EquiTEA

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National Breastfeeding Month - This is Our Why Pt. 1 Aug 28, 2023

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On this episode of EquiTEA, Andie had the opportunity to chat with breastfeeding peer counselors Tatiana Jackson and Charita Logan of Sistah Connection. Sistah Connection is breastfeeding support group for African American mothers receiving services through the Women Infant Children (WIC) program in Riverside County. Please listen as Tatiana and Charita discuss the benefits and challenges associated with breastfeeding as well as the services the WIC program provides for breastfeeding mothers and birthing people in Riverside County.

Resources

For more information on Riverside County’s Women Infant Children’s (WIC) Program please visit: https://www.ruhealth.org/wic or call (855) 748-4376.

For more breastfeeding information, resources or assistance please visit: https://www.ruhealth.org/breastfeeding or call the 24/7 Loving Support Breastfeeding Helpline (888) 451-2499.

California Children's Services (CCS) Jul 26, 2023

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On this episode of EquiTEA, Greg sat with Susan Siffermann and Melissa Pudgil of California Children’s Services (CCS). CCS is a statewide program that provides funding for treatment of children with certain physical limitations and chronic health conditions or diseases. CCS also authorizes and pays for specific medical services and equipment provided by CCS-approved specialists. Please listen as Susan and Melissa discuss the unique challenges faced by individuals with disabilities and their families.

Resources

For more information on Riverside County’s California Children’s Services Program please visit: https://www.ruhealth.org/public-health/california-children-services or call (951) 358-5401.

For more information on the So Cal Trykers Chapter of AMBUCS please visit: https://socaltrykers.wixsite.com/ambucs or call (714) 356-4475.

Inquiries can be directed to RivCoHealthEquity@ruhealth.org

Minisode: Juneteenth Jun 19, 2023

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On this special mini-sode of EquiTEA, Andie and Dorothy dive into the history of Juneteenth and why it is important to recognize and celebrate this federal holiday.

Inquires can be directed to RivCoHealthEquity@ruhealth.org

References:

https://nmaahc.si.edu/explore/stories/historical-legacy-juneteenth#:~:text=Freedom%20finally%20came%20on%20June,newly%20freed%20people%20in%20Texas.

https://www.history.com/news/what-is-juneteenth

https://www.smithsonianmag.com/history/juneteenth-our-other-independence-day-16340952/

https://www.juneteenth.com/history/

https://thehill.com/changing-america/respect/diversity-inclusion/597742-florida-senate-approves-ban-on-lessons-about/

https://www.battlefields.org/learn/articles/brief-overview-american-civil-war

Juneteenth Becomes a Federal Holiday & An Insurrectionist Runs for Office | The Daily Show

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LGBTQIA+ Pride Month Jun 08, 2023

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On this episode of EquiTEA, Andie sat down with founder and CEO of TruEvolution Gabriel Maldonado. TruEvolution is a non-profit, community-based organization that fights for health equity and racial justice to advance the quality of life and human dignity of the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Queer community. This organization provides a wide array of services including housing assistance, behavioral health assistance, HIV care and HIV prevention. Please listen as Gabriel discusses the importance of recognizing and celebrating Pride Month.

Resources

For more information about TruEvolution please visit https://truevolution.org

Inquiries can be directed to RivCoHealthEquity@ruhealth.org

References: https://www.dragqueenstoryhour.org/about/ https://www.ppic.org/blog/californias-lgbt-population/

https://transequality.org/issues/resources/understanding-drag https://www.cnn.com/2023/04/06/politics/anti-lgbtq-plus-state-bill-rights-dg/index.html

Asian American, Native Hawaiian & Pacific Islander Heritage Month Pt. 2 May 24, 2023

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On this episode of EquiTEA, Greg and Andie continue their Asian American Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Heritage series with featured guest Lolofi Soakai. Lolofi is Executive Director and Founder of Motivating Action Leadership Opportunity (MALO), a nonprofit that serves Tongan Americans in the Inland Empire through youth mentorship, job readiness, resource literacy and cultural gathering events.

Resources

For more information about Motivating Action Leadership Opportunity (MALO) and their events please visit https://www.malotongaie.org

Inquiries can be directed to RivCoHealthEquity@ruhealth.org

Asian American, Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander Heritage Month Pt. 1 May 10, 2023

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On this episode of EquiTEA, Greg and Andie kick off their 2-part Asian American Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Heritage and Mental Health Awareness Month series with featured guests Harold Custodio and Nicole Dumaguindin of the Asian Pacific Counseling and Treatment Centers (APCTC). This organization provides vital mental health and social services for members of the Asian Pacific communities. Please listen as these subject matter experts discuss Asian American Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Heritage Month and how the COVID-19 pandemic impacted the mental health of this community.

Resources

For more information about Asian Pacific Counseling and Treatment Centers (APCTC) please visit https://www.apctc.org

Facebook: Asian Pacific Counseling Treatment Center

Instagram: @iekapwayouth

For more information about Asian American Task Force- Riverside and join their bimonthly meetings please email aatf.riverside@gmail.com

Upcoming Events

Asian American Task Force HOPE Festival 2023- May 20, 2023. Register at: http://bit.ly/hope2023rsvp

Inquiries can be directed to RivCoHealthEquity@ruhealth.org

Black Maternal Health Week Apr 11, 2023

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On this episode of EquiTEA, Greg and guest co-host Dorothy Delphin sit down with Maternal Adolescent Child Health (MCAH) staff to discuss Black Maternal Health Week. Curley Palmer is a Program Coordinator for the Perinatal Equity Initiative (PEI) Program and Keiyana Carter is a former Black Infant Health (BIH) program participant and is now the program’s Community Outreach Liaison. Please listen as these maternal child experts discuss the importance of recognizing and celebrating Black Maternal Health Week and the services MCAH provide for Black mothers and birthing people in Riverside County.

Resources

For more information on the Riverside County Black Infant Health Program please visit: https://www.ruhealth.org/public-health/black-infant-health or call (800) 794-4814.

Follow Riverside County’s Black Infant Health Program on Social Media!

Instagram: @BlackInfantHealthRivCo

Facebook: Black Infant Health of Riverside County

Twitter: BIHRivco

For more information on the Riverside County Perinatal Equity Initiative Program please visit https://www.ruhealth.org/perinatal-equity-initiative

For more information on the Sankofa Community Doula Program please visit: https://www.sankofabirthworkers.com

For more information on the Black Fatherhood Program please visit: https://www.sigmabetaxi.com/black-fatherhood

Upcoming Events

Black Infant Health’s “Melanin Momma’s In Motion” stroller walk- April 12, 2023. Register at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/melanin-mommas-in-motion-tickets-588516557867

Sankofa Birthworkers Collective’s “Our Joy- Black Maternal Health Week Celebration”- April 15, 2023. Register at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/our-joy-black-maternal-health-week-celebration-tickets-596271503117

The Coalition for Black Health and Wellness’ “Tea For The Soul” self-care event - May 7, 2023. Register at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/tea-for-the-soul-tickets-588368194107

Inquiries can be directed to RivCoHealthEquity@ruhealth.org

RivCo's Equity Evolution Mar 27, 2023

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On this episode of EquiTEA, Greg and Andie sit with Riverside County’s Health Equity Director Salomeh Wagaw to discuss all things equity. In this episode, you will learn the difference between equity and equality and how it relates to public health. You will also hear about the evolution of equity in Riverside’s own Public Health Department and the role COVID- 19 played in this evolution.

For more information about Riverside County’s health equity program please go to: www.ruhealth.org/public-health/health-equity-program

Inquiries can be directed to RivCoHealthEquity@ruhealth.org.

Black History Month Episode 1 Part 3 Feb 28, 2023

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On today’s episode of EquiTEA, Greg and Andie conclude their conversation with Dr. Regina Patton- Stell and Minister Debra Williams. They discuss ways the County of Riverside can empower and uplift the African- American/Black communities, ways individuals of all races and ethnicities can celebrate Black History Month and how community members can engage with their organizations.

Resources

Antiracist Riverside- www.antiracistriverside.com

Building Resilient Communities (BRC)- www.brcus.org.

BRC is always seeking volunteers and donors. To find out how you can get involved contact their Community Engagement Team: Kathleen@brcus.org.

National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) Riverside Branch- www.naacpriversidebranch.org or text NAACP 1059 to 484848.

Upcoming Events

Inland Empire Antiracist Summit by CART-March 21, 2023 check out the antiracist website for more information.

Building Resilient Communities Faith Leaders Appreciation Breakfast- Friday, April 21, 2023. Register at https://bit.ly/1stFaithLeadersBreakfast

Building Resilient Communities Ark of Safety Community Resiliency Summit- Thursday, June 15, 2023. Register at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ark-of-safety-community-resiliency-summit-in-person-event-tickets-514566631647

Black History Month Episode 1 Part 2 Feb 28, 2023

Show notes

On today’s episode of EquiTEA, Greg and Andie continue their conversation with Dr. Regina Patton- Stell and Minister Debra Williams. In this episode, the guests share their experiences of navigating the professional world as Black women.

Resources

Antiracist Riverside- www.antiracistriverside.com

Building Resilient Communities (BRC)- www.brcus.org.

BRC is always seeking volunteers and donors. To find out how you can get involved contact their Community Engagement Team: Kathleen@brcus.org.

National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) Riverside Branch- www.naacpriversidebranch.org or text NAACP 1059 to 484848.

Upcoming Events

Inland Empire Antiracist Summit by CART-March 21, 2023 check out the antiracist website for more information.

Building Resilient Communities Faith Leaders Appreciation Breakfast- Friday, April 21, 2023. Register at https://bit.ly/1stFaithLeadersBreakfast

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