Juliana McMillan-Wilhoit’s Post

“Read all about it!” 👇👇🗞️🗞️- Remember when that used to get shouted out in town centres? No? Too young? Check out the latest Riverside Community Health Project newsletter which has some great content INCLUDING x2 great jobs!! #jobswithpurpose #charityjobs #nonprofitjobs #northeastjobs #communitydevelopment

📣 🌍 Strengthening Public Health Communications through Community Engagement I just wrapped up the fantastic course by Public Health Communications Collaborative! I highly recommend this free course for folks working in #PublicHealth, #PPI, #CommunityEngagement, #KnowledgeTranslation, and the like. Key Themes (tagging a few excellent resources mentioned): 🏥 Historical Context and the Social Determinants of Health - https://lnkd.in/gSrizsFE 🎙️ Asset-Based Thinking and Language - https://lnkd.in/gFWVCzhq 👥 Centering Communities - https://lnkd.in/geEVUVUv 🌳 Role of Power Dynamics and Relationships - https://lnkd.in/geEqmEAy 🫱🏾🫲🏿 Spectrum of Community Engagement - https://lnkd.in/gakNPk5T Community engagement is vital for public #HealthCommunicators for building trust and credibility, understanding community needs, promoting a sense of ownership and participation in healthy initiatives, and fostering collaboration. 💫 Feeling inspired. 🤓

Partnerships That Amplify Community Impact In times of need, the power of partnerships shines brightest. Whether responding to immediate crises or addressing long-standing health disparities, collaboration and resource-sharing can transform lives. A partnership I’m particularly proud of is working with Trust (aka Harmony Health) to support community-driven healthcare initiatives. Together, we’ve worked to align resources with local needs, creating pathways for underserved populations to access care and vital services. Partnerships like this demonstrate how shared vision and trust can create tangible outcomes for communities. 💡 Key Insight: Impact happens when the right resources—education, healthcare, funding—are paired with trusted community partners who understand the people they serve. This approach fosters equity, builds trust, and delivers measurable change. 📢 Action Item: How have partnerships in your work created lasting impact? What strategies have helped you build trust and align resources with community needs? Let’s exchange ideas and continue learning from one another. 🔍 Curious to know more? Feel free to ask about my work with Trust (aka Harmony Health)—I’d be happy to share how collaboration turned vision into action. #Partnerships #CommunitySupport #HealthEquity #Collaboration

The latest from AHA Market Scan: 5 Innovative Efforts to Improve Community Health Collaboration is key to improving community health. And if you’re looking for inspiration to excel in this area, look no further than this year’s AHA Dick Davidson NOVA Award winners. The five recipients of this year’s awards are addressing some of the field’s greatest challenges — from ensuring that patients can connect easily with community resources to steering violence survivors toward a path of healing to implementing street medicine programs. And they are working shoulder to shoulder with other community stakeholders to get the job done. https://lnkd.in/guuX8i3h

💡 In a world of constant transformation, community health center leaders are the pioneers of change. Join our empowering session hosted by the National Association of Community Health Centers (NACHC) as we delve into the dynamics of healthcare's ever-evolving landscape. 🏥 Gain invaluable insights and skills to lead your center into tomorrow, fostering adaptability, data-driven decisions, and innovation. 🚀 Click here to register ➡️ bit.ly/EchoSessionReg #HealthcareLeadership #InnovationJourney #ForwardThinking

This week's workgroup spotlight is the Communication and Public Engagement Workgroup. They're dedicated to fostering meaningful connections between public health officials and our community by: 🗣️ Amplifying public voices: Whether through town halls, surveys, or direct outreach, this workgroup is making sure diverse perspectives are heard and valued. 💡 Informing and inspiring: Clear, accessible information helps build trust and empowers communities to make informed decisions for their health and well-being. 🤝 Collaborating for change: Engaging community partners, local organizations, and advocacy groups to co-create sustainable solutions that truly meet the needs of those we serve. By listening, learning, and working together, we can tackle the challenges that impact public health and build a healthier future—one conversation at a time. (P.S. That's why this workgroup has built a survey for YOU. Check it out at bit.ly/mdpublichealthcomms.) #PublicHealth #CommunityEngagement #HealthEquity #PublicCommunication #Collaboration #HealthyCommunities

Building strong partnerships is key to improving community health. And through these partnerships, #PublicHealth professionals can build trust, expand audience reach, and secure lasting funding. With the Public Health Communications Collaborative’s new resource, How to Build Cross-Sector Partnerships that Improve Public Health, you can learn: 🤝 How to Identify the Right Partner 💉 How Other Fields Perceive Public Health 📝 Framing Techniques to Share Messages Access the resource here: https://lnkd.in/e3X2xtPD #PHCCAmbassador

Please consider taking this survey to help the Maryland Commission on Public Health learn how you get your health information and any recommendations you may have!

As we embark on community health projects, it's crucial to remember that data isn't just numbers; it's the heartbeat 💓 of the communities we serve. Accurate data collection ensures: > Tailored health solutions that address the specific needs of a community. > Efficient allocation of resources where they're needed most. > Continuous improvement of health interventions through feedback and analysis. 🌟 Let's commit to making quality data collection 📊 a cornerstone of our public health initiatives. It's not just about doing things right; it's about doing the right things ✔️ for those who count on us. #PublicHealth #DataDrivenDecisions #CommunityHealth

📰 New on The Loop: A Community Collaboration for Better Health How do we uncover and address the greatest health needs in our community? Our latest Loop story highlights a groundbreaking effort bringing together local hospitals, public health agencies, and nonprofits to transform the way we assess and address community health. For the first time, ThedaCare, Advocate Aurora Health, Ascension, Children's Wisconsin, United Way Fox Cities, and public health departments from Appleton, Menasha, and counties across the Fox Valley are working together. This unified approach ensures that resources are focused on solutions that matter most—like mental health, food security, and community well-being. Want to help? A community well-being survey, available in English, Hmoob, and Spanish, is part of the process, and your voice matters! Learn how this collaboration is changing the future of community health. 📖 Get in The Loop: www.cffoxvalley.org/loop/ #communitysurvey #appletonwisconsin #appletonwi #health #CFFRV