LETTER FROM THE MAYOR-PRESIDENT
To The Esteemed Citizens of Baton Rouge and East Baton Rouge Parish, As one of 73 local governments to receive part of a $250 million grant through the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Office of Minority Health (OMH), Baton Rouge has taken significant steps toward enhancing equitable community responses to COVID- 19 and improving health literacy among racial and ethnic minority groups and vulnerable communities in East Baton Rouge Parish. The achievements of BRAHL are a testament to the strong partnerships we’ve established with community-based organizations and academic institutions. Collaborating with the Southern University Law Center, Southern University System, and Baton Rouge Community College (BRCC) has been pivotal in implementing best practices to reduce health disparities and improve health literacy in our underserved populations. Aligned with the Biden-Harris Administration’s National Strategy for the COVID-19 Response and Pandemic Preparedness, BRAHL has focused on monthly training sessions that connect with our most vulnerable residents. We have empowered community-based organizations to lead health literacy programs, reaching those at the greatest risk for health disparities and low health literacy. Additionally, students from the Southern University Law Center (SULC) have played an active role in our outreach efforts, bringing essential information directly to the community. This hands-on approach has ensured that our messages are clear and culturally relevant. Leveraging social media, local media outlets, including our city-parish’s own Metro 21, and regional radio stations, has also been vital in expanding our reach and keeping our community well-informed. BRAHL’s success underlines the power of collaboration. The partnerships we’ve nurtured have enabled us to create effective health literacy plans that are making a real difference. As we continue to move forward, we remain committed to leveraging local data, reaching those at the highest risk for health disparities, and creating a lasting framework for health literacy. I want to express my deepest gratitude to HHS, our community partners, and the residents of East Baton Rouge Parish. Together, we are building a stronger, healthier future. Thank you for your ongoing support. The pages that follow are to enlighten you regarding the BRAHL grant’s progress through partnerships that have helped the city to accomplish its mission. Warm Regards, Thank you for your ongoing support. The pages that follow are to enlighten you regarding the BRAHL grant’s progress through partnerships that have helped the city to accomplish its mission. Warm Regards, Aligned with the Biden-Harris Administration's National Strategy for the COVID-19 Response and Pandemic Preparedness, BRAHL has focused on monthly training sessions that connect with our most vulnerable residents. We have empowered community-based organizations to lead health literacy programs, reaching those at the greatest risk for health disparities and low health literacy. Additionally, students from the Southern University Law Center (SULC) have played an active role in our outreach efforts, bringing essential information directly to the community. This hands- on approach has ensured that our messages are clear and culturally relevant. Leveraging social media, local media outlets, including our city- parish’s own Metro 21, and regional radio stations, has also been vital in expanding our reach and keeping our community well-informed. BRAHL's success underlines the power of collaboration. The partnerships we've nurtured have enabled us to create effective health literacy plans that are making a real difference. As we continue to move forward, we remain committed to leveraging local data, reaching those at the highest risk for health disparities, and creating a lasting framework for health literacy. I want to express my deepest gratitude to HHS, our community partners, and the residents of East Baton Rouge Parish. Together, we are building a stronger, healthier future. Office of the Mayor-President S HARON W ESTON B ROOME Mayor-President City of Baton Rouge Parish of East Baton Rouge 222 St. Louis Street Post Office Box 1471 Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70821 225 389-3100 Fax 225 389-5203 To The Esteemed Citizens of Baton Rouge and East Baton Rouge Parish, As one of 73 local governments to receive part of a $250 million grant through the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Office of Minority Health (OMH), Baton Rouge has taken significant steps toward enhancing equitable community responses to COVID- 19 and improving health literacy among racial and ethnic minority groups and vulnerable communities in East Baton Rouge Parish. The achievements of BRAHL are a testament to the strong partnerships we've established with community-based organizations and academic institutions. Collaborating with the Southern University Law Center, Southern University System, and Baton Rouge Community College (BRCC) has been pivotal in implementing best practices to reduce health disparities and improve health literacy in our underserved populations.
Sharon Weston Broome Mayor-President Sharon Weston Broome Mayor-President
BRAHL ANNUAL REPORT 2024 3
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