A comprehensive guide for enhancing organizational equity through the lens of the national standards for Culturally and Linguistically Appropriate Services in Health and Health Care (CLAS). Information is categorized by the individual CLAS Standard, and provides a variety of resources based on population demographics. … [Read more...] about Addressing Health Equity and Racial Justice
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Frameworks Institute
Whether you are working to engage families in services or drafting state level policy, finding the right language to influence your audience is critical. The Frameworks Institute has researched and developed a variety of evidence-based resources that can help your community, agency, or service providers find the right language to effectively engage their constituencies. Some examples include framing the foundation community health, reframing family, school, and community engagement, and reframing developmental relationships. … [Read more...] about Frameworks Institute
Caring for Mental Health in Communities of Color During COVID-19
The blog sheds light on the impact that COVID-19, and the associated inequities related to access to care, has on communities of color. The blog offers advice for behavioral health practitioners, through the interview with Yolo Akili Robinson, who is the Executive Director and Founder of Black Emotional and Mental Health Collective (BEAM). … [Read more...] about Caring for Mental Health in Communities of Color During COVID-19
Youth Voice at the Agency Level Assessment
These assessments measure support for the meaningful participation of youth and young adults in advising and decision making at the agency level. The assessments were co-developed with young adults and identify eight critical themes required for youth-driven best practices. … [Read more...] about Youth Voice at the Agency Level Assessment
Youth Engagement in Programs
This resource provides basic tools to enhance and encourage meaningful participation of youth and young adults in various systems. It provides hands-on activities and techniques to support various learning styles. … [Read more...] about Youth Engagement in Programs