Supporting newcomer health workshop
The Minnesota Center of Excellence in Newcomer Health, in collaboration with the University of Minnesota Department of Medicine, is offering an interactive workshop about effectively collaborating with a professional interpreter.
The two-hour online simulation-based workshop is being held:
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April 3, 5:30-7:30 p.m. or 6:30-8:30 p.m.
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April 15, 5:30-7:30 p.m. or 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Register: You're invited to a virtual workshop!
WIC promotion and outreach grant application - due April 12
Local WIC agencies can apply for outreach project funding.
Local agencies are uniquely positioned to understand the needs of the community and where outreach opportunities exist. Funding of up to $3,000 is available to local WIC agencies to promote WIC services for program recruitment and retention through outreach projects across the state of Minnesota. We will select as many projects as possible up to $25,000.
Important Dates:
- Applications due April 12, 2024.
- Funds must be spent by Sept. 30, 2024.
Funding is pending and dependent on the federal budget. Applicants will be updated on any funding changes before projects start.
For more information and how to apply refer to the WIC promotion and outreach grants section under Additional Funding for Local WIC Agencies for more details and information.
Reminder - new Child Tax Credit
Please remember to remind WIC families about Minnesota’s new Child Tax Credit beginning with tax year 2023. It provides $1,750 per qualifying child, with no limit on the number of children claimed. Income phaseouts may apply.
The Minnesota Department of Revenue created Working Family Credit and Child Tax Credit Promotional Materials to help share the information with eligible families.
A link to the Minnesota Department of Revenue Child Tax Credit website is posted to the Additional Support for WIC Families webpage.
Equipment Available
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Meeker County WIC has the following items available:
- Digital adult scale
- Digital infant scale
- Stadiometers – two
- Hemocue 201+ machine
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Addressing social media hype and misinformation: Topic of the Month
Social media is a powerful force that has far reaching implications. Modern day media has changed the way that we communicate, connect with others, and share and obtain information. Understanding the impact of all types of media is an important part of providing education that addresses WIC participants’ individualized needs. Learn more in Addressing social media hype and misinformation: Topic of the Month (PDF).
Local agency staff should talk to their supervisor for approval before registering for training.
The Week Ahead
Check out upcoming trainings and meetings: Local Agency WIC Calendar
Find new job opportunities on the WIC Job Postings webpage.
Submit job postings using the WIC Job Postings survey.
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