About
The Need
- Hampton Roads is home to 2000 resettled refugees
- Approximately 17 000 of refugees can be found throughout VA
- Social determinants of health, including lingual patterns and history of forced displacement, affect health access and outcomes of this community
Project Description
- Identify and address unique health needs among refugee populations across Hampton Roads and around the world
- Work in clinics and within the community in pursuit of health equity for marginalized populations
Annual Student Activities
- Ongoing statewide mental health research
- Mentorship program with local young adult refugees
- Opportunities for international clinical service and language immersion training
- Health fairs, seminars, and cultural activities
Social
Causes
Human Rights Poverty & Basic Needs Social Justice Emergency & Safety Civic Engagement Community Faith-Based Clinical Services Mental Health Services Nutrition Community Outreach Community Service Diabetes Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion (DE&I) Families Global Marginalized Populations Healthcare Professionals Hispanic Housing Hypertension Policy & Advocacy Primarily French-Speaking Individuals Rural Health Underserved Uninsured & Underinsured Professional Development Research Domestic Violence Gender Immigrants & Refugees Persons with Disabilities Sexual Assault
GivePulse
149 People
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842
Impacts
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1,854 Hours