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Illinois Latino HIV Statewide Network
Salud Latina/Latino Health, OASIS and Project VIDA with the support of the Illinois Department of Public Health, public health and advocacy stakeholders, and in collaboration with a broad statewide representation of HIV service provider organizations is establishing the Illinois Latino HIV Statewide Network. In representation of this group we are inviting new partners to become active members of this initiative. The overall goal is to is” to establish a permanent Latino HIV Statewide Network of HIV providers that engage Latinos in HIV education, outreach, testing and continuum of care services”. During the first six months of the year 2008 the ILHIVSN expects 1) To conduct an assessment process identifying providers that deliver HIV services to Latinos throughout the State of Illinois; 2) To analyze and interpret data from surveys, interviews and other sources to define strengths, gaps, opportunities and strategies to propose system changes, and 3) To develop a communication strategy to inform IDPH, CDPH, public health officials and legislators about priorities that impact the delivery of HIV services to Latinos in Illinois.
To join the ILHIVST you are invited to attend the next meeting to be held at the State of Illinois Building 160 N. LaSalle Room 7N on January 9th from 10:00 to 12 Noon. If you wish additional information please contact Patricia Canessa or Mayra Chacon at (312) 913-3001.
HHS Secretary Leavitt Launches National Campaign to Reduce African American Infant Mortality
HHS Secretary Mike Leavitt recently launched "Know What to Do for Life," a public education campaign to increase awareness about the risk factors associated with infant mortality in the African American community.
African American infants are nearly two -and one-half times more likely to die before their first birthday than white infants. Many of the conditions and factors that increase the risk of infant mortality disproportionately affect racial and ethnic minority babies. Preterm delivery (less than 37 weeks gestation) is the leading cause of death and developmental disability for African American infants. African American infant deaths due to low birth weight (less than 5 pounds, 8 ounces) and premature birth are nearly four times that for white infants.
As part of the "Know What to Do for Life" campaign, HHS released new radio and print public service advertisements (PSAs) featuring gospel recording artists Nicole Mullen, and Micah and Heidi Stampley. The PSAs encourage audiences to learn more about SIDS and the risk factors for low birth weight and premature delivery. Another key component of the campaign is a toolkit for community and faith-based organizations that will be distributed during the summer of 2005. For more information, go to: http://www.omhrc.gov/healthgap/sids.htm
HHS Launches African American Anti-Obesity Initiative
HHS Secretary Mike Leavitt announced the award of $1.2 million to improve efforts to reduce obesity among African Americans through a new partnership with national African American organizations.
The National Association for Equal Opportunity in Higher Education (NAFEO), Silver Spring, Md., will work with the National Urban League, New York, N.Y., and the National Council of Negro Women, Washington, D.C. Initiatives planned by these organizations include prevention, education, public awareness, and outreach activities intended to bring about a greater understanding of the impact of obesity on other conditions.
For more information, visit http://www.omhrc.gov/omhrc/pressreleases/2005press0407.htm/.
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Funding and Training Opportunities
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services -- Rural Health Network Development Planning Grant Program
Deadline: September 8, 2005
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services is seeking proposals for the Rural Health Network Grant Program. The purpose of the program is to provide support to entities that need assistance to plan, organize, and develop a health care network. http://www.healthinschools.org/grants/ops388.asp
The Cable Positive Tony Cox Community Fund HIV/AIDS Grants
Deadline: September 9, 2005
Cable Positive's Tony Cox Community Fund is a national grant program that encourages community-based AIDS organizations and cable outlets to partner in joint community outreach efforts, or to produce and distribute locally focused HIV/AIDS-related programs and public services announcements. http://www.healthinschools.org/grants/ops385.asp
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services- Healthy Tomorrows Partnership for Children Program
Deadline: September 12, 2005
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services is seeking proposals for the Healthy Tomorrows Partnership for Children Program. The purpose of the program is to stimulate innovative community-based programs that utilize prevention strategies to promote access to health care for children and their families. http://www.healthinschools.org/grants/ops392.asp
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services- Rural Health Care Services Outreach Grant Program
Deadline: September 23, 2005
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services is seeking proposals for the Rural Health Care Services Outreach Grant Program. The program supports the development of new and innovative health care delivery systems in rural communities that lack essential health care services. http://www.healthinschools.org/grants/ops393.asp
Second Annual International Conference on Social Science Research
December 4-6, 2005 Hilton Hotel Orlando/ Altamonte, FL
Proposal Deadline September 15, 2005
This interdisciplinary conference will draw together faculty members, research scientists,and professionals from the social sciences, and provide them with the opportunity tointeract with colleagues from the same field and from other, related fields.Cross-disciplinary submissions are particularly encouraged as is participation by international scholars. For more information and to submit online, visit http://www.centrepp.org/socialscience.html.
Youth Service America Grants for Lead Agencies for National Youth Service Day
Deadline: September 12, 2005
Youth Service America is in search of lead agencies for the 18th Annual National YouthService Day - April 21-23, 2006. Lead agencies increase the scope, visibility, and sustainability of National Youth Service Day by leading city, regional, or statewide celebrations. http://www.healthinschools.org/grants/ops390.asp
The National Education Foundation- Learning & Leadership and Innovation Grants
Deadline: September 15, 2005
The National Education Foundation provides grants to support public school teachers, public education support professionals, and/or faculty and staff in public institutions of higher education for one of the following two purposes: Learning & Leadership or Innovation. http://www.healthinschools.org/grants/ops394.asp
State Farm Good-Neighbor Service-Learning Grants
Deadline: October 17, 2005
The State Farm Companies Foundation announces the availability of service-learning grants for youth. The grants support the planning and implementation of projects for National Youth Service Day 2006, April 21-23 and on-going services throughout the year. http://www.healthinschools.org/grants/ops389.asp
Deluxe Corporation Foundation Education, Cultural, and Human Services Grants
Deadline: November 15, 2005
The Deluxe Corporation Foundation supports nonprofit organizations serving communities where Deluxe facilities are located. The Foundation's grant focus areas are education, cultural, and human services. http://www.healthinschools.org/grants/ops384.asp
Conferences and Symposia
First Candle/SIDS Alliance, in conjunction with the International Stillbirth Alliance
September 15- 18, 2005
Registration due August 15, 2005!
Marriott Crystal Gateway, Arlington, Virginia
TOGETHER Making a World of Difference will bring families, health professionals and researchers from around the world together in one forum to share knowledge and experiences as we work towards our goal of a future where all babies survive and thrive! The preliminary conference agenda and on-line registration is now available for our upcoming conference . . . TOGETHER Making a World of difference. To obtain details and register safely and securely, please visit http://www.firstcandle.org/conf2005/index.htm. FirstCandle/SIDS Alliance has applied to NCHEC to offer 21.5 CHES CEUs.
10th Annual International Conference on Family Violence
September 18-25, 2005
Town & Country Resort and Convention Center, San Diego, CA
A multi-disciplinary comprehensive event for over 1500 practitioners, advocates, researchers, policy-makers, survivors and students focused on domestic violence, child maltreatment, elder abuse, youth violence, sexual assault, and trauma. To register online and to view program information, visit http://www.onlineregistrationcenter.com/registerlist.asp?m=168&p=1, or call Tel: 858-623-2777 x 403, or email fvconf@alliant.edu.
For more information, please contact:
Mayra Chacon (312) 913-3001
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