Championed federal actions to support healthy and more inclusive communities

In 2020, PI insisted that federal policymakers pursue policies and investments to end racialized segregation from opportunity and significantly strengthen the country’s public health and prevention infrastructure. We: Partnered to successfully secure another funding increase for CDC’s Racial and Ethnic Approaches to Community Health (REACH) program and strengthen language in the Health Equity and Accountability Act to include community-level mental health efforts. Advocated for equitable COVID-19 relief bills, humane immigration reform (as members of the Protecting Immigrant Families coalition), a complete and inclusive census, and safe voting access. Our federal advocacy efforts emphasized community-driven solutions and the leadership of activists and organizers. Amplified the priorities of our advocacy partners, including National League of Cities and Center for Law and Social Policy (CLASP). NOTE: Prevention Institute relies only on unrestricted funds to support our limited grassroots and direct lobbying efforts. Photo credit: Village of Richton Park.