This resource was developed by leaders from over 100 organizations and provides a discussion and list of actions that communities, organizations, businesses, governments, and funders can take to achieve the expectation of: all people and places thriving – no exceptions. Continue reading
Resource Tag: Health Equity
Principles for the Use of Funds From Opioid Litigation
This report describes 5 principles policymakers can use to ensure the best use of funds from opioid litigation. The principles include: Continue reading
COVID-19 Culturally and Linguistically Competent (CLC) Recommendations for Organizations/Entities
This educational resource provides recommendations for organizations interested in offering culturally and linguistically appropriate services in the context of the COVID-19 public health emergency. Continue reading
Supporting a Nation in Crisis: Solutions for Local Leaders to Improve Mental Health and Well-being During and Post-COVID-19
This guide is designed for local policymakers and civic institutions to improve mental health and well-being during the COVID-19 pandemic and includes recommendations and strategies for the immediate crisis and the recovery phase based on the Well Being Trust’s framework. Continue reading
Rural Community Toolbox: Funding & Tools to Build Healthy Drug-Free Rural Communities
The Rural Community Toolbox website, created by the Office of National Drug Control Policy, provides resources to fight addiction in rural communities. The toolbox provides information about funding opportunities and technical assistance offered by 16 federal departments and agencies. Continue reading
Rural Community Toolbox Fact Sheet
This 2-page fact sheet details the Rural Community Toolbox produced by the Office of National Drug Control Policy. This fact sheet explains the resources included in the toolbox and explains the toolbox development process. Continue reading
Best Practices for LGBTQ+ Inclusion in Recovery Housing
This guide details considerations for providing safe, sober recovery housing for members of the LGBTQ+ community. It includes information to reduce stigma, information about common experiences of discrimination and lack of access to supportive care, and specific LGBTQ+ focused recovery supports. Continue reading
The Opioid Crisis and the Black/African-American Population: An Urgent Issue
The opioid crisis has affected Black/African American communities in the United States. This report includes data on the prevalence of opioid use and the rate of overdose death in this population, a discussion of the contextual factors that impact the opioid crisis in these communities including lack of access to early intervention and treatment, Continue reading
Trauma, Racism, Chronic Stress and the Health of Black Americans
This report summarizes research into how trauma and racism lead to chronic stress and affect the health of Black Americans. The report describes research findings and provides information about evidence-based interventions designed to address trauma and racism and improve health in affected communities. Continue reading
Double Jeopardy: COVID-19 and Behavioral Health Disparities for Black and Latino Communities in the U.S.
This report describes disparities in the impact of COVID-19 on Black and Latino communities and the lack of access to services for these populations. The report describes strategies policymakers, community leaders and health care providers can adopt to address these disparities with links to further information. Continue reading