Supporting the Fight for Vaccine Equity in Southern States
Through Community Catalyst’s Vaccine Equity and Access Program (VEAP), advocates throughout the U.S. and Puerto Rico have been fighting tirelessly to combat lack of vaccine access, dis/misinformation and hesitancy.
Preparing for the End of the Public Health Emergency: Strategies for Effective Community Engagement & Culturally Competent Outreach
The public health emergency (PHE) is currently in place to July 15, 2022, but may be extended for another period of time, giving relief to many like Kayla Montaño who…
Preparación para el Final de la Emergencia de Salud Pública: Estrategias para la Participación Eficaz de la Comunidad y la Difusión Culturalmente Adecuada
La emergencia de salud pública actualmente está vigente hasta el 15 de julio, pero puede extenderse por otro período de tiempo, es un alivio para muchas personas, como Kayla Montaño,…
2021 State Victories for Undocumented Communities’ Access to Health Care
In our latest case studies, we explore how state advocates sought to improve health coverage and access for immigrants in Illinois and Washington State between 2019 and 2021.
Planning for the End of the Public Health Emergency: Massachusetts Invests in Community Outreach
As we individually reflect and reevaluate at the turn of the year, so too must states in regard to their plans for unwinding the COVID-19 public health emergency and corresponding…
The Time is Now to Help Medicaid Enrollees Prepare for the End of the Public Health Emergency
Planning for the end of the public health emergency and what it means for people in their states.
With Eviction Moratorium’s End, Negative Health Outcomes of Rising Evictions Soar
On August 26, 2021, the federal eviction moratorium ended, placing millions of Americans at risk of eviction and the negative health outcomes that have been shown to often follow.
Building an Equitable Future for Children and Families: Key Policy Opportunities to Support Children’s Health and Well-Being
Congress must act now to make ARPA’s forward-minded solutions permanent and substantially decrease racial, social, and economic inequities.
Life After COVID: CMS Guidance Addresses Advocate Concerns About the End of the Public Health Emergency
The official end of the COVID-19 public health emergency (PHE) remains unclear, but some states are already either planning for or taking actions regarding Medicaid enrollment.
Linking Lack of Medicaid Expansion to Increased Medical Debt – An Unsurprising Connection, An Opportunity to Address It
In addition to missing out on the benefits of Medicaid, individuals in states that have not expanded Medicaid also suffer more financially and accrue more debt than their counterparts in…