Building safe and supportive neighborhoods through a community-based approach

July 2008

ILAACP News

Dear ILAACP E-News Bulletin Subscribers –

ILAACP Moves

Effective August 1, 2008, the ILAACP will be housed in a new office location. Please update your records to reflect the following new contact information:

Illinois African American Coalition for Prevention

954 W. Washington, Suite 405/Mailbox 10

Chicago, Illinois 60607

(0) 312.850.4444

(f) 312.850.4446

www.ilaacp.org

Over 270 Illinois Residents Participate in Unnatural Causes Town Hall Meetings

During June, the Illinois African American Coalition for Prevention (ILAACP) partnered with Aetna insurance to convene three UNNATURAL CAUSES town hall meetings in Cook, Peoria, and Kane counties.

Each event included a 30-minute screening of clips from the series followed by a two-hour focus group, in which participants identified regional policies and initiatives to promote health equity. Over 270 residents and public health workers attended the screenings. With assistance from partners, the project trained over 40 facilitators and note takers to elicit and record discussions during the town hall meetings.

The Cook county event was preceded by a public hearing convened by the Health & Healthcare Disparities Committee of the Illinois General Assembly. Experts from Aetna, Cook County DPH, Illinois Violence Prevention Authority, and Chicago State University presented on health literacy, the social determinants framework, and the impact of violence and food deserts on health. State legislators in attendance gained new frameworks and ideas for legislation to promote equal opportunities for health.

Please click the following links for more information on this initiative

http://www.pjstar.com/health/

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http://centralillinoisproud.com/

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ILAACP Awards $60K to Youth Serving Organizations

As part of our Youth In Prevention Mini-grant initiative, the ILAACP, in partnership with the Illinois Department of Human Services, Division of Community Health & Prevention, recently awarded a $5,000 grant to the following 12 youth serving organizations.

• Arthur M. Jackson, Jr. MD Healthcare Foundation (East St. Louis, IL)
• Black on Black Love Organization (Southside, Chicago, IL)
• Extended Hands/Reasonable Service (Decatur, IL)
• Ford Heights Community Youth Committee (Ford Heights, IL)
• Greater Westside Development Corporation (Lawndale/Austin/Garfield, Chicago, IL)
• The Housing Authority of Joliet (Joliet, IL)
• Imagine Englewood If (Englewood, Chicago, IL)
• Mid-South Youth Center/Joseph Initiative (Carbondale, IL)
• Strategic Human Services, Inc. (North Lawndale, Chicago, IL)
• Taskforce Prevention and Community Services, Inc. (Austin, Chicago, IL)
• The Black Healthcare Initiative Coalition, Inc. (Rockford, IL)
• Urban Sustainability Authority (Southshore, Chicago, IL)

Grantees will use these funds to design and implement a youth-led project that addresses a social and/or health disparity negatively impacting their community.

ILAACP Seeks Youth Representative for Illinois Choose Respect

The ILAACP is seeking a youth volunteer, between the ages of 16-19, with a commitment to violence prevention and building healthy relationships, to serve as its representative on the Choose Respect Illinois Steering Committee. To send in a resume, or for more details about the position, please contact Chris Sang at 312.850.444 or csang@ilaacp.org. For more info on Choose Respect, please visit www.chooserespect.org.

The ILAACP thanks you for your continued subscription to our E-News Bulletin. We hope that you find this information useful as you build safer, healthier, and more resilient communities.

We welcome suggestions on how we can improve this communication. Please forward all suggestions and comments to Chris Sang, project director, at csang@ilaacp.org.

Sincerely,

Malik S. Nevels, J.D.

Executive Director

Grant Opportunities

Open Meadows Foundation
Grants of up to $2,000 are being offered for projects that are designed and implemented by women and girls; promote the empowerment and well being of women and girls; reflect the cultural and ethnic diversity of our society; promote social change; and have limited financial access or have encountered obstacles in their search for funding. August 15, 2008 is the application deadline.

Integrating Primary Care and Mental Health Services
The Illinois Children's Healthcare Foundation is seeking proposals for projects designed for primary care providers and mental health providers to develop an integrated approach in primary care settings. Up t0 $500,000 over 2 years is available in funding. August 15, 2008 is the application deadline.

Weed and Seed Communities Competitive Program
The Weed and Seed initiative is a community-based, comprehensive multi-agency approach to law enforcement, crime prevention, and neighborhood restoration. Up to $175,000 is available in funding. August 19, 2008 is the draft application deadline.

Comprehensive STD Prevention Projects
The purpose of the program is to enhance the prevention and control of STDs by supporting and improving the ability of public health departments to design, implement, and evaluate Comprehensive STD Prevention Systems. $104 million is available to fund up to 65 awards. August 25, 2008 is the application deadline.

Heineman Foundation
The purpose of the Heineman Foundation is to provide seed money to start-up projects and new projects within existing organizations for a maximum of three to five years. The average range of donations is $20,000 to $50,000, per annum. September 1, 2008 is the application deadline.

Economics of Treatment and Prevention Services for Drug and Alcohol Abuse
This funding opportunity targets research projects that examine the economics of prevention and treatment services for drug and alcohol abuse. Such research projects might emphasize financing and purchasing of drug and alcohol treatment and prevention services, including studies of health insurance and payment mechanisms; economic incentives used to improve the quality and economic efficiency of treatment and prevention services; alternative delivery systems and managed care; or other related subjects. Up to $200,00 is available in funding. September 16, 2008 is the earliest date that an application may be submitted.

News & Resources

ISBE Working to Increase Literacy for Children and Families
The Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) recently announced awarding more than $2.4 million in family literacy grants to 17 educational partnerships involving school districts, regional offices of education, higher education institutions and community organizations around the state. The Illinois Even Start Family Literacy Program grants are designed to help the state's earliest learners, as well as their families, improve literacy skills. To read the full press release please click here.

Racial Disparity Seen in Prostate Cancer Treatment
Black men with early prostate cancer may be less likely to receive aggressive treatment than their white counterparts, a study has found. The reason, researchers say, seems to be that doctors are somewhat less likely to offer extensive surgery or radiation treatment to black patients, and not that black patients more often refuse more-aggressive treatment. For the full article please click here.

Heart Attack Symptoms in Women
Heart disease is the leading cause of death among U.S. women. It affects 1 in 10 females over age 18. In light of the recent uncertainty about heart attack symptoms in women, NIH-funded researchers examined 69 studies published over 35 years. For more on the study please click here.

African-American Men Unaware of High Blood Pressure
Men with high blood pressure, particularly African-American men, are often unaware they have the condition, according to a new study. Researchers found that of more than 1,500 young and middle-aged adults with high blood pressure, men were one-quarter less likely than women to know they had the condition. And black men were particularly at risk. Please click here for the full article.

New Program to Support Next Generation of Community Health Leaders
Ladder to Leadership: Developing the Next Generation of Community Health Leaders is a collaborative initiative of the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation and the Center for Creative Leadership. The initiative aims to enhance the leadership capacity of community-based nonprofit health organizations serving vulnerable populations by focusing on developing the critical leadership competencies for 270 early- to mid-career professionals through an innovative, sixteen-month leadership development curriculum that will be delivered in nine priority communities on a staggered schedule over the next four years. For more information about the program please click here.

The Chicago Community Trust Fellowship
The Chicago Community Trust Fellowship is designed to elevate the careers of Chicago leaders and increase their future impact on the Chicago metropolitan area. The Fellowship offers professional development opportunities for both emerging and experienced leaders in the not-for-profit and public sectors. Please click here for more details about the fellowship.

Grantsmanship Workshops
These free Grantsmanship trainings offered by the Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS) are designed to assist persons responsible for program planning and/or grant writing for their respective organizations. Please click on each workshop's corresponding link to register. Space is limited.

Thursday, July 31, 2008. 9:30am - 4:30pm. Massac Memorial Hospital, 28 Chick Street, Metropolis, IL. Click here for registration info.

Friday, August 22, 2008. 9:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. IDHS, 401 S. Clinton, Chicago, IL. Click here for registration info.

The College Expo 2008
The College Expo aims to increase college enrollment among underrepresented youth by connecting students directly to colleges, providing scholarship information, connecting students to career and internship opportunities, and offering many other resources for students. September 27, 2008. 9am - 4pm. South Shore Cultural Center, Chicago, IL. To learn more about the College Expo, please visit thecollegeexpo.org. For more details on the college expo scholarship, please click here.

Legislative Watch

HB115 HPV Prevention
Requires that the Cervical Cancer Elimination Task Force identify strategies that are effective in reducing the number of women who are unscreened or under-screened for cervical cancer; and increase awareness about human papillomavirus (HPV) and its link to cervical cancer and cervical dysplasia, the availability and efficacy of the HPV vaccine in the prevention of the disease, and the importance of providing it to young females.

HB311 & SB0005 Health Care For All
Creates the Health Care for All Illinois Act, which provides that all Illinois residents are covered under the Illinois Health Services Program for health insurance, and are entitled to the specific health coverage benefits under the Program.

HB1039 & SB1753 Support for Abused and Neglected Children
Appropriates $5,000,000 from the General Revenue Fund to the Office of the Attorney General for a grant to the Illinois Association of Court Appointed Special Advocates (Illinois CASA), who help safeguard more than 4,000 abused and/or neglected children statewide.

HB5019 Increase Medicaid Reimbursement for Health Care Providers
Addresses low provider reimbursement rates for Medicaid and similar programs by requiring rates to be similar to those paid by private health insurance programs. Mandates Medicaid to provide a cost-of-doing-business increase for providers, and requires payment 30 days after a claim has been submitted.

HB5038 Early Childhood Education Grant
Amends the School Code to provide more funds for programs serving children 0-3 through the Early Childhood Education Block Grant.

HB5570 & SB2235 Home-Visiting Programs
Appropriates $10,000,000 from the General Revenue Fund to DHS, for community-based home-visiting programs for parents of young, high-risk children.

SB898 Childcare Access
Amends the Illinois Public Aid Code to limit the childcare co-payments of working families below the poverty line.

SB2288 Education Funding
Creates specific programs and funds to improve school quality through funding generated by tax reform.

SB2341 Chronic Kidney Disease
Appropriates $250,000 to the Department of Public Health from the General Revenue Fund for a Chronic Kidney Disease Awareness, Testing, Diagnosis and Treatment Program.

SB2361 Foster Parent Cost of Care
Seeks to establish a methodology to fund an increase in the cost of care reimbursement rate that DCFS will pay to foster parents for fiscal year 2009.

Events

Save the Date:

5th Annual Stronger Roots Stronger Branches
September 18-19, 2008
Holiday Inn Select
Naperville, IL

Partners in Action: Improving Health Outcomes in Illinois
October 14-15, 2008
President Abraham Lincoln Hotel and Conference Center
701 East Adams, Springfield, IL
(217) 544.8800
Visit the Illinois Public Health Institute website for registration info.

Upcoming Events

FBCC 5th Annual Health Fair
First Baptist Congregational Church will be holding it's 5th Annual Health Fair to provide free health screenings and resources to hte public. Some of the services offered will include Back to school physicals, immunizations, eye and dental screenings, cholesterol, glucose, kidney function tests, HIV testing, prostate screening, blood pressure screening, and more. Saturday, July 26, 2008. 10am - 3pm. 1613 W. Washington Blvd, Chicago, IL. For more info., please contact Pat Mitchell RN 773.261.3533 Ext 228.

The Connection: Learning Impairment, Crime and the Irreversible Damage of Lead Poisioning
This free public forum will examine the persistent problem of lead poisoning in our neighborhoods through community discussions and workshops. Free lead screenings will be provided. Saturday, July 26, 2008. 10am - 2pm. LaRabida Hospital, 6501 S. Promontory Dr., Chicago, IL. To register online please visit urbansustain.org.

Women of Power Alumni Association's 6th Annual Conference
The annual event for the WOPAA organization is a conference which focuses on pertinent community issues and addresses the unique needs of formerly and currently incarcerated females. The conference's informative workshops provide a forum for learning and interaction which will facilitate change for both the individual and the community in general. Wednesday, August 6, 2008. 9am - 3pm. Westside Technical Institute, 2800 S. Western Ave., Chicago, IL. Please visit the WOPAA website for more info.

NAHSE 40th Anniversary Scholarship and Community Service Awards Gala
The Chicago-Midwest Chapter of the National Association of Health Services Executives (NAHSE) will hold its 40th Anniversary Scholarship and Community Service Awards Gala to highlight the local achievement and the significant role that a diversified workforce and community involvement can play in accelerating progress towards closing the healthcare gaps. Friday, August 8, 2008. 6pm. South Shore Cultural Center, 7059 S. South Shore Drive, Chicago, IL. For reservations, RSVP to (708)-825-4444 by Friday, August 2.

New Faith Back-to-School Fair
New Faith Missionary Baptist Church will be holding it's 3rd annual back-to-school fair to provide students with school supplies, book bags, uniforms, and other resources and services. Saturday, August 9, 2008. 10am - 3pm. 8400 S. Halsted St., Chicago, IL. For vendor participation or questions about the event please contact Zakiya Franklin at 773.398.4483, znfranklin@yahoo.com. Inquiries regarding donations can be addressed by Michelle Davis at 708.261.8885, mdavis@whd147.org.

Chicago Children's Museum Annual Health Fair
The Chicago Children's Museum would like to invite organizations, families and community members to be guests at its 2008 Annual Health Fair. The event will feature health screenings, information for both child and parent, and fun and engaging activities that will encourage children to develop healthy lifestyles. Please note that a parent signature is required for any child that receives a dental or lead screening. Thursday, August 14, 2008. Please contact Karla Wente at Crf_wentekr@cuchicago.edu, for more event details or to schedule a bus for your organization.

4th Annual Health Institute
This year's annual health institute will be focusing on the issue of Domestic Violence. August 18 - 20, 2008. 7pm - 9pm. First Baptist Congregational Church, 1613 W. Washington Blvd, Chicago, IL. Please contact Rev. Ken Robinson MD at 773.619.3742, for more information.

Burnside Neighborhood Association Supply Drive
The Burnside Neighborhood Association Annual Share and Learn Back-to-School Supply Drive will prepare hundreds of children for their first day of school by providing them with the resources they need to start the school year off right. The drive is currently underway and will end Friday, August 22, 2008. Donations can be dropped off or shipped to: Burnside Neighborhood Association, 9112 South Greenwood Avenue, Chicago, IL 60619. For more details about the drive please contact Jean Walker at 773.768.4320, jeanwalker@burnsideassociation.com.

SCCS "Casino Magic" Annual Fundraiser
South Central Community Services, Inc. will host "Casino Magic," its annual fundraiser featuring an evening of pure Las Vegas Fun - no program, no awards, no long speeches. A dinner buffet will be provided in addition to entertainment: gambling, magician, karaoke, palm reader, dancing and a vocalist. The donation is just $100 (reduced price) with a 1 hour open bar. Saturday, August 23, 2008. 6pm - 12am. Tinley Park Convention Center. RSVP by August 8, 2008 at 773.483.0900, ext. 231.

21st Annual NPN Prevention Research Conference
The National Prevention Network (NPN) will be holding its 21st annual conference, themed "Prevention Research: Driving Successful Outcomes," to highlight and introduce evidence-based programs, innovations, practices and principles moving toward high quality prevention program implementation. August 24, 2008. 7am. Indianapolis, IN. For more information, visit http://swpc.ou.edu/npn.

Job Opportunities

American Academy of Pediatrics - Membership Recruitment Specialist
The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), the nation's leading advocacy organization for children's healthcare, seeks a self-motivated and creative individual to help continue its successful recruitment & retention rates of our 60,000+ pediatrician membership. Qualified candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in liberal arts and science, business, or related discipline, or equivalent relevant work experience, which includes at least 3 years of direct mail/promotions marketing experience. Please fax resumes to 847.228.5099 or send by email to resumes@aap.org.

Little City Foundation - Director of Development
This position offers unique opportunities for success to a dynamic, energetic, fundraising professional who wants to develop and execute new fundraising programs from a position of strength and stability. Activities will consist primarily of directing and managing the Resource Development Staff, seeking major gifts, and directing the planned giving program. Please click here for more info.

Housing Action Illinois - Program Coordinator
Housing Action Illinois' mission is to increase and preserve the supply of decent, affordable and accessible housing in Illinois for low-and moderate-income households. The Program Coordinator is responsible for the coordination, management and implementation of all aspects of Housing Action’s housing counselor technical assistance and training activities and REACH Illinois activities. For more details about this position please click here.

CEP Youth Leadership - Youth Leadership Coordinator
CEP Youth Leadership, Inc. is a non-profit youth service agency that designs and implements education, prevention and development programs for a diverse group of youth to promote leadership skills, foster positive relationships, and provide opportunities to engage in community service. The primary responsibility of the Youth Leadership Coordinator position is to plan, implement and evaluate the High School and Junior High Leadership Programs. For more info., please click here.

Campaign for Better Health Care - Lead Organizer
CBHC is the largest health care advocacy coalition in Illinois working for quality, affordable health care for all in our state. The Lead Organizer for Health Care Justice will work with the Health Care Justice Director and other staff in implementing CBHC’s overall advocacy strategy. Please click here for more info. Details on other positions are also available at the website.

Generations of Hope - Senior Project Development Director
The Senior Project Development Director performs professional and technical community development planning and implementation work of moderate to high complexity and variety. Works under general supervision of Executive Director. Salary will be based on experience. For more details please click here.

Porchlight Counseling Services - Executive Director
PCS provides counseling to college sexual assault survivors. The Executive Director will work on agency planning, program development, fundraising, financial management, staff management, networking, and board development. The ideal candidate will have a passion for this cause as well as exceptional organizational and communication skills. Please click here for more info.

Uhlich Children's Advantage Network - Clinical Case Consultant
The TPSN Clinical Case Consultant, coordinates case staffings, performs clinical assessments, evaluates and recommends appropriate permanent placements, monitors the implementation of services provided by caseworkers and agencies, and assists with crisis prevention and placement stabilization. Please click here for more details.

Lumpkin Family Foundation - Program Officer
The Lumpkin Family Foundation is a private, family foundation that makes grants to nonprofit organizations in East Central Illinois in the fields of education, health, the environment and leadership development. The Foundation seeks a Program Officer to create and run a local food program to support economic development and job growth through the creation of new food enterprises, and to encourage healthy lifestyles and eating habits in the region. For more details, please click here.

Heartland Alliance - Director of Quality Management
The Director of Quality Management manages Heartland Health Outreach and Heartland International Health Centers efforts in planning, implementation, and management of risk and quality management initiatives. For more information about this opportunity, please click here.

Alternatives, Inc. - Restorative Justice Specialist
Alternatives is seeking a full-time specialist to work directly with Chicago Public Schools students to implement restoratives disciplinary strategies, as well as working, as part of a team, to administer and further develop programming. Please click here for more details about this position.

Beatrice Caffrey Youth Service
BCYS is currently accepting applications for qualified, caring individuals to join us in providing quality services to our clients. Multiple positions are available. For a full list of job opportunities please visit http://www.beatricecaffrey.net/employ.html

ABJ Community Services
ABJ is currently accepting applications for qualified, caring individuals to join us in providing quality services to our clients. Multiple positions are available. For a full list of job opportunities please visit http://www.abj.org/html/career.html

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