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Consider how you would impact change in your community. With a gained and in-depth perspective of public health, include an understanding of how to assess and analyze data, understand theoretical concepts, and apply policy and interventions for individual, community, and population level change. Provide thoughtful recommendations for how to develop health strategies that may be used to improve population health outcomes.

Consider the leadership skills and practical skills that may be required to enhance implementation of those strategies since it is important to think strategically and collaboratively when working within the field of public health.

• Chosen African American community in the United States.
• Identified the geographical location, that is, rural, urban, region, or neighborhood, and described the demographics, overall health status, and health statistics of the location.
• Then, identified a health challenge or issue that is greatly affecting or burdening the community.
• Explained and discussed access to healthcare in this location (i.e. community health centers, hospitals, health insurance providers, etc.) and the types of health and social services available as they relate to the health challenge. Presented any other community assets that may help to support prevention or solve the issue.
• Additionally, researched the policies, programs, and strategies currently in place that support the prevention and elimination of the health issue. You may have also found that there are challenges to health improvement due to those same policies, programs, and strategies; be sure to incorporate any such findings into your presentation.
• Identified and discussed the champions for health in the community and expanded on their approaches for success.
• Described innovative approaches towards progress and provided recommendations for advancing public health in the community.