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SUMMARY:Nevada Vaccine Equity Collaborative Monthly Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Join us every third Wednesday of the month at 11AM PST for the Nevada Vaccine Equity Collaborative meeting! \nThe NVEC is a partnership comprised of diverse and interdisciplinary members of the public\, as well as private\, state\, and community partners\, co-led by Immunize Nevada and the Nevada Minority Health and Equity Coalition. \nMembers of the NVEC include state legislators\, community members representing different ethnicities and demographics\, healthcare providers\, faith-based leaders\, public and private representatives. \nRegister
URL:https://nmhec.org/event/nevada-vaccine-equity-collaborative-monthly-meeting/2022-11-16/
LOCATION:Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221101T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221101T123000
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SUMMARY:Fundamentals of Equity-Focused Community-Based Program Evaluations
DESCRIPTION:Registration (Space is Limited)Workshop Description:\nAs the demand for rigorous evaluation of policy and programming rises\, it is important to build the capacity of community-serving organizations to carry out activities to test and communicate the effectiveness of community health programs and policies. This workshop will provide a practical and skills-focused introduction to process\, impact\, and outcome evaluation in community settings. You will be exposed to theory\, concepts\, and application of program evaluation techniques to strengthen your understanding of program evaluation methodology\, data analysis\, and dissemination of findings. Examples will emphasize equity-based approaches to evaluation and draw on best practices in the development of evaluation activities. The goal of this workshop is to provide attendees with the fundamental skills needed to participate in the evaluations of new and existing programs and policies. \nLearning Objectives:\n\nIdentify key concepts of evaluation with application to public health programs and policy\nSelect an appropriate evaluation methodology for a given purpose\nUnderstand the strengths and limitations of various data collection methods\nDescribe how to monitor program evaluations with fidelity\nApply an equity-focused lens to evaluation activities in community settings\n\nFeatured Speakers\nTim Grigsby\, PhD\nAssistant Professor\nUniversity of Nevada\, Las Vegas \nDr. Tim Grigsby is an Assistant Professor of Social and Behavioral Health in the Department of Environmental and Occupational 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 Hispanic/Latinx communities. His secondary interests are in the dissemination of novel research and analytic methods in public health research. \nDr. Grigsby’s primary research interest focuses on the conceptualization\, measurement\, and prevention of substance misuse. His work explores the role of family- and community-based trauma exposure as risk factors for substance use\, misuse\, and related health outcomes in minority populations. Specifically\, his work has identified adverse childhood experiences and perceived discrimination as important risk-factors of substance use\, violence\, and adverse health outcomes in minority populations. \nVince Collins\nExecutive Director\nTogether As One Nevada \nVince E. Collins\, Founder/Executive Director of Together as One Nevada (TAON) 501c3\, an Artist-N-Action organization\, has over twenty years of Human Services and Fine Arts experience in the non-profit sectors. \nMr. Collins is tasked with the onboarding and the implementation of the newly formed human rights and advocacy organization\, Together as One Nevada: (TAON) officially established as a nonprofit through the Nevada office of the Secretary of State on January 31st\, 2022. \nMr. Collins has held positions in various organizations in Nevada and across the United States\, i.e.\, Director of Operations\, Director of Community Wellness\, HIV Services/Integrated Testing Clinic Manager\, Lead Case Manager\, and Community Outreach Coordinator. Mr. Collins has led various programming for at-risk youth services\, health education\, LGBTQ+ rights advocacy\, HIV prevention\, substance use and prevention\, and spearheading company diversity\, equality\, and inclusion planning. Additionally\, Mr. Collins currently works under contract with various organizations in the greater Las Vegas\, NV area and nationally\, both in public health\, and arts exposure programs. He also serves on various boards\, including Nevada Minority Health and Equity Coalition\, CARE Coalition\, and was appointed and commissioned by Governor Steve Sisolak to the Advisory Task Force on HIV Exposure Modernization for the State of Nevada. \nMr. Collins is Co-owner/Founder of Black Queer Men of Las Vegas (BQMLV.COM) whose mission is to empower same-gender-loving Black men to create community within a safe space that enables authentic self-realization. “Our mission in action is through arts and culture\, advocacy\, education\, health/wellness promotion\, and social support. Black UNITY for OUR Community!” \nMr. Collins enjoyed a long career as an elite level classical ballet dancer touring the world. He enjoys teaching and coaching young dancers and providing elite level training for underserved communities. \nFunding Disclosure: *This project is supported by the Nevada State Division of Public and Behavioral Health through Grant Number 1 NH75OT000092-01-00 from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Its contents are solely the responsibility of the authors and do not necessarily represent the official views of the Division nor the CDC. Any activities performed under this sub-award shall acknowledge the funding was provided through the Division by Grant Number 1 NH75OT000092-01-00 from the CDC.
URL:https://nmhec.org/event/fundamentals-of-equity-focused-community-based-program-evaluations-2/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221021T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221021T150000
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SUMMARY:Survey Development Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Registration (Space is Limited)Workshop Description:\nSurveys are a great tool to gather information about a community or a specific topic of interest. Good surveys that deliver credible and meaningful results take time and careful planning to design because the questions need to be asked in a way that will accurately measure the opinions\, experiences\, and behaviors of the community. In this workshop\, participants can expect to learn the basics of how to design an effective survey that is clear\, engaging\, and asks useful questions that avoid unintentional bias. \nLearning Objectives:\n\nIdentify the applications of surveys in community work\nApply the steps entailed in survey development\nDevelop valid\, reliable\, relevant\, and readable items for a survey\nDemonstrate how to employ a survey in community work\nIdentify common sources of error in survey administration and how to overcome them\n\nFeatured Speaker\nManoj Sharma\, Ph.D.\, MCHES® \nProfessor and Chair\, Department of Social and Behavioral Health \nSchool of Public Health at the University of Nevada\, Las Vegas  \nManoj Sharma\, MBBS\, Ph.D.\, MCHES® is a Professor and Chair of the Department of Social and Behavioral Health in the School of Public Health at the University of Nevada\, Las Vegas. He has taught over 6\,000 students in his career and has worked at local\, state\, national\, and international levels in public health for over 35 years. He is ranked in the top one percentile of scientists globally by Elsevier. His research interests are in developing evidence-based health promotion interventions\, survey research\, integrative health\, and community-based participatory research (CBPR). \nJamie Ross \nExecutive Director\nPACT Coalition \nJamie Ross has been the Executive Director of the PACT Coalition since 2011. She has been involved with substance misuse prevention from a young age and has turned her lifelong passion for bettering the community into a career\, helping to create system-wide change geared toward reducing substance misuse. \nThe PACT Coalition is the largest substance misuse prevention coalition in Las Vegas with diverse funding focused on the full spectrum of prevention\, including mental health\, primary and tertiary substance misuse prevention\, and the intersection of prevention into all aspects of community building. \nAs the Executive Director\, Jamie oversees all programs and funding\, writes grants\, and manages staff. Since its inception\, she has helped the PACT Coalition grow to ten times its original funding and capacity. Jamie believes in the power of the community to change itself for the better. When a community comes together to solve its own problems\, the results are powerful and transformative. As Sam Quinones says\, the solution to the opioid crisis isn’t naloxone\, it’s the community. \nWhen Jamie isn’t working\, she can be found hiking and climbing or watching the latest superhero movie with her husband. \nElizabeth Moore \nProject Coordinator\nPACT Coalition \nElizabeth Moore is a Project Coordinator at the PACT Coalition\, where she is responsible for coordinating primary prevention efforts for Southern Nevada specifically through the revision and presentation of timely prevention data. This role allows Elizabeth to support the Clark Regional Behavioral Health Policy Board by connecting the substance misuse and behavioral health community. Elizabeth especially enjoys the community outreach aspect of her work\, as she is always excited to have the opportunity to connect with locals. \nElizabeth also has experience working as a Research Assistant at the Nevada Institute of Children’s Research and Policy and as a Student Intern at the Southern Nevada Health District. She completed her Master’s degree in Public Health with an emphasis in Social and Behavioral Health from the University of Nevada\, Reno in 2020. In 2022\, she became a Certified Prevention Specialist. \nChelsi Cheatom \nProgram Manager\nPACT Coalition \nChelsi Cheatom has been working with Trac-B Exchange since 2016 as the Program Manager. She has helped to support Trac-B Exchange opening the first storefront syringe exchange in Clark County\, NV as well as supporting the roll-out of the Impact Exchange vending machine project which now has 5 public health/ syringe vending machines placed in the Las Vegas community. Prior to working at Trac-B Exchange\, Chelsi oversaw the STD and Adult Viral Hepatitis grant programs for the State of Nevada’s Division of Public and Behavioral Health’s Office of Public Health Informatics and Epidemiology and was a Disease Investigation and Intervention Specialist with the Southern Nevada Health District. Chelsi earned a Master’s degree in Health Promotion from the University of Nevada\, Las Vegas in 2010. \nFunding Disclosure: *This project is supported by the Nevada State Division of Public and Behavioral Health through Grant Number 1 NH75OT000092-01-00 from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Its contents are solely the responsibility of the authors and do not necessarily represent the official views of the Division nor the CDC. Any activities performed under this sub-award shall acknowledge the funding was provided through the Division by Grant Number 1 NH75OT000092-01-00 from the CDC.
URL:https://nmhec.org/event/survey-development-workshop/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221020T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221020T150000
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SUMMARY:Building Community Power to Impact Change: Foundations of Community Organizing
DESCRIPTION:Registration (Space is Limited)Workshop Description:\nCommunity Organizing is the methodology by which people come together to build collective power to solve social problems.  Non-violent community organizing has and continues to shape much of our daily lives. In this workshop we will review introductory concepts of community organizing through short case studies and explore tools to apply organizing methodologies to your daily practice.  This workshop is designed for people unfamiliar with the basics of community organizing\, but open to all. \nLearning Objectives:\n\nAdvance a shared understanding of community organizing as a social change methodology.\nExplore the principles that guide effective community organizing.\nStudy brief examples of effective organizing.\nReflect on the application of community organizing principles in your community-based work.\n\nFeatured Speaker\nBliss Requa-Trautz \nExecutive Director\nArriba Las Vegas Worker Center \nBliss Requa-Trautz is the Executive Director of Arriba Las Vegas Worker Center. She brings more than a decade of experience in community organizing around issues of economic justice\, immigrant justice\, and education access. She holds Bachelor of Arts in Sociology and Anthropology from the University of Massachusetts Amherst\, and a Labor Studies Certificate from the Joseph S. Murphy Institute for Labor Studies and Worker Education at City University of New York. \nThe Arriba Las Vegas Worker Center unites day laborers\, domestic workers\, immigrant workers and low wage workers to defend their rights\, fight for dignity and win justice for all. Our mission is to inform\, empower\, and organize immigrant led efforts towards equality\, economic justice and social and political inclusion. \nJorge Torres \nRegional Organizer\nNational Day Laborer Organizing Network \nJorge Torres was born in Quito\, Ecuador\, where he had his first experience seeing inequality\, particularly in the way indigenous people were treated. He began organizing with indigenous people since he was 12 years old. He came to the United States at the age of 16 with his parents\, and has lived here for 17 years. He lived undocumented for 9 years of his life\, during which he learned about the frustration of lacking access to school\, work\, and travel. Also a constant fear for ICE and police. He began to organize with Unidad Latina en Acción in New Haven CT\, a community organization that works against wage-theft\, provides educational and leadership opportunities\, and community empowerment. He was able to regularize his immigration status nine years ago\, but continues to organize with immigrant communities. He founded Unidad Latina en Acción\, in New Jersey an organization that empower the community against the deportation machine. For over 10 years Torres has worked hand in hand with families in deportation proceeding. In 2012\, he was part of the Undocubus\, a ride for justice\, which was a bus traveling from Arizona to North Carolina with over 30 undocumented families that risked deportation and were unafraid to seek justice. Torres also has done community radio\, and makes films and documentaries related to migrants and social justice. He also has provided strategic direction for opening El Centro’s Community Job Center in July 2014 by organizing and doing advocacy work at the local and national level. Jorge has organized and planned the first Staten Island Workers’ Assembly that brought together about 500 workers from different industries. He founded a transnational project with members of the Staten Island community and Puebla\, Mexico to reunite families separated by forced migration through cultural and social economic projects. Torres has led and strategized with the ICEFREENJ Statewide Campaign that focuses on responding to Raids\, Detentions and Deportations cases to engage families on anti-deportation and anti-detention advocacy projects. Jorge Torres has developed a migrant protection project for the Embassy of Ecuador in the United States\, which was implemented nation-wide as a permanent program. He has managed the tri-state area by implementing a supervised system of the staff\, coordinating professional trainings for the team with clear strategies for undocumented migrant protection. Jorge has implemented community outreach and engagement strategies to advocate for cases of families risking deportation proceedings. Torres has developed and implemented a rapid response system for more than 350 cases that were in detention centers. he worked for 4 years with Faith in New Jersey a multi-faith and multi-racial network of faith leaders and faith communities working together to advance an immigration\, racial\, economic and human justice agenda at the local\, state and federal level. Currently Torres works with the National Day Laborer Organizing network as the national campaign strategist with the mission of improve the lives of day laborers\, migrants and low-wages workers to basically build power and leadership among those facing injustice\, so they can challenge inequality and expand labor\, political and human rights.  \nFunding Disclosure: *This project is supported by the Nevada State Division of Public and Behavioral Health through Grant Number 1 NH75OT000092-01-00 from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Its contents are solely the responsibility of the authors and do not necessarily represent the official views of the Division nor the CDC. Any activities performed under this sub-award shall acknowledge the funding was provided through the Division by Grant Number 1 NH75OT000092-01-00 from the CDC.
URL:https://nmhec.org/event/community-organizing/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221019T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221019T120000
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SUMMARY:Nevada Vaccine Equity Collaborative Monthly Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Join us every third Wednesday of the month at 11AM PST for the Nevada Vaccine Equity Collaborative meeting! \nThe NVEC is a partnership comprised of diverse and interdisciplinary members of the public\, as well as private\, state\, and community partners\, co-led by Immunize Nevada and the Nevada Minority Health and Equity Coalition. \nMembers of the NVEC include state legislators\, community members representing different ethnicities and demographics\, healthcare providers\, faith-based leaders\, public and private representatives. \nRegister
URL:https://nmhec.org/event/nevada-vaccine-equity-collaborative-monthly-meeting/2022-10-19/
LOCATION:Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221013T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221013T133000
DTSTAMP:20260406T015956
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LAST-MODIFIED:20220801T160243Z
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SUMMARY:Equity Through Interconnection: Exploring a Systems Approach to Community Health and Social Change
DESCRIPTION:Registration (Space is Limited)Workshop Description:\nSystems thinking is a holistic approach that examines the relationships or connections between various factors in a system\, which can help reveal the underlying causes of a problem. This interactive workshop will offer valuable perspectives\, tools\, and strategies to create better solutions for health equity by enabling a deeper understanding of organizational or community challenges. Prior systems thinking experience is not required. Participants can expect to gain a foundational understanding of systems theory\, be able to create system maps\, and access tools to create a framework that can help anticipate possible reactions to change. \nLearning Objectives:\n\nDefine systems thinking and other key concepts like equity and social change\nIdentify core elements and habits of systems thinking\nUnderstand how systems thinking can help advance health equity\nExplore tools to integrate systems thinking into existing frameworks for equity\n\nFeatured Speaker\nWill Rucker\, MA\nCo-Leader\nCompassionate Las Vegas \nWill Rucker is gifted to communicate with clarity\, compassion\, and creativity. He gives voice to what is possible while influencing the culture and developing the systems required to achieve it practically. Will brings a unique perspective of the world\, and our places within it\, to his mission of cultivating a global culture centered on compassion. \nWill is engaged in local\, statewide\, and national platforms advancing socio-spiritual transformation efforts in restorative justice\, health equity\, and humanity first initiatives. Nearly twenty years of experience in leading individuals\, teams\, and organizations to extraordinary success informs his unique approach to change. Will’s educational background includes certifications in Cultural Transformation\, Leadership\, Interpersonal Skills\, and Compassion. Will also holds a master’s degree in Executive Leadership. \nCurrently\, Will is honored to serve his community by leading the development and expansion of health promotion programs for a national non-profit organization. He also serves as the co-leader of Compassionate Las Vegas\, a grassroots organization whose mission is to make Las Vegas a more compassionate place to live\, learn\, work\, and play. In addition\, Will is a current board member of several non-profits\, including the Interfaith Council of South Nevada\, Community Partners for Better Health\, Compassionate Las Vegas\, and the Nevada Minority Health & Equity Coalition. \nFunding Disclosure: *This project is supported by the Nevada State Division of Public and Behavioral Health through Grant Number 1 NH75OT000092-01-00 from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Its contents are solely the responsibility of the authors and do not necessarily represent the official views of the Division nor the CDC. Any activities performed under this sub-award shall acknowledge the funding was provided through the Division by Grant Number 1 NH75OT000092-01-00 from the CDC.
URL:https://nmhec.org/event/exploring-a-systems-approach-2/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221012T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221012T170000
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SUMMARY:Grants Administration - Basics
DESCRIPTION:Registration (Space is Limited)Workshop Description:\nGrant administration encompasses the duties of designing and managing the grant from pre-award through post-award closeout. These duties begin as the grant proposal is written since the fiscal responsibilities and reporting requirements need to be taken into consideration before the grant is awarded. In this introductory level workshop\, interested community agencies will learn the basics of successfully searching\, applying\, and managing grants. \nLearning Objectives:\n\nIdentify funding opportunities\nIdentify key elements of a funding notice\nIdentify key elements of a grant application\nDevelop a budget and associated budget justification\nDefine post award elements\n\nFeatured Speakers\nMora Kim\nGrants Administrator\nUniversity of Nevada\, Las Vegas \nMora graduated from UNLV with an BA in Psychology and an MPH in Biostatistics & Epidemiology. After spending 10+ years in clinical research support and management\, she moved back to Las Vegas in late 2020 to be near her family. She has an extensive background in research and is responsible for pre and post-award grant activities for the School of Public Health. \nAndré Wade\nState Director\nSilver State Equality \nAndré C. Wade is the state director for Silver State Equality. In this role he leads legislative\, fundraising and political efforts in the state of Nevada. With a Bachelor’s in Psychology and a Master’s in Public Administration\, André has worked in human services for nearly 25 years in a variety of public and nonprofit contexts working on issues such as developmental disabilities\, child welfare\, youth experiencing homelessness national policy advocacy\, diversity\, equity and inclusion\, and LGBTQ+ advocacy. André has served on several boards and committees focused on LGBTQ+ equality and inclusion such as the Human Rights Campaign’s Advisory Council for the All Children’s All Families program. Andre is a two-time appointee to Governor Sisolak’s Advisory Task Force on HIV Exposure Modernization for the State of Nevada.  A native of Las Vegas\, Nevada\, André is a certified yoga instructor who loves spending time with his partner\, Jorge\, traveling to new places and having interesting experiences attending concerts\, and sneaking in time reading\, writing and spending time with loved ones. \nFunding Disclosure: *This project is supported by the Nevada State Division of Public and Behavioral Health through Grant Number 1 NH75OT000092-01-00 from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Its contents are solely the responsibility of the authors and do not necessarily represent the official views of the Division nor the CDC. Any activities performed under this sub-award shall acknowledge the funding was provided through the Division by Grant Number 1 NH75OT000092-01-00 from the CDC.
URL:https://nmhec.org/event/grants-administration-basics/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220927T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220927T150000
DTSTAMP:20260406T015956
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SUMMARY:Introduction to Health Communication
DESCRIPTION:Registration (Space is Limited)Workshop Description:\nHealth communication is the practice of sharing effective\, accurate\, and actionable information with the community to empower well-informed health choices. Community-based organizations have a growing involvement in the creation and dissemination of health-related information that can impact lives. This workshop will cover the basic principles of health communication and the various ways to deliver health information. The workshop will be interactive and does not require prior health communication experience. Come ready to get creative! \nLearning Objectives:\n\nExplore the concept of health communication\nIdentify different health communication delivery methods\nEvaluate the efficiency of previous health communication campaigns\nDesign effective health communication strategies that are culturally competent and consider the importance of health equity\n\nFeatured Speakers\nAmanda Morgan\, PhD\, MPH\nAssociate Professor in Residence\nUNLV School of Public Health \nAmanda Morgan\, Ph.D\, MPH joined the UNLV School of Public Health in 2011. She has been teaching full time since then\, instructing students in environmental justice\, sexuality and sexuality health\, and introduction to public health courses. As part of the Social and Behavioral Department at the UNLV School of Public Health\, Dr. Morgan is passionate about empowering people to make risk-aware health choices and help prevent the health disparities that we see today across some many Southern Nevada communities. Amanda is a UNLV alumni\, receiving her B.S\, MPH\, and Ph.D all from UNLV. \nDavid Perez\nEquity and Community Director\nImmunize Nevada \nDavid rejoined Immunize Nevada in February 2021 and resumed responsibilities for managing and implementing equitable distribution processes of COVID-19 vaccines and resources through various state initiatives and collaborations. One of which includes the Nevada Vaccine Equity Collaborative\, operated in partnership with the Nevada Minority Health and Equity Coalition. David earned his bachelor’s degree in journalism and public relations from the University of Nevada\, Reno and is currently pursuing his master’s degree in journalism and media studies at UNLV. \nAaliyah Goodie\, MPH\nVaccine Equity Manager\nImmunize Nevada \nAaliyah joined the Immunize Nevada team in November 2020 to work on newly implemented efforts around COVID-19 vaccines. Aaliyah currently serves on the equity team at Immunize Nevada in working to ensure equitable distribution and resources for the COVID-19 vaccine and other vaccines and is also working to launch additional research projects to study COVID-19 vaccine hesitancy. Aaliyah received her Bachelor’s in Public Health from San Diego State University and earned her Master’s in Public Health from the University of Nevada\, Las Vegas. \nFunding Disclosure: *This project is supported by the Nevada State Division of Public and Behavioral Health through Grant Number 1 NH75OT000092-01-00 from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Its contents are solely the responsibility of the authors and do not necessarily represent the official views of the Division nor the CDC. Any activities performed under this sub-award shall acknowledge the funding was provided through the Division by Grant Number 1 NH75OT000092-01-00 from the CDC.
URL:https://nmhec.org/event/introduction-to-health-communication-2/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220921T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220921T160000
DTSTAMP:20260406T015956
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SUMMARY:Grant Writing 101 for Non-Profits
DESCRIPTION:Registration (Space is Limited)Workshop Description:\nGrant writing is the process of applying for funding from either a private\, corporate\, or government funder. It is a vital skill for non-profit organizations to have since funding can be highly competitive. This workshop will provide an overview of best practices for grant writing\, geared specifically for non-profit organizations. Participants will learn about funding sources\, grant proposals\, program narratives\, as well as tips and strategies for grant writing. \nLearning Objectives:\n\nIdentify common funding sources\nCompare different types of grants\nUnderstand the general outline of a grant and the application process\nDescribe best practices in grant writing and obtaining funding\nList where to find grant writing resources and future workshops\n\nFeatured Speakers\nJason D. Flatt\, PhD\, MPH\nAssistant Professor\nUniversity of Nevada\, Las Vegas \nDr. Jason Flatt is an Assistant Professor at the University of Nevada\, Las Vegas\, School of Public Health\, Department of Social and Behavioral Health. Dr. Flatt’s current research examines the health and related needs of LGBTQIA+ community. 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\, 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. \nLaura Hernandez\nExecutive Director \nNevada Alliance for Student Diversity \nLaura Hernandez is the Executive Director of Nevada Alliance for Student Diversity. For nearly a decade Laura has worked tirelessly to secure rights for transgender students in Nevada\, working with legislators in 2017 to help draft and advocate for Senate Bill 225\, a law requiring all schools in Nevada to implement a policy to address the rights and needs of gender diverse students. Laura then consulted with the Nevada Department of Education to develop the regulations based on SB225\, and with the Clark County School district to write and implement their gender diversity policy. \nLaura is the former Executive Director of Gender Justice Nevada and co-founder of the Gender Diverse Youth and Family Services Program\, the first and only comprehensive wrap-around program in Nevada for gender diverse youth and their families. Laura is frequently called upon to help institutions think more expansively about the gender diversity of all children and teens\, and ways to create a safer and more inclusive environment. Laura has experience with grant writing as part of her leadership roles at several non-profit organizations. \nFunding Disclosure: *This project is supported by the Nevada State Division of Public and Behavioral Health through Grant Number 1 NH75OT000092-01-00 from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Its contents are solely the responsibility of the authors and do not necessarily represent the official views of the Division nor the CDC. Any activities performed under this sub-award shall acknowledge the funding was provided through the Division by Grant Number 1 NH75OT000092-01-00 from the CDC.
URL:https://nmhec.org/event/grant-writing-101-for-non-profits/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220921T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220921T120000
DTSTAMP:20260406T015956
CREATED:20220112T192922Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230706T222011Z
UID:10000060-1663758000-1663761600@nmhec.org
SUMMARY:Nevada Vaccine Equity Collaborative Monthly Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Join us every third Wednesday of the month at 11AM PST for the Nevada Vaccine Equity Collaborative meeting! \nThe NVEC is a partnership comprised of diverse and interdisciplinary members of the public\, as well as private\, state\, and community partners\, co-led by Immunize Nevada and the Nevada Minority Health and Equity Coalition. \nMembers of the NVEC include state legislators\, community members representing different ethnicities and demographics\, healthcare providers\, faith-based leaders\, public and private representatives. \nRegister
URL:https://nmhec.org/event/nevada-vaccine-equity-collaborative-monthly-meeting/2022-09-21/
LOCATION:Zoom
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220915T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220915T160000
DTSTAMP:20260406T015956
CREATED:20220609T234739Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220801T155804Z
UID:10000023-1663250400-1663257600@nmhec.org
SUMMARY:Community-Based Participatory Research and the Roles of Power\, Trust\, and Culture
DESCRIPTION:Registration (Space is Limited)Workshop Description:\nCommunity-Based Participatory Research (CBPR) is a collaborative research approach where both the researcher and community share decision making and are equitably engaged through all phases of the process. The use of a CBPR approach supports the development of culturally responsive interventions that meet the needs of the community. Participants can expect to be introduced to CBPR\, its principles\, critical points in partnership development\, and common challenges that can occur throughout the process. More specifically\, the challenges of power dynamics\, trust\, and culture will be highlighted. Each session will also incorporate information about implementing and evaluating community programs. This workshop is inclusive for anyone interested in research and assessment. \nLearning Objectives:\n\nDefine CBPR within the scope of community engaged research\nIdentify where community participation occurs in the research and evaluation process\nDescribe how power dynamics occur in partnerships with community members\nEvaluate trust development characteristics for community-academic partnerships\nExplore how culture and different ways of knowing are embedded in the research process\n\nFeatured Speakers\nJulie Lucero\, PhD\, MPH\nAssociate Dean\, College of Health\nAssociate Professor\, Department of Health and Kinesiology\nUniversity of Utah \nJulie E. Lucero\, PhD MPH\, is an associate dean\, College of Health\, and associate professor\, Department of Health and Kinesiology\, at the University of Utah. Lucero’s research is centered on the identification of modifiable social determinants to reduce the impact of health inequities within underrepresented populations. Using mixed methods\, dissemination and implementation science\, and community based participatory research (CBPR)\, her projects have focused on examining factors associated with substance abuse\, mental health\, housing and food security\, and  positive youth development. Lucero has been involved with CBPR projects in collaboration with Native American/Indigenous\, Latino/Hispano\, young adult\, and LGBTQ+ communities. Much of Lucero’s research has contributed to advancing the science of community engaged research approaches. Lucero strives to achieve health equity by means of education\, research\, diversity and inclusion\, and policy development. \nKadie Zeller\nExecutive Director\nOm Namo\nProject Coordinator\nChurchill Community Coalition \nKadie Zeller (she/her) is a Certified Prevention Specialist and works as the Executive Director for Om Namo and the Project Coordinator for Churchill Community Coalition. She is an enrolled citizen of the Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma and a descendant of the people of Kiribati in the South Pacific. Zeller’s work has primarily focused on primary and secondary substance prevention and mental health wellness for historically misrepresented community members in Churchill County\, Nevada. Her work varies from grassroots community partnership and education to data collection and policy change. Zeller utilizes community based participatory research (CBPR) methods when working with Native American/Indigenous\, LGBTQ+ and rural youth and adults to identify needs and implement programming. Her passion is connecting communities with the tools and resources needed to create positive systems of change and sustain intergenerational healing. \nFunding Disclosure: *This project is supported by the Nevada State Division of Public and Behavioral Health through Grant Number 1 NH75OT000092-01-00 from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Its contents are solely the responsibility of the authors and do not necessarily represent the official views of the Division nor the CDC. Any activities performed under this sub-award shall acknowledge the funding was provided through the Division by Grant Number 1 NH75OT000092-01-00 from the CDC.
URL:https://nmhec.org/event/community-based-participatory-research-2/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Workshop
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220825T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220825T120000
DTSTAMP:20260406T015956
CREATED:20220513T230354Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220801T155539Z
UID:10000033-1661421600-1661428800@nmhec.org
SUMMARY:Fundamentals of Equity-Focused Community-Based Program Evaluations
DESCRIPTION:Registration (Space is Limited)Workshop Description:\nProgram evaluation is the formal assessment of a program or policy’s value and impact within a community\, and it is becoming increasingly necessary for community-serving organizations to carry out this skill as the demand for rigorous evaluation rises. This workshop will provide a practical\, skills-focused introduction to the different types of evaluation\, concepts and techniques\, equity-based approaches\, and best practices of program evaluation. Participants can expect to learn the fundamental skills needed to participate in the evaluation of a new or existing program or policy. \nLearning Objectives:\n\nIdentify key concepts of evaluation with application to public health programs and policy\nSelect an appropriate evaluation methodology for a given purpose\nUnderstand the strengths and limitations of various data collection methods\nDescribe how to monitor program evaluations with fidelity\nApply an equity-focused lens to evaluation activities in community settings\n\nFeatured Speakers\nTim Grigsby\, PhD\nAssistant Professor\nUniversity of Nevada\, Las Vegas \nDr. Tim Grigsby is an Assistant Professor of Social and Behavioral Health in the Department of Environmental and Occupational 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 Hispanic/Latinx communities. His secondary interests are in the dissemination of novel research and analytic methods in public health research. \nDr. Grigsby’s primary research interest focuses on the conceptualization\, measurement\, and prevention of substance misuse. His work explores the role of family- and community-based trauma exposure as risk factors for substance use\, misuse\, and related health outcomes in minority populations. Specifically\, his work has identified adverse childhood experiences and perceived discrimination as important risk-factors of substance use\, violence\, and adverse health outcomes in minority populations. \nVince Collins\nExecutive Director\nTogether As One Nevada \nVince E. Collins\, Founder/Executive Director of Together as One Nevada (TAON) 501c3\, an Artist-N-Action organization\, has over twenty years of Human Services and Fine Arts experience in the non-profit sectors. \nMr. Collins is tasked with the onboarding and the implementation of the newly formed human rights and advocacy organization\, Together as One Nevada: (TAON) officially established as a nonprofit through the Nevada office of the Secretary of State on January 31st\, 2022. \nMr. Collins has held positions in various organizations in Nevada and across the United States\, i.e.\, Director of Operations\, Director of Community Wellness\, HIV Services/Integrated Testing Clinic Manager\, Lead Case Manager\, and Community Outreach Coordinator. Mr. Collins has led various programming for at-risk youth services\, health education\, LGBTQ+ rights advocacy\, HIV prevention\, substance use and prevention\, and spearheading company diversity\, equality\, and inclusion planning. Additionally\, Mr. Collins currently works under contract with various organizations in the greater Las Vegas\, NV area and nationally\, both in public health\, and arts exposure programs. He also serves on various boards\, including Nevada Minority Health and Equity Coalition\, CARE Coalition\, and was appointed and commissioned by Governor Steve Sisolak to the Advisory Task Force on HIV Exposure Modernization for the State of Nevada. \nMr. Collins is Co-owner/Founder of Black Queer Men of Las Vegas (BQMLV.COM) whose mission is to empower same-gender-loving Black men to create community within a safe space that enables authentic self-realization. “Our mission in action is through arts and culture\, advocacy\, education\, health/wellness promotion\, and social support. Black UNITY for OUR Community!” \nMr. Collins enjoyed a long career as an elite level classical ballet dancer touring the world. He enjoys teaching and coaching young dancers and providing elite level training for underserved communities. \nFunding Disclosure: *This project is supported by the Nevada State Division of Public and Behavioral Health through Grant Number 1 NH75OT000092-01-00 from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Its contents are solely the responsibility of the authors and do not necessarily represent the official views of the Division nor the CDC. Any activities performed under this sub-award shall acknowledge the funding was provided through the Division by Grant Number 1 NH75OT000092-01-00 from the CDC.
URL:https://nmhec.org/event/fundamentals-of-equity-focused-community-based-program-evaluations/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Workshop
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220824T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220824T190000
DTSTAMP:20260406T015956
CREATED:20220727T173454Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220801T155045Z
UID:10000005-1661364000-1661367600@nmhec.org
SUMMARY:Hablemos de las vacunas contra COVID-19 para los niños
DESCRIPTION:Registro
URL:https://nmhec.org/event/hablemos-de-las-vacunas-contra-covid-19-para-los-ninos/
LOCATION:Zoom
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220823T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220823T190000
DTSTAMP:20260406T015956
CREATED:20220727T170128Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220801T155017Z
UID:10000004-1661277600-1661281200@nmhec.org
SUMMARY:Let's Talk About COVID-19 Vaccines for Kids
DESCRIPTION:Registration
URL:https://nmhec.org/event/lets-talk-about-covid-19-vaccines-for-kids/
LOCATION:Zoom
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220823T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220823T120000
DTSTAMP:20260406T015956
CREATED:20220609T233601Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220801T154835Z
UID:10000031-1661247000-1661256000@nmhec.org
SUMMARY:Use Your Voice: Advocate to Change Your Community
DESCRIPTION:Registration (Space is Limited)Workshop Description:\nAdvocacy can amplify a community’s voice in an effort to increase health equity. This workshop will explore different forms of policy\, Nevada’s state legislative process\, and the differences between advocacy and lobbying. Workshop attendees will learn how to communicate ideas and concerns to policymakers\, as well as ways to engage with them. Additionally\, this workshop will build on participants’ experiences to find what will work best to mobilize change within their networks. \nLearning Objectives:\n\nDefine policy\, advocacy\, and lobbying in the context of the policy process\nExplain why policy is an important tool to improve communities\nDescribe the legislative process in Nevada\nIdentify different ways to advocate\nRecognize tools that can assist with advocacy work\n\nFeatured Speakers\nValeria Gurr\, M.A. and Ph.D. candidate in Public Affairs \nDirector of External Relations\nThe American Federation for Children \nValeria Gurr\, M.A. and Ph.D. candidate in Public Affairs at the University of Nevada\, Las Vegas (UNLV)\, is the Director of External Relations for the American Federation for Children. The Concilio Hispano Media Group named her in 2018 as one of the most influential Hispanics in Southern Nevada. 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. Valeria’s research interest after the pandemic is how the lack of access to quality education in traditional public schools and the digital divide impact low-income families\, especially Hispanic and Latino children.In her role\, Valeria seeks to inform and empower families with the right information to make the best decisions regarding their children’s education. \nMax Gakh\, JD\, MPH \nAssociate Professor\, School of Public Health\nAssociate Director\, Health Law Program\nUniversity of Nevada\, Las Vegas \nMax Gakh\, JD\, MPH\, is an Associate Professor based in the University of Nevada\, Las Vegas (UNLV) School of Public Health and the Associate Director of the UNLV Health Law Program. His research\, teaching\, and service center on the intersection of law\, policy\, and public health and investigate how legal mechanisms and policies can improve or hinder the health of communities. His work includes exploring the government’s legal authority to promote public health\, laws relevant to public health emergencies\, and laws and policies outside of the health sector that impact health. Max’s previous experience includes collaborating with public health professionals to address real-world health issues using law and policy and working as a legislative attorney. \nFunding Disclosure: *This project is supported by the Nevada State Division of Public and Behavioral Health through Grant Number 1 NH75OT000092-01-00 from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Its contents are solely the responsibility of the authors and do not necessarily represent the official views of the Division nor the CDC. Any activities performed under this sub-award shall acknowledge the funding was provided through the Division by Grant Number 1 NH75OT000092-01-00 from the CDC.
URL:https://nmhec.org/event/advocacy/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Workshop
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220817T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220817T120000
DTSTAMP:20260406T015956
CREATED:20220112T192922Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230706T222011Z
UID:10000059-1660734000-1660737600@nmhec.org
SUMMARY:Nevada Vaccine Equity Collaborative Monthly Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Join us every third Wednesday of the month at 11AM PST for the Nevada Vaccine Equity Collaborative meeting! \nThe NVEC is a partnership comprised of diverse and interdisciplinary members of the public\, as well as private\, state\, and community partners\, co-led by Immunize Nevada and the Nevada Minority Health and Equity Coalition. \nMembers of the NVEC include state legislators\, community members representing different ethnicities and demographics\, healthcare providers\, faith-based leaders\, public and private representatives. \nRegister
URL:https://nmhec.org/event/nevada-vaccine-equity-collaborative-monthly-meeting/2022-08-17/
LOCATION:Zoom
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220812T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220812T150000
DTSTAMP:20260406T015956
CREATED:20220516T175209Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220801T154803Z
UID:10000035-1660309200-1660316400@nmhec.org
SUMMARY:How to Write a Technical Report
DESCRIPTION:Registration (Space is Limited)Workshop Description:\nTechnical reports provide an in-depth description of the process\, progress\, or results of a project or program. Technical report writing is often a requirement at the end of a project or for grant writing. It is a skill that is used to clearly communicate a possible solution to a problem\, recommend action\, or aid decision making. This workshop will cover the unique skill and art of conveying research information in a clear\, concise\, effective\, and objective manner. \nLearning Objectives:\n\nDemonstrate how technical reports can be used to communicate efficiently and effectively\nDescribe the standard structure of a technical report\nDescribe the style that should be used when writing a technical report\nOutline best practices for report presentation\n\nFeatured Speaker\nJennifer Pharr\, PhD\nAssociate Professor\nUniversity of Nevada\, Las Vegas \nDr. Pharr is an Associate Professor of Public Health at the University of Las Vegas\, Nevada. She is currently teaching the Technical and Scientific Writing course in the graduate program and has presented tips and tools for becoming an effective writer for a variety of audiences. \nFunding Disclosure: *This project is supported by the Nevada State Division of Public and Behavioral Health through Grant Number 1 NH75OT000092-01-00 from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Its contents are solely the responsibility of the authors and do not necessarily represent the official views of the Division nor the CDC. Any activities performed under this sub-award shall acknowledge the funding was provided through the Division by Grant Number 1 NH75OT000092-01-00 from the CDC.
URL:https://nmhec.org/event/how-to-write-a-technical-report/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Workshop
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220728T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220728T160000
DTSTAMP:20260406T015956
CREATED:20220511T213040Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220608T214537Z
UID:10000039-1659016800-1659024000@nmhec.org
SUMMARY:Community-Based Participatory Research and the Roles of Power\, Trust\, and Culture
DESCRIPTION:Registration (Space is Limited)Workshop Description:\nCommunity-Based Participatory Research (CBPR) is a collaborative research approach where both the researcher and community share decision making and are equitably engaged through all phases of the process. The use of a CBPR approach supports the development of culturally responsive interventions that meet the needs of the community. Participants can expect to be introduced to CBPR\, its principles\, critical points in partnership development\, and common challenges that can occur throughout the process. More specifically\, the challenges of power dynamics\, trust\, and culture will be highlighted. Each session will also incorporate information about implementing and evaluating community programs. This workshop is inclusive for anyone interested in research and assessment. \nLearning Objectives:\n\nDefine CBPR within the scope of community engaged research\nIdentify where community participation occurs in the research and evaluation process\nDescribe how power dynamics occur in partnerships with community members\nEvaluate trust development characteristics for community-academic partnerships\nExplore how culture and different ways of knowing are embedded in the research process\n\nFeatured Speakers\nJulie Lucero\, PhD\, MPH\nAssociate Dean\, College of Health\nAssociate Professor\, Department of Health and Kinesiology\nUniversity of Utah \nJulie E. Lucero\, PhD MPH\, is an associate dean\, College of Health\, and associate professor\, Department of Health and Kinesiology\, at the University of Utah. Lucero’s research is centered on the identification of modifiable social determinants to reduce the impact of health inequities within underrepresented populations. Using mixed methods\, dissemination and implementation science\, and community based participatory research (CBPR)\, her projects have focused on examining factors associated with substance abuse\, mental health\, housing and food security\, and  positive youth development. Lucero has been involved with CBPR projects in collaboration with Native American/Indigenous\, Latino/Hispano\, young adult\, and LGBTQ+ communities. Much of Lucero’s research has contributed to advancing the science of community engaged research approaches. Lucero strives to achieve health equity by means of education\, research\, diversity and inclusion\, and policy development. \nKadie Zeller\nExecutive Director\nOm Namo\nProject Coordinator\nChurchill Community Coalition \nKadie Zeller (she/her) is a Certified Prevention Specialist and works as the Executive Director for Om Namo and the Project Coordinator for Churchill Community Coalition. She is an enrolled citizen of the Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma and a descendant of the people of Kiribati in the South Pacific. Zeller’s work has primarily focused on primary and secondary substance prevention and mental health wellness for historically misrepresented community members in Churchill County\, Nevada. Her work varies from grassroots community partnership and education to data collection and policy change. Zeller utilizes community based participatory research (CBPR) methods when working with Native American/Indigenous\, LGBTQ+ and rural youth and adults to identify needs and implement programming. Her passion is connecting communities with the tools and resources needed to create positive systems of change and sustain intergenerational healing. \nFunding Disclosure: *This project is supported by the Nevada State Division of Public and Behavioral Health through Grant Number 1 NH75OT000092-01-00 from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Its contents are solely the responsibility of the authors and do not necessarily represent the official views of the Division nor the CDC. Any activities performed under this sub-award shall acknowledge the funding was provided through the Division by Grant Number 1 NH75OT000092-01-00 from the CDC.
URL:https://nmhec.org/event/community-based-participatory-research/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Workshop
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220727T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220727T133000
DTSTAMP:20260406T015956
CREATED:20220531T222559Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220602T231402Z
UID:10000030-1658923200-1658928600@nmhec.org
SUMMARY:NMHEC Quarterly Partner Meeting - July
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the July Partner Meeting of the Nevada Minority Health and Equity Coalition. Registration is available here.
URL:https://nmhec.org/event/nmhec-quarterly-partner-meeting-july/
LOCATION:Zoom
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220720T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220720T120000
DTSTAMP:20260406T015956
CREATED:20220112T192922Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230706T222011Z
UID:10000058-1658314800-1658318400@nmhec.org
SUMMARY:Nevada Vaccine Equity Collaborative Monthly Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Join us every third Wednesday of the month at 11AM PST for the Nevada Vaccine Equity Collaborative meeting! \nThe NVEC is a partnership comprised of diverse and interdisciplinary members of the public\, as well as private\, state\, and community partners\, co-led by Immunize Nevada and the Nevada Minority Health and Equity Coalition. \nMembers of the NVEC include state legislators\, community members representing different ethnicities and demographics\, healthcare providers\, faith-based leaders\, public and private representatives. \nRegister
URL:https://nmhec.org/event/nevada-vaccine-equity-collaborative-monthly-meeting/2022-07-20/
LOCATION:Zoom
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220719T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220719T150000
DTSTAMP:20260406T015956
CREATED:20220511T204602Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220705T181912Z
UID:10000038-1658235600-1658242800@nmhec.org
SUMMARY:Introduction to Health Communication
DESCRIPTION:Registration (Space is Limited)Workshop Description:\nHealth communication is the practice of sharing effective\, accurate\, and actionable information with the community to empower well-informed health choices. Community-based organizations have a growing involvement in the creation and dissemination of health-related information that can impact lives. This workshop will cover the basic principles of health communication and the various ways to deliver health information. The workshop will be interactive and does not require prior health communication experience. Come ready to get creative! \nLearning Objectives:\n\nExplore the concept of health communication\nIdentify different health communication delivery methods\nEvaluate the efficiency of previous health communication campaigns\nDesign effective health communication strategies that are culturally competent and consider the importance of health equity\n\nFeatured Speakers\nAmanda Morgan\, PhD\, MPH\nAssociate Professor in Residence\nUNLV School of Public Health \nAmanda Morgan\, Ph.D\, MPH joined the UNLV School of Public Health in 2011. She has been teaching full time since then\, instructing students in environmental justice\, sexuality and sexuality health\, and introduction to public health courses. As part of the Social and Behavioral Department at the UNLV School of Public Health\, Dr. Morgan is passionate about empowering people to make risk-aware health choices and help prevent the health disparities that we see today across some many Southern Nevada communities. Amanda is a UNLV alumni\, receiving her B.S\, MPH\, and Ph.D all from UNLV. \nDavid Perez\nEquity and Community Director\nImmunize Nevada \nDavid rejoined Immunize Nevada in February 2021 and resumed responsibilities for managing and implementing equitable distribution processes of COVID-19 vaccines and resources through various state initiatives and collaborations. One of which includes the Nevada Vaccine Equity Collaborative\, operated in partnership with the Nevada Minority Health and Equity Coalition. David earned his bachelor’s degree in journalism and public relations from the University of Nevada\, Reno and is currently pursuing his master’s degree in journalism and media studies at UNLV. \nAaliyah Goodie\, MPH\nVaccine Equity Manager\nImmunize Nevada \nAaliyah joined the Immunize Nevada team in November 2020 to work on newly implemented efforts around COVID-19 vaccines. Aaliyah currently serves on the equity team at Immunize Nevada in working to ensure equitable distribution and resources for the COVID-19 vaccine and other vaccines and is also working to launch additional research projects to study COVID-19 vaccine hesitancy. Aaliyah received her Bachelor’s in Public Health from San Diego State University and earned her Master’s in Public Health from the University of Nevada\, Las Vegas. \nFunding Disclosure: *This project is supported by the Nevada State Division of Public and Behavioral Health through Grant Number 1 NH75OT000092-01-00 from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Its contents are solely the responsibility of the authors and do not necessarily represent the official views of the Division nor the CDC. Any activities performed under this sub-award shall acknowledge the funding was provided through the Division by Grant Number 1 NH75OT000092-01-00 from the CDC.
URL:https://nmhec.org/event/introduction-to-health-communication/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Workshop
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220623T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220623T110000
DTSTAMP:20260406T015956
CREATED:20220511T174510Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220705T183223Z
UID:10000047-1655974800-1655982000@nmhec.org
SUMMARY:Equity Through Interconnection: Exploring a Systems Approach to Community Health and Social Change
DESCRIPTION:Registration (Space is Limited)Workshop Description:\nSystems thinking is a holistic approach that examines the relationships or connections between various factors in a system\, which can help reveal the underlying causes of a problem. This interactive workshop will offer valuable perspectives\, tools\, and strategies to create better solutions for health equity by enabling a deeper understanding of organizational or community challenges. Prior systems thinking experience is not required. Participants can expect to gain a foundational understanding of systems theory\, be able to create system maps\, and access tools to create a framework that can help anticipate possible reactions to change. \nLearning Objectives:\n\nDefine systems thinking and other key concepts like equity and social change\nIdentify core elements and habits of systems thinking\nUnderstand how systems thinking can help advance health equity\nExplore tools to integrate systems thinking into existing frameworks for equity\n\nFeatured Speaker\nWill Rucker\, MA\nCo-Leader\nCompassionate Las Vegas \nWill Rucker is gifted to communicate with clarity\, compassion\, and creativity. He gives voice to what is possible while influencing the culture and developing the systems required to achieve it practically. Will brings a unique perspective of the world\, and our places within it\, to his mission of cultivating a global culture centered on compassion. \nWill is engaged in local\, statewide\, and national platforms advancing socio-spiritual transformation efforts in restorative justice\, health equity\, and humanity first initiatives. Nearly twenty years of experience in leading individuals\, teams\, and organizations to extraordinary success informs his unique approach to change. Will’s educational background includes certifications in Cultural Transformation\, Leadership\, Interpersonal Skills\, and Compassion. Will also holds a master’s degree in Executive Leadership. \nCurrently\, Will is honored to serve his community by leading the development and expansion of health promotion programs for a national non-profit organization. He also serves as the co-leader of Compassionate Las Vegas\, a grassroots organization whose mission is to make Las Vegas a more compassionate place to live\, learn\, work\, and play. In addition\, Will is a current board member of several non-profits\, including the Interfaith Council of South Nevada\, Community Partners for Better Health\, Compassionate Las Vegas\, and the Nevada Minority Health & Equity Coalition. \nRegistration (Space is Limited)Funding Disclosure: *This project is supported by the Nevada State Division of Public and Behavioral Health through Grant Number 1 NH75OT000092-01-00 from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Its contents are solely the responsibility of the authors and do not necessarily represent the official views of the Division nor the CDC. Any activities performed under this sub-award shall acknowledge the funding was provided through the Division by Grant Number 1 NH75OT000092-01-00 from the CDC.
URL:https://nmhec.org/event/exploring-a-systems-approach/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Workshop
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220615T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220615T120000
DTSTAMP:20260406T015956
CREATED:20220112T192922Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230706T222011Z
UID:10000057-1655290800-1655294400@nmhec.org
SUMMARY:Nevada Vaccine Equity Collaborative Monthly Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Join us every third Wednesday of the month at 11AM PST for the Nevada Vaccine Equity Collaborative meeting! \nThe NVEC is a partnership comprised of diverse and interdisciplinary members of the public\, as well as private\, state\, and community partners\, co-led by Immunize Nevada and the Nevada Minority Health and Equity Coalition. \nMembers of the NVEC include state legislators\, community members representing different ethnicities and demographics\, healthcare providers\, faith-based leaders\, public and private representatives. \nRegister
URL:https://nmhec.org/event/nevada-vaccine-equity-collaborative-monthly-meeting/2022-06-15/
LOCATION:Zoom
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220531T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220531T193000
DTSTAMP:20260406T015956
CREATED:20220531T221148Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220531T221148Z
UID:10000029-1654020000-1654025400@nmhec.org
SUMMARY:Platica Virtual: Prevención y Concientización Sobre el Suicidio
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://nmhec.org/event/platica-virtual-prevencion-y-concientizacion-sobre-el-suicidio/
LOCATION:Zoom
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220526T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220526T130000
DTSTAMP:20260406T015956
CREATED:20220523T190240Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220523T190240Z
UID:10000036-1653564600-1653570000@nmhec.org
SUMMARY:Building Legacy Together\, Our Community Journey in Strength and Resilience
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://nmhec.org/event/building-legacy-together-our-community-journey-in-strength-and-resilience/
LOCATION:Zoom
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220520T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220520T100000
DTSTAMP:20260406T015956
CREATED:20220511T185938Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220511T185938Z
UID:10000037-1653037200-1653040800@nmhec.org
SUMMARY:Advocacy 101: Navigating the Nevada Legislature
DESCRIPTION:Interested in learning more about how laws are passed in Nevada? Want to make sure your voice is heard in the process? Join us Friday\, May 20 at 9am for an informative session with experienced legislators\, advocates\, an lobbyists on how to get involved during the 2023 Nevada Legislative session.
URL:https://nmhec.org/event/advocacy-101-navigating-the-nevada-legislature/
LOCATION:Zoom
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220518T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220518T120000
DTSTAMP:20260406T015956
CREATED:20220112T192922Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230706T222011Z
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SUMMARY:Nevada Vaccine Equity Collaborative Monthly Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Join us every third Wednesday of the month at 11AM PST for the Nevada Vaccine Equity Collaborative meeting! \nThe NVEC is a partnership comprised of diverse and interdisciplinary members of the public\, as well as private\, state\, and community partners\, co-led by Immunize Nevada and the Nevada Minority Health and Equity Coalition. \nMembers of the NVEC include state legislators\, community members representing different ethnicities and demographics\, healthcare providers\, faith-based leaders\, public and private representatives. \nRegister
URL:https://nmhec.org/event/nevada-vaccine-equity-collaborative-monthly-meeting/2022-05-18/
LOCATION:Zoom
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220429T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220429T130000
DTSTAMP:20260406T015956
CREATED:20220401T190846Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220401T190846Z
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SUMMARY:Diversity at UNLV Training
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://nmhec.org/event/diversity-at-unlv-training/
LOCATION:Zoom
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220422T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220422T130000
DTSTAMP:20260406T015956
CREATED:20220413T212631Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220413T212631Z
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SUMMARY:Cultural Competence and Public Health
DESCRIPTION:A training for public health students & \npractitioners. This training will be interactive and requires engagement\, so bring your questions & insights and let's learn some new concepts together!
URL:https://nmhec.org/event/cultural-competence-and-public-health/
LOCATION:Zoom
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220420T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220420T120000
DTSTAMP:20260406T015956
CREATED:20220112T192922Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230706T222011Z
UID:10000055-1650452400-1650456000@nmhec.org
SUMMARY:Nevada Vaccine Equity Collaborative Monthly Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Join us every third Wednesday of the month at 11AM PST for the Nevada Vaccine Equity Collaborative meeting! \nThe NVEC is a partnership comprised of diverse and interdisciplinary members of the public\, as well as private\, state\, and community partners\, co-led by Immunize Nevada and the Nevada Minority Health and Equity Coalition. \nMembers of the NVEC include state legislators\, community members representing different ethnicities and demographics\, healthcare providers\, faith-based leaders\, public and private representatives. \nRegister
URL:https://nmhec.org/event/nevada-vaccine-equity-collaborative-monthly-meeting/2022-04-20/
LOCATION:Zoom
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