Black Community Health Strengths and Needs Assessment Kick off!

Kevin Hatcher, Black Health Equity Coordinator

On Tuesday, June 18th, 2024, the City of Long Beach Department of Health and Human Services kicked off the first ever Black Community Health Strengths and Needs Assessment (BCHSNA).

Aligned with the Framework for Racial Reconciliation, the BCHSNA's vision, as part of Goal 4 of the Racial Equity and Reconciliation Initiative, is to enhance health and wellness in the city by eliminating the social and economic disparities that disproportionately impact communities affected by racism.

The BCHSNA guiding principles:

1) To integrate trauma-informed, healing-centered principles that prioritize safety, trustworthiness, collaboration, and empowerment in identifying strengths and needs within the Black community of Long Beach.

2) A community-informed process that emphasizes inclusion, collaboration, and transparency, guiding the project phases so that the final report offers a comprehensive overview of the health and well-being of the diverse community and its intersecting identities.

3) The design of the process/project as an accessible tool to drive community-led advocacy and policy change.

To kick off the BCHSNA activities, we will be hosting community listening sessions and offering incentives! Please complete the BCHSNA Eligibility Screening Form to see if you qualify.

SPOTLIGHT: COMMUNITY RESOURCES

Long Beach City College Opens its first Black Student Success Center

Long Beach City College (LBCC) celebrated its first center dedicated to Black student success. The new Black Student Success Center celebrates the African Diaspora and provides important mental, physical, spiritual, intellectual, and financial support services to advance students’ personal and academic progress.

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“How Do I” Part 2: How to Communicate with Your Healthcare Provider

CBHN is working to ignite a Black Health Movement in California to create a more empowered community of individuals to become more proactive about their overall health and well-being, focus more on prevention, and take ownership of their healthcare. We’re launching a 5-part series on “Making the Healthcare System Work Better for You”, to help you make more informed healthcare decisions, and gain the knowledge, skills, tools and resources to make the healthcare system work better for you.

The series featured speaker is YesCare Regional Medical Director, Dr. Glenda F. Newell-Harris, M.D., a distinguished physician, author, speaker, and patient advocate. With a career spanning decade, Dr. Newell-Harris has been at the forefront of addressing health disparities and championing equal access to high-quality healthcare for all. She will leverage her extensive knowledge and experience to guide you through the complexities of the healthcare system.

In Session 2, “How to Communicate with Your Healthcare Provider”, you will learn how to ensure your voice is heard and make the healthcare system more responsive to your needs. Don’t miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights and the power to make the healthcare system work better for you!

Join us for the complete series of “How Do I” webinars!

Registration is now open for all remaining sessions:

September 19 – Part 3: How to navigate through the healthcare system
October 24 – Part 4: How to advocate for yourself and your loved ones
November 21 – Part 5: How to participate in the decision-making for your care

Date And Time

Thursday, August 8, 2024 @ 12:00 PM to

Thursday, August 8, 2024 @ 01:00 PM

Location

Online Event

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