Georgia Health Initiative

“At the Initiative, we believe communications is more than just the exchange of information—it’s about fostering relationships, building momentum, and inspiring collective action.” Read our latest blog post by Maura Tangum, Communications Manager, who shares her thoughts on the role of communications in creating a Georgia where optimal health and well-being can come within reach for everyone. https://lnkd.in/eCZbmi4a

At ARCHI 's The State of Metro Atlanta Health Symposium, Cindy Zeldin joined fellow changemakers on a Health Advocacy panel to discuss the importance of elevating community voices to inform policy change.

Today I had the pleasure of serving on a panel alongside Bill Finerfrock and Dr. Frazier Keitt at the Movement is Life Health Equity Summit. Together we explored the unique health equity experiences of individuals living in rural and urban communities and more importantly focused on the possibilities abound in our future in ensuring all individuals living in Georgia achieve their highest potential for health. Many thanks to the dynamic Dr. Valerie Montgomery Rice for setting the stage for a powerful discussion during the conference and specifically naming the direct correlation between income and health. I walked away energized, committed and hopeful for what we all can do for our fellow community members. #healthequity #wellness #ittakesavillage #collectiveaction #movementislife

In our latest blog post, Kristy Klein Davis reflects on the importance of joining different tables for conversations around shaping a Georgia where everyone has what they need to live their healthiest lives.

Three days of true Connection, Community, & Courage in keeping with the theme at this year’s Philanthropy Southeast Annual Meeting. So many building blocks gained to help us live into the definition of “philanthropy” as “love of humankind.” ?? #TeamPossible #PSE2024!

It was such a pleasure to attend the Grantmakers In Health Health Policy Exchange with Cindy Zeldin on behalf of Georgia Health Initiative this week. We gathered with partners from across the country to exchange ideas and strategize about how we can collectively support systems change to advance health equity.

We're looking forward to engaging with everyone at this Thursday's Comprehensive Health Coverage Commission Meeting and continuing to discuss improving access and quality of healthcare in GA. Information on how to join the meeting by Zoom can be found on DCH's website.

Key takeaways from the GA Hunger & Health summit hosted by CDC Foundation include: *centering neighbors in our collective work *thinking more from the perspective of “critical connections” vs. “critical mass” (as taught by Grace Lee Boggs) *applying principles of asset-based framing shared during a thought-provoking workshop facilitated by Trabian Shorters Two days well spent learning, cultivating relationships, and supporting one another in applying new ways of thinking and partnering and framing! #TeamPossible #AssetFraming

As a mom of three young men aka my broke besties... having the opportunity to serve families in pursuit of birth equity is incredibly fulfilling, impactful and dare I say THE MOST JOYFUL JOURNEY OF MY LIFE. So, when I had the opportunity to come to our Nation's capital to ideate and learn alongside change makers across the country, I jumped at the opportunity. I learned sooooooo much... during the event we explored the possibilities of public private partnerships through examples spearheaded in New Jersey (s/o to Lisa Asare and NJ First Lady Mrs. Tammy Murphy), North Carolina (S/o to Elizabeth H. Star) and Illinois (s/o to Sona Smith)... We also learned from peers about how to develop powerful mission driven funder collaboratives and I am thankful for the leaders in Rhode Island, Maryland, Washington and New Jersey for sharing their journey's (S/o to Zachary Nieder and the rest of the panelist). I am inspired, reaffirmed and excited to continue to pursue #birthequity and #maternalhealthequity in Georgia. #strongertogether #ittakesavillage #birthequity #maternalhealthvitality #publichealth #philanthropy #publicprivatepartnership #equity Many thanks to the Birth Equity Funders State Exchange planning committee California Health Care Foundation, Irving Harris Foundation, Pritzker Family Foundations (Children's Initiative), Community Health Acceleration Partnership (CHAP) Cambia Health Foundation, Perigee Fund, The Commonwealth Fund, Merck for Mothers, W.K. Kellogg Foundation, The David and Lucile Packard Foundation and FORE.

Celebrating “our first birthday” as Georgia Health Initiative! ??