Rise Up Richland
Cultivating a Richland County that thrives on inclusivity, equity, and collaborative
efforts
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.