ACCESS Newswire
16 Nov 2023, 19:20 GMT+10
The Last Report of Its Kind Was Issued a Decade Ago
ATLANTA, GA / ACCESSWIRE / November 16, 2023 / A thorough examination of the health status of Georgia's Latino population has unveiled a nuanced narrative that requires immediate attention. The Latino Community Fund (LCF Georgia), a prominent nonprofit advocating for equity and justice, has released a groundbreaking report addressing the challenges and opportunities for well-being and self-sufficiency in the state's Latino community.
The state of health within this vibrant and diverse population is not just a matter of numbers; it's illustrated by various stories and community voices from across Georgia as part of the surveys, key informant interviews and focus groups part of the methodology.
The report, led by LCF Georgia, was developed by a diverse team of academics, key informants, practitioners, community members, and healthcare professionals.
'I am excited to have, for the first time, two Latinas lead the research project and represent their institutions. We are immensely grateful to Dr. Roxana Chicas of the Nell Hodgson Woodruff School of Nursing at Emory University and Dr. Natalie D. Hernandez-Green of Morehouse School of Medicine for their talent and expertise and their teams of students that shed light on the intricacies of health disparities, uncovering a compelling story that affects not only the Latino community but other underserved communities in the entire state.
Some of the key findings revealed in this report include that:
NOTABLE: Despite the disparities and inequalities related to health quality access, the Hispanic/Latino has demonstrated remarkable resilience and unity. They represent a strong community and offer a significant opportunity to enhance health access, services, and the overall quality of life for Hispanic/Latinos through the power of community and family networks as catalysts.
This report benefitted from the input of a Community Accountability Board, key informants, and diverse focus groups, specifically targeting underrepresented populations within the Latino community, including Mayan leaders, LGBTQIA+ members, and rural residents. Recruitment methods included word of mouth, direct outreach, and the distribution of bilingual study flyers. Eligible participants identified as Latino/a, were 18 years or older, and capable of providing informed consent.
WHAT: The results and key findings of this study will be presented and discussed with the community at the 9th Annual Latino Summit & Forum: 2023 Status of Latino Health in Georgia (we are grateful to Ser Familia, co-hosts of the event)
WHEN: Thursday, Nov. 16, 2023
WHERE: Atlanta Technical College (Dennard Conference Center), 30310
For more information, contact:
Gigi Pedraza, [email protected]
Daniela Racines, [email protected]
Contact Information
Daniela Racines
[email protected]
SOURCE: LCF Georgia
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