April Partner Spotlight
Mar 28, 2012
Background
The Diabetes Community Action
Coalition of Fulton County in Atlanta, Georgia hit the streets to promote and distribute
NDEP’s messages to high-risk minority populations at worksites, free clinics, health
fairs, senior centers, the YMCA, various meetings, and neighborhood events throughout
the city of Atlanta. Formed in March 2011, the Coalition collaborates with over
90 member organizations in an effort to reduce the health and financial burden that
diabetes is placing on the county.
Outreach and Promotions
The Coalition developed a diabetes awareness campaign using and adapting NDEP materials,
including NDEP’s
4 Steps to Control Your Diabetes. For Life.,
Small Steps. Big Rewards. Your GAME PLAN to Prevent Type 2 Diabetes,
and “Know
Your Diabetes ABCs, Just Like You Know Your Other Numbers” print PSA,
which was modified to include a smoke-free message.
Additionally, the Coalition collaborated with the United Methodist Men to bring
the “Know Your Diabetes ABCs” message to African American residents
of the Pittsburgh neighborhood at a Community Forum and Rally. The Pittsburgh community
is the oldest and one of the poorest African American neighborhoods in Atlanta.
Compared to the city of Atlanta where 24% of the households live below the poverty
level,
40% of the households in this historic neighborhood live in poverty. During the
rally, the Coalition engaged residents and distributed 100 bags filled with NDEP’s
diabetes management
materials and 25 bags filled with NDEP’s
prevention materials. In addition to NDEP materials, the Atlanta Regional
Health Guide: Resources for the Uninsured was shared to address the health disparities
related to access to health care.
The Coalition continues to serve the Pittsburgh community through a partnership with the Center for Black Women’s Wellness through its Safety Net Clinic and Healthy Start program.
For more information, contact Vicki Karnes at vkarnes54@comcast.net.
