Jackson, MS (August 26, 2024) — The Institute for the Advancement of Minority Health kicked off the academic school year by donating school supplies and personal protective equipment (PPE) to support students as they return to school. This initiative is part of the Institute’s ongoing commitment to ensuring the health and well-being of minority communities, especially in the face of ongoing public health challenges.
On August 3, 2024, the Institute partnered with Word and Worship Church for a Back-to-School Bash. During the bash over 100 backpacks filled with school supplies were distributed. Students receiving backpacks ranged from kindergarten to college. The Back-to-School Blast provided a platform to distribute school supplies, offer health resources and information, and share valuable information with families. “Education is an important component to reducing health disparities,” said Dr. Lakitha Hughes, event coordinator. “We are grateful to Dr. Melvin and her team.”
During an outreach event at Hinds Community College (Utica Campus) on August 16, 2024, Institute staff distributed hand sanitizer, face masks, and COVID-19 information. Mr. Donny Epting, Dean of Students at Hinds CC (Utica Campus) was appreciative of the Institute’s donation of PPE kits. “Thank you to the Institute for the Advancement of Minority for the donation of 200 PPE kits. We are eternally grateful.”
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Media Contacts:
Dr. Sandra Melvin
iamh@advancingminorityhealth.org
(769) 567-1060
The Institute for the Advancement of Minority Health was established in 2019 to reduce health disparities among disadvantaged and underserved minority populations in Mississippi through the development of collaborative partnerships with community stakeholders and the implementation of evidence-based public health interventions with a particular focus on health equity.
