CHC Advancing Health Equity Through Cancer Prevention
The Vaccination Equity Initiative focuses on removing barriers to HPV vaccination access and cervical cancer prevention for underserved populations in Georgia. Through community-driven solutions, CHC has formed partnerships with local organizations to increase education, awareness, and access.
Core Strategies
The Vaccination Equity Initiative focuses on addressing critical barriers to HPV vaccination and cervical cancer prevention through two core strategies.
- Builds demand for HPV primary prevention by enhancing community awareness, receptivity, and utilization of vaccination and educational efforts. This involves empowering communities with culturally tailored messaging and accessible outreach
- Fostering care linkages by collaborating with organizations addressing social determinants of health, such as transportation, housing, and education. This holistic approach ensures equitable access to HPV prevention resources and strengthens community health infrastructure.
Grantee Partners
- East Georgia Cancer Coalition (EGCC): Dedicated to cancer education, prevention, and supporting survivors in Georgia since 2003.
- Georgia Campaign for Adolescent Power and Potential (GCAPP): Focused on adolescent health and empowerment through education and community engagement.
- Healthy Savannah: Committed to creating a healthier environment through equitable opportunities for physical activity and nutrition.
Rapid Response Grantee Partners
CHC awarded three organizations to reduce barriers to HPV prevention through rapid response grants. These funds enable timely, innovative solutions for increasing awareness, building trust, and driving demand for HPV prevention in underserved areas of Georgia.
- Association for Community Empowerment Solutions: Our mission is to empower individuals to achieve optimal health through education, access to healthcare resources, and partnerships. We envision a world where every person thrives.
- Grow Initiative GA, Inc.: dedicated to improving the lives of underserved, low-wealth, and marginalized individuals by promoting community engagement, equity, and access to essential resources in education, health and nutrition, and overall well-being. Our mission is rooted in the belief that everyone deserves the opportunity to lead a healthy, fulfilling life, regardless of their socio-economic status or background. We value inclusivity, cultural sensitivity, and collaboration, working tirelessly to foster a sense of belonging and empowerment within the communities we serve. Through innovative programs and strategic partnerships, we aim to create sustainable change and build stronger, more resilient communities.
- The Susan Jolley Awareness Program: brings awareness and education to all on the impact and prevention of cervical cancer and other gynecological cancers that affect women. The Susan Jolley Awareness Program also advocates for HPV awareness, testing and vaccines.
Our VEI Impact: