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We are celebrating the career of Gretchen Bachman, Branch Chief & Senior Advisor on Orphans & Vulnerable Children, who is shortly retiring from USAID & the Global Health Bureau. Read about her invaluable contribution to children & adolescents in our blog: https://lnkd.in/erAaJ_pt

Local governments in California are making an effort to improve engagement with community, but there are still many challenges to this. That's why at the foundation, we support work that aligns systems with community priorities.  In this month's newsletter, we highlight some of the innovative work happening to center community voices. Here's what you'll find inside this month's Intersections:  ➡️Our grantee partners San Joaquin Valley Health Fund, The Center at Sierra Health Foundation, and Public Health Institute are creating accessible spaces for people with lived expertise to have a seat at the table.  ➡️A multi-sector collaboration, Safety & Healing in Networks of Equity (SHINE), is creating safer, more supportive communities that can drive systemic change in domestic violence prevention and response.  ➡️Our partners Onside Partners and ThinkForward Strategies conducted research on how public health agencies are actively using an equiy-centered approach. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gnTcy7Pv

We are committed to improving the health and well-being of our members and communities throughout Montana. Our 2023 #SocialResponsibility Report shows how we are expanding access to care, operating responsibly, and making an impact: http://spr.ly/6042V6UT2

How can social media help your organization? Join the talented Michelle Clinch, MSEd, as she discusses how you can level up your social media approach!

Systemic gaps and enduring inequalities often render pregnant women and their children invisible in policymaking, which falls short of the biblical vision for community flourishing. Scripture consistently calls for care of marginalized women and children, reflecting God’s special concern for them. Dr. Emilie Cunningham highlights that her advocacy in maternal health is an extension of her faith, a way to practice her beliefs and connect her values to her actions. This faith-driven commitment challenges us to consider who is left out of our systems of care today and how they can be brought back in. By honoring maternal health, we respect the dignity of mothers and children and foster healthy communities. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/eu-5FsKp

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), through the Administration for Community Living (ACL), has unveiled a robust series of initiatives aimed at addressing the critical and longstanding shortage of direct care professionals. This workforce, the backbone of support for older adults and people with disabilities, is crucial for enabling millions to live with dignity in their communities rather than in institutional settings. The new measures, part of the Biden-Harris Administration’s broader efforts to bolster the nation’s caregiving infrastructure, promise a significant step forward in ensuring accessible, quality care for some of society’s most vulnerable. Learn more here. https://ow.ly/y5ON50QLRBy

The success of the 988 Lifeline goes beyond statistics; it represents real lives transformed, like that of a young woman who found the support she needed during a crisis and is now thriving. Each call answered is a step towards healing and hope, showcasing the profound impact of compassionate care in our communities. Read her story: https://hubs.ly/Q02KZDWb0

Family Voices helps ZERO TO THREE Safe Babies include parents as leaders, honoring their resilience and lived experience and creating a shared responsibility to build coordinated and equitable social conditions. Learn more at https://lnkd.in/eSCx3A-k.

From empowering communities and supporting families to advocating for policy changes, Illinois Action for Children has made significant strides in 2023. We couldn’t have done it without your support! 🙌 Want to see the full picture of our efforts and successes? Check out our 2023 Annual Report and discover the difference we've made together. 🔗 https://lnkd.in/gFF-f5_5

From empowering communities and supporting families to advocating for policy changes, Illinois Action for Children has made significant strides in 2023. We couldn’t have done it without your support! 🙌 Want to see the full picture of our efforts and successes? Check out our 2023 Annual Report and discover the difference we've made together. 🔗 https://lnkd.in/gFF-f5_5