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HEALTH POLICY OPPORTUNITIES IN THE SOUTHERN STATES …

WebIn fact, when state policymakers have prioritized health policies such as covering the uninsured, reducing tobacco usage, or increasing cancer screenings, they have typically …

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Health Policy Opportunities in the Southern States

WebMany of the nation’s most persistent health policy challenges are not only present but magnified in the Southern states. As a region, the South has the highest uninsured rate in the nation and a higher burden of chronic disease than other parts of the country. Rural hospital closures and health care workforce shortages in rural […]

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Mental Health and Trauma-Informed Care

WebTOPIC: Health LEVEL OF GOVERNMENT: Local, State Mental Health and Trauma-Informed Care Robyn Donaldson, J.D. and Keme Hawkins, PhD, Paths to Peace PROBLEM Black communities are experiencing disproportionate Covid …

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Resolution Declaring Racism a Public Health Crisis 6-15-20 …

WebWHEREAS, DeKalb County acknowledges that the health impact of racism in Georgia and DeKalb County rises to the definition of a public health crisis proposed by Dr. Sandro …

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COVID-19's Devastating Impact on Youth Throughout the South

Webwww.southstrong.org Black and Hispanic youth are disproportionately affected by COVID-induced food insecurity. Historically, communities of color in the South are often the …

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SEAP's 5-Year Annniversary

WebIn 5 years, SEAP has been a revolution in the South. From a fully equitable approach to COVID vaccine distribution efforts, to supporting our Black Farmers, to creating a leadership space for youth and engaging conversations on Black Maternal Health and executing Spanish Language Convenings around Medicaid SEAP puts the South first.

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SEAP’s Spanish-Langauge Medicaid Unwinding Teletown Halls …

WebThe Southern Economic Advancement Project (SEAP) is contributing to the collective effort in addressing the complexities and concerns surrounding Medicaid …

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A Survey of Georgia Residents: State of the State

WebMore than 4 in 10 Georgia residents have worried about their mental health in the last 6 months. Even more are worried about the mental health of a loved one.

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Voters Across the South Are Concerned About Climate …

WebVO TMENT VICES 1 Introduction In September 2021, Data for Progress, in collaboration with the Southern Economic Advancement Project and Groundwork Collaborative, …

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Jan 28, 2021 F O R E W O R D

WebJan 28, 2021 F O R E W O R D A civic ecosystem has been burgeoning for decades in the South, and it now offers an opportunity to turn the tragedy of this pandemic into an opportunity to build prosperity and progress for all.

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THEIR VOICES. THEIR RECOVERY.

WebTHEIR VOICES. THEIR RECOVERY. Two years into the pandemic, Southern families’ struggle with housing weighs heavy as lawmakers begin ARP spending plans.

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21042022 P2P South

WebFrom March 2020 through Jan 2022, Covid directly caused 923,000 deaths and contributed to an additional 338,000 excess deaths beyond expected levels.

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AFpOrilR 13E, W202O1 RD

WebAFpO rilR 13E, W 202O1 RD A civic ecosystem has been burgeoning for decadesin the South, and it now offers an opportunity toturn the tragedy of this pandemic into an opportunity tobuild prosperity and progress for all.

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SOUTHERN ECONOMIC ADVANCEMENT PROJECT

WebEconomic Security: 13% of Southern households went hungry in June 2023. The highest rates of hunger nationwide were in LA (19%), MS (18%), and AR (17%). Climate: 81% of Southerners live in counties that have experienced at least one FEMA-declared disaster since 2020. Health: 15% of working-age Southerners lack health insurance, compared …

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SEAP Launches Survey to Help Local Leaders Prioritize ARP …

WebThe Southern Economic Advancement Project (SEAP) launched the American Rescue Plan (ARP) Community Needs survey to gather feedback from residents across …

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Southern Economic Advancement Project

WebFlorida . Engage Miami, a nonprofit engaging in year-round community organizing, issue advocacy, and voter turnout, received SEAP’s American Rescue Plan (ARP) Community …

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