caregivers and care providers. Learn more about Jason’s research at www.RainbowsofAging.org.
Dr. Flatt has experience with grant writing, including current and past funding from the National Institutes of Health (NIH), California Health Care Foundation, Michael J. Fox Foundation, Alzheimer’s Association, institutional grants, foundations, non-profit contracts, and an NIH Loan Repayment award, as well as being awarded competitive grants for training and fellowships, graduate school scholarships, and travel awards to attend national conferences. He also serves on grant review committees for the National Institute on Aging and Alzheimer’s Association.
Laura Hernandez
Director of Youth and Senior Services
The LGBTQ+ Center of Southern Nevada
Laura Hernandez is the Director of Youth and Senior Programs at the LGBTQ+ Center of Southern Nevada. Previously, Laura served as the Executive Director of Gender Justice Nevada and co-founded the Nevada Alliance for Student Diversity. In these capacities, she actively engaged in legislative and policy advocacy to safeguard the rights of transgender students in Nevada schools.
As a grant writer, Laura has successfully secured funding from notable sources including the Office for Victims of Crime (OVC), Groundswell Fund, The Gill Foundation, The American Heart Association, Scan Health Plan, NV Energy, The Engelstad Foundation, and the Third Wave Fund.
Laura is currently focused on enhancing and expanding programs for LGBTQ+ youth and seniors through strategic grant initiatives. Her insight into the grant writing process and her dedicated approach to community-focused projects contribute significantly to the development and sustainability of programs at the Center.
Funding Disclosure: Funding for this webinar was made possible (in part) by the CDC Foundation. The views expressed in written conference materials or publications and by speakers and moderators do not necessarily reflect the official policies of the CDC Foundation, nor does the mention of trade names, commercial practices, or organizations imply endorsement by the CDC Foundation.

NMHEC Quarterly Partner's Meeting/Legislative 101 Webinar
2024-07-31 12:00 - 13:30 | Zoom

Use Your Voice: Advocate to Change Your Community
2024-08-06 13:00 - 15:00, 2024-10-03 13:00 - 15:00 | Zoom
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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.
Learning Objectives:

Define policy, advocacy, and lobbying in the context of the policy process
Explain why policy is an important tool to improve communities
Describe the legislative process in Nevada
Identify different ways to advocate and become more comfortable advocacy capacity
Recognize tools that can assist with advocacy work

Featured Speakers
Amanda Haboush-Deloye, PhD
Executive Director
Nevada Institute for Children’s Research & Policy, University of Nevada, Las Vegas
Amanda Haboush-Deloye earned her Ph.D. in experimental psychology and her Master of Arts in clinical psychology from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas. Amanda’s research background is on mental health in adolescent and adult populations with an emphasis on improving research methods to be more culturally appropriate. As a researcher at NICRP, she has designed and implemented many research projects regarding children’s physical health, mental health, and education, as well as lead children’s advocacy initiatives such as Every Child Matters in Nevada and Prevent Child Abuse Nevada. Being a Las Vegas native, Amanda aims to create a healthier community where families and children are a priority.
Valeria Gurr, M.A. and Ph.D. Candidate in Public Affairs
Senior Fellow
American Federation of Children
Valeria Gurr, M.A. and Public Affairs Ph.D. candidate at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV), is a Senior Fellow for the American Federation for Children. The Concilio Hispano Media Group named her as one of the most influential Hispanics in Southern Nevada in 2018. In 2022, the UNLV School of Public Policy and Leadership awarded her the Dottie Shank Service Award. In 2024, Citizen Outreach awarded her The Courage Under Fire for her legislative efforts to bring educational opportunities to Nevada children.
Valeria obtained her bachelor’s degree in Public Relations with a specialization in Marketing from Duoc UC of the Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile in 2009 and a master’s degree in Journalism and Media Studies from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) in 2013. She is expected to complete her Ph.D. in 2024. Valeria’s research interest is in seeing how the lack of access to quality education in traditional public schools and the digital divide impacted low-income families, predominantly Hispanic and Latino children, after the pandemic. Before working for AFC, Valeria was part of the UNLV Nevada Institute for Children’s Research & Policy. In her role, she provided child maltreatment prevention training to help empower both parents and the general community.
In her role at AFC, Valeria seeks to inform and empower families with the correct information to make the best decisions regarding their children’s education.
Funding Disclosure: Funding for this webinar was made possible (in part) by the CDC Foundation. The views expressed in written conference materials or publications and by speakers and moderators do not necessarily reflect the official policies of the CDC Foundation, nor does the mention of trade names, commercial practices, or organizations imply endorsement by the CDC Foundation.

Virtual Resource Fair
2024-08-07 18:00 - 19:30 | Zoom

Evaluating Health Programs: Tools and Strategies for Measuring Success
2024-08-14 11:00 - 13:00, 2024-10-31 11:00 - 13:00 | Zoom
Register Here (Space is Limited)Workshop Description:
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.
Learning Objectives:

Identify key concepts of program evaluation for public health initiatives
Select an appropriate evaluation methodology for a given purpose
Understand the strengths and limitations of various data collection methods
Describe how to monitor program evaluations with fidelity
Integrate equity-focused and culturally-sensitive approaches to evaluation activities

Featured Speakers
Tim Grigsby, PhD
Assistant Professor
School of Public Health, University of Nevada, Las Vegas
Dr. Tim Grigsby is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Social and Behavioral Health in the UNLV School of Public Health. He completed his PhD in Preventive Medicine (Health Behavior Research) from the University of Southern California in 2016. His primary research interests are on the health effects of childhood trauma, the conceptualization, measurement, screening, and prevention of substance misuse, and identifying sources of health disparities in underserved communities. He teaches courses in the undergraduate and graduate programs at UNLV including “Health Studies on Dangerous Drugs” and “Applied Statistics for Social and Behavioral Health Research” among others.
Lily Helzer, MPH
Cancer Prevention & Early Detection Programs Manager
Nevada Cancer Coalition
Lily Helzer is a native Nevadan, a graduate from the UNR School of Public Health, and has enjoyed her varied career in Nevada public health efforts supporting chronic disease prevention and control initiatives. She had the good fortune to work alongside NCC for a number of years before officially joining in February 2023. Lily spends as much time outside as she can manage, traveling, hiking, trail running, camping, snowshoeing and skiing, often accompanied by her son and husband.
Funding Disclosure: Funding for this webinar was made possible (in part) by the CDC Foundation. The views expressed in written conference materials or publications and by speakers and moderators do not necessarily reflect the official policies of the CDC Foundation, nor does the mention of trade names, commercial practices, or organizations imply endorsement by the CDC Foundation.

Evidence-Informed Program Planning within Diverse Cultural Contexts
2024-09-06 12:00 - 14:00 | Zoom
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This workshop will provide an overview of how to co-develop an evidence-informed health program that incorporates theoretical and empirical evidence and engages community stakeholders in the planning process. We will provide an overview of the six steps of the Intervention Mapping process, and how a trauma-informed approach can enhance the creation of more effective evidence-informed programs within diverse cultural contexts.
Learning Objectives:

Review the six steps of the Intervention Mapping process and their related tasks for effective program planning;
Describe the guiding principles of a trauma-informed approach to program planning in diverse cultural contexts;
Discuss applications of evidence-informed program within diverse cultural contexts.

Featured Speakers
Gabriela Buccini, Ph.D., MSc, IBCLC
Assistant Professor, School of Public Health
University of Nevada, Las Vegas
Dr. Gabriela Buccini is an Assistant Professor of Social and Behavioral Health. Dr. Buccini’s academic training is focused on epidemiology, public health nutrition, and implementation science methods. She has experience in evaluating and co-designing evidence-informed infant feeding and early childhood interventions in low-income settings in the U.S and globally. She teaches “Program Evaluation in Health Promotion” and “Implementation Science for Global Health” in the graduate program at UNLV School of Public Health.
Kaleigh Mancha, LMFT, Certified Full Spectrum Doula
Owner, K.a.y. & M.e.
Co-Founder, Heart and Sol Collective
Kaleigh Mancha has served as a full spectrum birth worker & Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist for almost 15 years, specializing in perinatal & postpartum mental health conditions, reproductive experiences, medical trauma & complex PTSD. She has been a certified yoga teacher for 10 years & currently oversees all yoga programming & mentorship of teachers at Yoga Haven as their Program Director.
Additionally, Kaleigh co- founded Heart & Sol Collective in 2020, a queer & BIPoC founded nonprofit that provides accessible & culturally responsive services to address maternal health disparities in the Las Vegas community. As a result of her passion for community, she enjoys providing mentorship for BIPoC perinatal professionals & creating trauma informed programming for organizations & community members.
Funding Disclosure: Funding for this webinar was made possible (in part) by the CDC Foundation. The views expressed in written conference materials or publications and by speakers and moderators do not necessarily reflect the official policies of the CDC Foundation, nor does the mention of trade names, commercial practices, or organizations imply endorsement by the CDC Foundation.

Community-Based Participatory Research
2024-09-11 13:00 - 17:00, 2024-10-09 13:00 - 17:00 | Zoom
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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.
Learning Objectives:

Understand CBPR within the scope of community-engaged research
Identify where community participation occurs in the research and evaluation process
Provide strategies for partner engagement and partnership development

Featured Speakers
Jason Flatt, PhD, MPH
Associate Professor
School of Public Health, University of Nevada, Las Vegas
Jason D. Flatt, PhD, MPH (Pronouns: He/Him/They/Them) is an Associate Professor at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, School of Public Health, Department of Social and Behavioral Health. Jason’s $5+ million-funded NIH research portfolio works to better understand health concerns and needs of diverse sexual and gender minorities or LGBTQIA+ (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, intersex, asexual and additional identities) people living with Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s disease, and their caregivers and care providers. Learn more about Jason’s research at www.RainbowsofAging.org.
Dr. Flatt has experience with grant writing, including current and past funding from the National Institutes of Health (NIH), California Health Care Foundation, Michael J. Fox Foundation, Alzheimer’s Association, institutional grants, foundations, non-profit contracts, and an NIH Loan Repayment award, as well as being awarded competitive grants for training and fellowships, graduate school scholarships, and travel awards to attend national conferences. He also serves on grant review committees for the National Institute on Aging and Alzheimer’s Association.
Leana Ramirez
Chief Clinical Officer
The LGBTQ+ Center of Southern Nevada
Dr. Leana Ramirez has dedicated over ten years to healthcare excellence and advocacy, impacting the lives of those within marginalized communities. As the Chief Clinical Officer at The LGBTQ+ Center of Southern Nevada, Dr. Ramirez is at the vanguard of HIV prevention and personalized patient care. Her work, which bridges healthcare policy and direct patient interaction, underscores her commitment to groundbreaking healthcare delivery.
Her leadership tenure includes notable positions on the Silver State Scripts Board, Co-Chair of the Southern Nevada HIV Prevention Planning Group, and chairperson of the LGBTQIA+ Workgroup for the Nevada Minority Health and Equity Coalition. Through these platforms, Dr. Ramirez spearheads initiatives that foster dialogue and collaboration across agencies and communities.
Dr. Ramirez’s expertise is reflected in past roles with EquiScript, Optum Specialty Pharmacy, and Avella Specialty Pharmacy, where she demonstrated excellence in clinical operations and business development and received recognitions such as Clinical Pharmacist of the Year and Retail Pharmacist of the Year, affirming her excellence in patient care.
Moreover, Dr. Ramirez is a fervent educator and mentor. She partners with Roseman University and Dignity Health St. Rose Dominican campus molding pharmacy students and residents into skilled practitioners with a robust focus on HIV care.
Dr. Ramirez has called the vibrant city of Las Vegas home for over 19 years. She shares a deeply cherished bond with her husband of 25 years and finds immense joy in the companionship of her two beloved dogs.
Funding Disclosure: Funding for this webinar was made possible (in part) by the CDC Foundation. The views expressed in written conference materials or publications and by speakers and moderators do not necessarily reflect the official policies of the CDC Foundation, nor does the mention of trade names, commercial practices, or organizations imply endorsement by the CDC Foundation.

Amplifying Equity Webinar-Health and Wellness of Black Men
2025-01-28 18:00 - 19:30 | Zoom
This workshop explores the physical, mental, and emotional health challenges facing Black men today and aims to provide valuable tools, resources, and strategies to promote health and well-being.
Learning Objectives:

Identify the key physical, mental, and emotional health challenges facing Black men today, with a focus on factors such as healthcare access, systemic inequities, and social determinants of health.
Explore effective strategies and tools for enhancing physical and mental health, including approaches to stress management, accessing support services, and adopting healthy lifestyle habits.
Understand resources and support systems available to Black men, including community organizations, health professionals, and self-care practices

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January NMHEC Partners Meeting
2025-01-29 12:00 - 13:00 | Zoom

Networking for Change (Las Vegas)
2025-04-07 08:00 - 10:00 | UNLV Campus Services Building

Networking for Change (Reno)
2025-04-15 12:00 - 14:00 | High Sierra Area Health Education Center, 639 Isbell Rd, STE #260, Reno, Nevada, 89509

June 4th NMHEC Partners Meeting (Rescheduled from April 30th)
2025-06-04 12:00 - 13:00 | Zoom

July NMHEC Partners Meeting
2025-07-30 12:00 - 13:00 | Zoom

October NMHEC Partners Meeting
2025-10-29 12:00 - 13:00 | Zoom
