CDC DNPAO Program Showcase
Overview:
Under a five-year cooperative agreement with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, our team delivered training and technical assistance to recipients of the Division of Nutrition, Physical Activity, and Obesity’s programs, including the State Physical Activity and Nutrition Program, Racial and Ethnic Approaches to Community Health, and High Obesity Program. Our focus was on community engagement using participatory action approaches, emphasizing co-decision making processes in local systems change work through an equity framework.
Impact:
Our training and technical assistance were highly valued, effectively deepening community engagement strategies. Evaluations showed that our support helped organizations collaborate more effectively with residents and enhance their community engagement efforts.
