WASHINGTON, Sept. 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- WANDA is one of over 100 community-based organizations selected to participate in the Collaboration for Equitable Health, a transformative initiative powered by Bank of America. This collaborative effort brings together esteemed organizations such as the American Heart Association, the American Cancer Society, the American Diabetes Association, and the University of Michigan School of Public Health..

华盛顿，2023年9月15日/PRNewswire/-WANDA是被选中参与公平健康合作的100多个社区组织之一，这是一项由美国银行支持的变革性举措。这项合作努力汇集了美国心脏协会，美国癌症协会，美国糖尿病协会和密歇根大学公共卫生学院等受尊敬的组织。。

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American Diabetes Association teams up with Women Advancing Nutrition Dietetics and Agriculture to fight diabetes in Washington, DC with Project Power.

美国糖尿病协会与妇女一起推进营养营养学和农业，以项目力量在华盛顿特区抗击糖尿病。

The Collaboration for Equitable Health, backed by a substantial $25 million investment over four years, has a clear mission: to enhance health outcomes within marginalized communities, including Black, Hispanic/Latino, Asian American, and Native American populations. The program is set to launch in 11 cities across the United States, including Albuquerque, Atlanta, Charlotte, Chicago, Denver, Detroit, Memphis, Philadelphia, San Antonio, St.

公平健康合作在四年内获得2500万美元的大量投资支持，其明确使命是：加强边缘化社区的健康结果，包括黑人，西班牙裔/拉丁裔，亚裔美国人和美洲原住民。该计划将在美国11个城市启动，包括阿尔伯克基，亚特兰大，夏洛特，芝加哥，丹佛，底特律，孟菲斯，费城，圣安东尼奥，圣安东尼奥。

Louis, and Washington, D.C..

路易斯和华盛顿特区。。

This initiative addresses leading causes of mortality in these communities, which include heart disease, cancer, stroke, and diabetes. Additionally, the program aims to tackle maternal health, mental well-being, and nutrition.

这一举措解决了这些社区死亡的主要原因，包括心脏病，癌症，中风和糖尿病。此外，该计划旨在解决孕产妇健康，心理健康和营养问题。

Tambra Raye Stevenson, MPH, MA, Founder and CEO of WANDA, stressed the urgency of the situation, stating, 'Diabetes is plaguing our D.C. communities, especially Ward 5, 7, and 8, at an alarming rate. The first step to improve health outcomes is to provide community resources and ensure that members of these communities have adequate access to these resources and care.'Led by an ADA lifestyle coach, the program launches on Saturday, September 30th, at 4:30 pm until December at the Giant Food's Congress Heights Wellness Center, located at 1535 Alabama Avenue SE Washington, DC and with a virtual option.

WANDA的创始人兼首席执行官MPH的Tambra Raye Stevenson强调了这种情况的紧迫性，他说：“糖尿病正在以惊人的速度困扰我们的DC社区，特别是5号，7号和8号病房。改善健康结果的第一步是提供社区资源，并确保这些社区的成员能够充分获得这些资源和护理在ADA生活方式教练的领导下，该计划于9月30日星期六下午4:30至12月在位于华盛顿特区阿拉巴马大道1535号的巨型食品大会高地健康中心启动，并提供虚拟选项。

The public can register for free at bit.ly/projectpowerwanda.The initiative will focus on key areas, including education and capacity building for health systems, partners, and patients. It will work towards enhancing access to health screenings and preventive care while advocating for policies that ensure equitable opportunities and resources through collaboration with state and local leaders.Franciel Ikeji, MS, RDN, WANDA's Nutrition Advisor, expressed their commitment, saying, 'As a vital part of this community, we are honored to help members of our community.

公众可以在bit.ly/projectpowerwanda免费注册。该计划将重点关注关键领域，包括卫生系统，合作伙伴和患者的教育和能力建设。它将致力于加强获得健康检查和预防保健的机会，同时倡导通过与州和地方领导人合作确保公平机会和资源的政策。WANDA的营养顾问Franciel Ikeji女士，RDN表示了他们的承诺，并说：“作为这个社区的重要组成部分，我们很荣幸能够帮助我们社区的成员。

The time is now for members of our community to educate themselves and their families about diabetes, so that everyone is equipped to live longer and healthier lives.'Community members will receive free training, educational materials, and guidance to address diabetes. They will also have access to health screenings and quality preventive healthcare and treatment.

现在是时候让我们社区的成员对自己和家人进行糖尿病教育，让每个人都有能力过上更长更健康的生活。”社区成员将接受免费培训，教育材料和指导，以解决糖尿病问题。他们还将获得健康检查和优质预防保健和治疗。

Furthermore, they will be part of a collective effort advocating for change to achieve health equity for all.About WANDAWomen Advancing Nutrition Dietetics and Agriculture (WANDA) is a leading nonprofit based in Washington, D.C., founded in 2016. We empow.

此外，它们将成为倡导改变以实现所有人健康公平的集体努力的一部分。关于WANDAWomen推进营养营养学和农业（WANDA）是总部设在华盛顿特区的领先非营利性企业，成立于2016年。我们empow。