Public Health Advocacy of the COVID-19 Pandemic

Recent Events:
COVID-19 Vaccine Education Program: 

We held two programs for vaccine education at The House of the Lord Churches in Brooklyn, NY and Berlin, OH.

​Our presentation included background information on COVID-19 and emerging data of disparities affecting minority communities. As the main focus of our program, we addressed the clinical trials, safety, and side effects of the COVID-19 vaccines and discussed any concerns from the congregation. The goal was to help others make an informed decision about vaccination.

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Vaccine Education For Underrepresented High School and College Students
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We presented information on COVID-19 to 100 students, including reports on the efficacy, safety, and potential side effects of the COVID 19 vaccines. Our goal was to provide knowledge to students to help guide them to make an informed decision about the vaccination.

We also wanted to equip students with the knowledge and resources to advocate in their home communities.

We conducted surveys before and after the session. Our survey found that not only did the information change the student's perspective on the vaccine, but students were more likely to advocate for vaccination in their own communities. 

The COVID-19 information session changed my perception of the vaccine

The COVID-19 session helped me decide whether to take the vaccine or not

Based on the information I learned , I have convinced people in my community to get the vaccine

Other Community Outreach 

Celebrating Men's Health Annual Event: Vanderveer Park United Methodist Church Brooklyn, NY

The Black and Latino Men in Medicine assisted at "Celebrating Men's Health", which is free prostate screening for men over the age of 40.