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"Our veterans who fall on hard times and find themselves without a home deserve more than just handwringing or kind words. They deserve real help that gets them back on their feet."
~Michelle Obama
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Newsflash
Today, as we celebrate Veterans Day we recognize their commitment, strength, resilience, and sacrifice in defending our nation and protecting our rights. They have given so much to this country and in the spirit of giving Tuesday, WE can give back not only our deepest gratitude but also tangible support as they transition back to civilian life. In pursuit of becoming better ancestors, we owe them a smooth transition back into society where they all belong by creating the conditions for them to thrive. However, racial disparities persist in benefits decisions for veterans. Black veterans are less likely to be approved for benefits for conditions like PTDS.
Together with our partner network, WE are dedicated to honoring veterans by advocating for a community of unwavering support and assistance. WE are committed to becoming better ancestors and Veterans Day is our call to action to GIVE back our support, time, and resources to support charitable courses we believe in.
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Did You Miss ARISE CHILLA??
ARISE is a federally funded program by the Centers for Disease Control. It is a joint initiative of the Illinois Department of Public Health’s Center for Minority Health Services and The Center for Rural Health in collaboration with WE in the World. ARISE has awarded 11 motivated community collaborations, their local health departments, and seven organizations in urban and rural communities outside of Cook County, IL. They have experienced historic and present-day inequities in the context of COVID-19 and are advancing community resilience, sustainability, well-being, and equity.
Using the Pathways to Population Health Equity framework, resources, and tools, these ARISE community collaborations have begun to engage in a 10-month intensive “learning-and-doing” program designed to assist communities to achieve unprecedented results in improving the health and well-being of people and the community at large, closing health equity gaps, and building the civic capacity and infrastructure for more systemic change.
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This November, we had our Community Health Improvement Leadership Academy (CHILA). This was an opportunity for coalitions to meet in person, get connected in the community, and understand how equity is created by getting proximate and building a balanced strategy.
In case you missed it, catch up with Maria and Debra as they share amazing stories about their work.
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Be a good ancestor by volunteering and giving back.
Being a good ancestor is watching out for generations to come. One of the ways to do that is by giving to causes that make the world a more just and abundant place.
Here are some initiatives we are highlighting and raising funds for in WE!
- Black Farmers’ Association of North Carolina
- Freedom Lodge: Healing Generational Trauma
- Help Girls Continue Their Education in Afghanistan
- Equity in Healthcare: Jentosy Project
You could also give to WEinTheWorld in our work of supporting changemakers all over the world.
You can change a life. Be a good ancestor. Give today.
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Veterans Benefits at 70% Disability | VA Service-Connected Disability | theSITREP
In this episode of theSITREP, Mike discusses Veterans benefits available to those receiving 70% disability, a.k.a. Service-Connected Compensation.
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Bridge Vaccine Contact Info (from CDC):
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Chance for Voice and Vote. We want to hear from you. | |
In 2022, WE in the World began the process of applying a racial justice and intergenerational well-being lens to the WIN Measures, the first set of national and community measures that measure population and community health, well-being, and equity. Through a landscape analysis and a series of listening sessions we identified measures that matter for each of the vital health conditions, we collected measurable data to effect change. | |
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Your vote will help us to identify new and updated measures to understand how racial justice and intergenerational well-being affect individuals and our communities so that we can advocate for new ways to achieve opportunities for all people, especially our most vulnerable people. Learn more and vote today! https://www.winmeasures.org/win-measures-update/
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Grants And Contracts:
HRSA 2:
CDC:
- Year 3 contracts are in process. Please reach out to Erin with questions.
- The next CDC Community Quarterly Narrative reports are due on January 5, 2023 and will cover October 1 - December 31, 2023.
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COVID-19 Vaccination Update
Weekly Progress Towards 100,000 vaccines: 87.2%
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Black veterans are less likely to be approved for benefits, according to VA documents
A whistleblower said the Department of Veterans Affairs has known of and tracked racial disparities in benefits decisions for years. Here's an update an ongoing discrimination lawsuit against the VA.
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This webpage details toxic stress, delving into scientific and societal factors contributing to its occurrence. It also explores various approaches to prevention and intervention. | |
Upcoming Webinars/Training | |
All RISE Communities Peer Exchange 12/19 | |
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This week, we are proud to share possible funding opportunities available to our communities.
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Leonard-Litz LGBTQ Foundation: LGBTQ+ Community Grants (New Hampshire)
Type: Foundation
Due Date: Rolling
Match Required: No Cost Share
Overview: The purpose of this program is to help LGBTQ+ people fulfill their potential by funding nonprofit organizations that advance the interests and well-being of the LGBTQ+ community through advocacy and with programs and services that meet the needs of LGBTQ+ people. Funding will be provided for life-affirming services that address one or more of the following focus areas:
- Health and wellness
- Crisis intervention
- Racial justice
- Advocacy and community engagement
- Social assistance and programming
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National Indian Health Board
Type: Foundation
Due Date: September 29th, 2023
Match Required: No Cost Share
Overview: The National Indian Health Board (NIHB) is now accepting applications for a funding opportunity for emergency mitigation planning. NIHB is offering funding for federally recognized American Indian and Alaska Native Tribes and Tribal organizations to conduct local work related to Tribal climate resiliency.
The Yield Giving Open Call — managed by Lever for Change — will award unrestricted gifts of $1 million to 250 community-led, community-focused organizations whose explicit purpose is to enable individuals and families to achieve substantive improvement in their well-being through foundational resources. This includes, for instance, organizations providing access to health care, stable and affordable housing, education and job training, support for sustained employment, asset ownership, civic engagement, and other pathways.
Learn more & Apply
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