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Combatting COVID-19 in American Indian and Alaska Native Communities
In recognition of Native American Heritage Month, this issue highlights CEAL teams that are tackling the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic in American Indian and Alaska Native (AI/AN) communities. COVID-19 hit these communities especially hard, but with the development and production of communication tools and resources that resonate, they now have one of the highest vaccination rates in the country. Explore stories from Arizona CEAL, key conversations, and resources developed to support AI/AN communities.
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A Tribal Health Care Model That Works
Community health workers in Arizona and community health representatives in tribal communities move mountains. Read about how they're helping thousands of residents, including many American Indian community members, to access health resources and COVID-19 vaccines.
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The Secret to Boosting Vaccine Confidence? It Comes From the Community
Researchers are partnering with members of AI/AN communities to create relevant materials about COVID-19 vaccines. The idea for the public health messaging campaign came from community members living in southern Arizona.
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Diversity in Research Helps Ensure COVID-19 Therapies Benefit the U.S. Population
Hear from Arizona researchers about the importance of diversity in the workforce and the strategies they used to increase Hispanic/Latino and AI/AN engagement in COVID-19 therapeutic trials.
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Tracking COVID-19 in AI/AN Communities
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Mapping COVID-19 Impact on Tribal Lands
The Johns Hopkins Coronavirus Resource Center and Center for American Indian Health (CAIH) released new data and a visualization tool that maps the COVID-19 pandemic’s spread across AI/AN communities. These tools help fill gaps in information about COVID-19 in Tribal communities.
Explore the Tribal Nations data and maps
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CAIH Health Resource Library for Native American Communities
The CAIH library hosts a variety of health resources for AI/AN Tribal leaders, healthcare workers, and community members. Check out their library for information on COVID-19, mental health, and more.
Explore the library
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COVID-19 Data Dashboard and Service Area Reports
The Urban Indian Health Institute’s COVID-19 data dashboard and Urban Indian Organization (UIO) Service Area Site Reports highlight the disproportionate impact COVID-19 has on urban AI/AN communities and can be used to address disparities and improve data quality. Explore these resources for information on COVID-19 cases, hospitalizations, deaths, and data quality.
Visit the COVID-19 Data Dashboard
View the UIO Service Area Site Reports
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Funding Opportunity: NCRN Regional Community Coalition Microgrant — Round 3
The National COVID-19 Resiliency Network (NCRN) Community Engagement Core is inviting nonprofit community-based organizations to submit proposals to apply for the Regional Community Coalition Microgrant funding opportunity. Proposals must detail a program designed to connect racial and ethnic minorities to COVID-19 mental health resources and services to promote resilience and wellness for individuals and communities. Submit applications by November 12, 2021, at 11:59 p.m. ET.
Apply for the Microgrant
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Events and Key Conversations
CEAL events promote community engagement, inclusion in research, and COVID-19 vaccines. These key conversations, including town halls and panel discussions, can also be found on our Events Page.
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Combatting Vaccine Hesitancy in African American and Hispanic Communities
November 9, 2021 | Register for the virtual event
On November 9, 2021, at 7:00 p.m. ET, join the National Coaltion of 100 Black Women Anne Arundel County Chapter for the next installment of their “We Care” project. Hear from Eliseo Pérez-Stable, M.D., director of the National Institute on Minority Health and Health Disparities, and other expert panelists on COVID-19 vaccines, vaccination uncertainty, community acceptance, and more.
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Spanish-Language Support Tools for Emotional Well-Being in Children and Young People
November 12, 2021 | Register for the virtual event
The National Academies of Science, Engineering, and Medicine (NASEM) developed a suite of tools—available online in both English and Spanish—to help children and youth manage feelings of stress, anxiety, and sadness related to the COVID-19 pandemic. Join NASEM on November 12, 2021, at 1:00 p.m. ET for a Spanish-language demonstration of the tools and learn how you can use them as an educator, mental health professional, health care provider, or parent.
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ICYMI: Past Events and Key Conversations |
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