Hispanic Health Coalition of Georgia, Inc.
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Mission Statement
HHCGA is a 501 © (3) non-profit organization created to advance health policies that will improve access to services for Hispanic children and adults throughout the state. It was founded in 1990 and currently is Georgia's only statewide organization that focuses on Latino/Hispanic health.
About This Cause
Who we are… HHCGA is a 501 © (3) non-profit organization created to advance health policies that will improve access to services for Hispanic children and adults throughout the state. It was founded in 1990 and currently is Georgia's only statewide organization that focuses on Latino/Hispanic health. Founded June 1990, The Hispanic Healthcare Coalition of Georgia's mission is to promote health equity for all Hispanics by empowering, educating and advocating for healthy communities throughout Georgia. Together with its members (both health-related and non-health centered organizations and professionals), HHCGA identifies needs and service gaps leading to health disparities for Georgia Hispanics and offers direct community services as well as supportive activities to help its members improve the health wellbeing of Georgia Latinos. How do we promote health equity for all? Promoting Health in Georgia's Latino Communities: Through its health promoters initiative, HHCGA trains lay health educators who serve as a bridge between community members and health care services. Building Capacity Among Health Professionals: HHCGA informs individuals and agencies on current health disparities and ways to reduce these disparities. As part of its efforts, HHCGA offers skills development services to organizations who desire to provide high quality, culturally and linguistically appropriate services. Informing Policy: As a leading voice in Georgia on Latino health issues, HHCGA works with key decision makers to develop policies that lead to better health outcomes for Latinos, benefiting all Georgians. Disseminating Research: Through its Latino Health Summit and other activities, HHCGA disseminates relevant research concerning Latino health. In addition, HHCGA participates in research projects in conjunction with national organizations and Georgia universities. Connecting Health Professionals: Through membership, HHCGA offers health related as well as other individuals and organizations opportunities to coordinate services in an effort to eliminate health disparities among Georgia’s Latinos. Uniting For Action: Statewide workgroups meet regularly and work together to implement the Latino Health Action Plan, a three-year plan to address critical issues and improve access to healthcare for Latinos in Georgia. Committees, what we do… Our program activities focus on strengthening the community by conveying cultural and professional knowledge to organizations, and advocating to improve access to services and promoting new policies that protect the rights of Hispanics/Latinos for better health. The Coalition's committed members work in collaboration to achieve specific goals set by the Coalition. Currently our members are working in three areas: Advocacy Committee Identifies advocacy issues, develops proactive strategies and builds meaningful relationships in the community. • Serve on governmental advisory councils on issues of cultural competency, limited English proficiency (LEP), and barriers in accessing healthcare services for eligible applicants. • Provide culturally appropriate consultation to non-Hispanic organizations that are beginning outreach programs into Hispanic communities. • Promote dialogues and work in collaboration with other organizations to promote access to health services and better quality of life to the Latino/Hispanic community. Program Committee Identifies and develops educational, leadership and networking opportunities for members and the broader community. • Hosts HHCGA Health Open Calls in Georgia - quarterly teleconferences about health issues. • Sponsors quarterly meetings on topical issues of interest to its members. • Promote services and resources available in the community using a listserv with more than 400 subscribers. • Sponsors the HHCGA Annual Network Health Resource Fair. • Sponsors of the Biannual Award "SALUD HISPANA". • Publish the quarterly newsletter HHCGA Quarterly Wrap Up and the Annual Members Directory. Organizational Development Committee. Works on the continued development of the coalition and its leadership enhances the recognition of the work of the organization and develop internal systems that will maximize organizational effectiveness.