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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
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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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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-2/
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SUMMARY:2022 NMHEC Impact Summit
DESCRIPTION:Our 4th Annual Impact Summit\, organized by the Nevada Minority Health & Equity Coalition in collaboration with the UNLV School of Public Health\, the City of Las Vegas\, and the Nevada DHHS Office of Minority Health and Equity will focus on identifying health disparities in our state and highlighting the important roles that our community must play in ensuring equity for all through action\, research\, and engagement. \nThe Summit will be an open forum to share ideas\, challenges\, and lessons. This one day event will be a hybrid event\, taking place both through the Zoom platform and in-person at Las Vegas City Hall (495 S. Main St.) on November 18th. The day’s agenda will feature 9 breakout sessions on topics relevant to health equity and health disparities in Nevada. Participants can choose between 3 distinct tracks: Policy & Advocacy\, Research\, or Capacity Building. \nFor additional information and a link to register visit http://nmhec.org/impactsummit/ \nTHIS EVENT IS SPONSORED BY:
URL:https://nmhec.org/event/health-disparities-in-nevada-2022-impact-summit/
LOCATION:Las Vegas City Hall\, 495 S. Main St.\, Las Vegas\, NV\, 89101\, United States
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