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Horizon Public Health drives health equity efforts with revitalized committee
Network member spotlight: Health Equity Action Team (HEAT), Horizon Public Health
In July 2022, Horizon Public Health began a collective effort to revitalize their Health Equity Committee. Located in West Central Minnesota, Horizon Public Health serves Douglas, Grant, Pope, Stevens, and Traverse Counties.
“We wanted to bring the committee back and have clear objectives around how they would be the driving force behind the health equity priorities of the agency.” - Angie Hasbrouck, Health Educator, Horizon Public Health
The internal committee adopted a new name, the “Health Equity Action Team” (HEAT), and rewrote the organization’s health equity policy. They updated their health equity language to create shared terms and understanding within the agency.
"Everyone started with a different understanding of Health Equity. If we are able to say what it is and what it means to us, it changes the whole conversation." – Angie Hasbrouck
HEAT is focusing on data disaggregation, which is helping identify trends and inequities that can be used to design activities and engage communities. Horizon Public Health also revamped its mission, vision, principles, and strategic goals, making health equity a guiding practice.
"With updated policy, mission, and strategies, we can direct our work and intentionally use an equity lens in all we do." - Angie Hasbrouck
Read the full article: Horizon Public Health revitalizes health equity efforts
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Join us in recognizing Native American History Month and at Network gatherings
Checking in with Shor, Project Supervisor
Greetings Networks communities,
As we begin to experience the signs of winter this November, we also welcome Native American History Month. This month is a time to actively learn from, reflect on, and celebrate our Tribal communities. I invite you to find an event to attend, rekindle a relationship, or ask someone to connect over a cup of coffee. It's also a great time to research the Tribal Nations near you and learn more about the Indigenous communities in other parts of the state and world.
One excellent learning opportunity is at our next training, Historical Trauma and Trauma-Informed Practices, on Thursday, Nov. 16 at 10 a.m. with Christine Smith. In this virtual training, we will explore how the legacies of trauma and resilience impact communities and how we can apply this knowledge to co-create more trauma-informed and healing organizations. While the training is not specifically about Tribal communities, it will inform how we can approach our work, partnerships, and organizational cultures in more caring and nuanced ways. You can register here: MN Health Equity Networks Training: Historical trauma and trauma-informed practices registration - Webex
We also look forward to seeing you at our Statewide Gathering on Dec. 7, from noon to 2 p.m. Bring your lunch, a friend, and dig into systems change work with Susan Brace-Adkins! You can register here: MN Health Equity Networks Statewide Gathering registration - Webex
Much care to you all in this season of relationships and celebration,
shor
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We offer health equity support and technical assistance!
We are honored to help our network members*, local public health, Tribal public health, and other partners carry out the important work of health equity and community engagement.
To request support, please complete this form: Minnesota Health Equity Networks - Training, TA, and Facilitation Request Form
- Please allow up to 2-3 weeks for our team to review and respond to your request.
- Once we review your request, our team will set up a short phone call to clarify needs, expectations, and next steps.
*Network member refers to any person or organization who has participated in Minnesota Health Equity Networks gatherings, trainings, or other opportunities.
Contact the Minnesota Health Equity Networks at health.ophp@state.mn.us.
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