Rise Up Richland was established in 2019 under the leadership of Prisma Health's first and former SVP Community Health Services, Vince Ford, with a mission to support ongoing strategies that address both socioeconomic and racial gaps, fostering a county where everyone has a fair and just chance to lead a healthy life. The collaborative hopes to bridge socioeconomic and racial disparities by engaging diverse leaders and residents as catalysts for systemic and programmatic change.
Objectives
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Community Assessment: Conduct a comprehensive analysis of Richland County's strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, assets, and challenges to inform strategic initiatives.
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Addressing Socioeconomic and Racial Gaps: Support and leverage strategies that address identified socioeconomic and racial disparities, promoting equity and inclusivity.
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Healthy Community Initiatives: Support initiatives that promote a healthy lifestyle for all residents, ensuring equal access to resources and opportunities.
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Coalition Building: Establish an ongoing coalition of Richland County leaders and residents who will act as catalysts for change, fostering collaboration and shared responsibility.
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Education and Awareness: Support educational programs that raise awareness about socioeconomic and racial disparities, fostering understanding and empathy within the community.
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Policy Advocacy: Advocate for policies that promote equity, inclusivity, and address systemic issues contributing to socioeconomic and racial gaps.
- Data-Driven Decision-Making: Utilize data and research findings to inform decision-making processes and measure the impact of implemented strategies.
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Community Engagement: Foster active participation and engagement from residents, ensuring that the community's voice is integral to the decision-making process.
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Capacity Building: Provide resources and support for individuals and organizations working towards the mission of Rise Up Richland, enhancing their capacity for positive impact.
Guiding
Principles
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Inclusivity: Embrace and celebrate the diversity of Richland County, ensuring that all voices are heard and valued.
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Equity: Prioritize equity in all initiatives, recognizing and addressing the unique needs of different communities within Richland County.
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Collaboration: Encourage collaboration among community leaders, residents, organizations, and other stakeholders to achieve collective impact.
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Transparency: Foster transparency in decision-making processes, communicating openly with the community about goals, progress, and challenges.
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Accountability: Hold ourselves accountable to the community, regularly assessing the effectiveness of implemented strategies and adjusting as needed.
