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As Always Lexi will be using her own creative experience to ask thoughtful and engaging questions that will definitely help us understand each other a little better.
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Music is a vital part of the Black community. It is the soundtrack to its existence, the beat of its pulse, the rhythm to its soul, the 808 to its heartbreak . . .
[but I digress]
That is why when the news released, this past September, about a new Urban Alternative radio station in Milwaukee, ears perked up. With receiving a $450,000 grant from the Corporation for Public Broadcasting (CPB), the idea of having a station that covers the full spectrum of Black music became a tangible piece of the local media landscape. However, there have been those who question: Is this all hype? Do we need another radio station? Will it serve local Black creatives?
Inquiring minds want to know!
Tarik Moody, Program Director for the new Urban Alternative channel at Radio Milwaukee, chatted with CopyWrite to share a little more insight on how a station like this could be a positive shift in the Black music scene, and not just in Milwaukee.
Retaining the attention of young Black and Brown audiences in the public radio arena has been a struggling task in the last few years. Thus, the CPB has been looking for new formats to engage with that specific demographic. Tarik, with his syndicated program “Rhythm Lab Radio,” and Jordan Lee with his innovative work at 88Nine, began consulting on ways to achieve this in other communities nationally. However, they soon realized this investment in equitable music practices could also be something that Radio Milwaukee could help galvanize, then applying for the grant.
CW: “So we already have Hip-Hop and R&B stations in Milwaukee, why do we need an Urban Alternative one?”
T.M: “We play stuff that they don’t play. We are providing an outlet for those who do not get any love from commercial radio. That is 88Nine proper . . We are taking that to another level with the Urban Alternative channel, on the music side, by taking a lot of artists that you might have heard but you would never hear on commercial stations. That includes championing more and more local R&B and Hip-Hop artists in Milwaukee, other artists that never get on radio but have a huge following, and building support for a variety of artists, like Black artists who play electronic music, and jazz who get no love.”
On the other end, in the same way, 88nine uses its platform to tell stories and amplify the creatives in the community, the new station will use its platform to do the same, focusing on Black creatives in the city.
Images from the /CW vault - activating Black Community at 88nine Radio Milwaukee
Tarik also claimed that adding the Urban Alternative station to the airwaves would give listeners more choices, plus create market-friendly competition that most music heads would welcome.
T.M: “If our station starts to champion certain artists and play them a lot and people start to resonate with that, I am hoping other stations out of competition will be like ‘aye what's going on over here. That’s great for everybody. That’s great for [all] the artist. . . Being an exclusive station that doesn't benefit anybody.”
On a national level, stations that cater directly to Black audiences are limited, including in major markets. Even more so, many of the stations that do feature Black voices are limited by genre and are owned by media conglomerates focussed on the industry machine, not the artist and community. [Source that to CopyWrite Magazine!]
Even with more diverse station options available, how can any radio station compete with the ever-growing digital beast that is now the most popular way to consume music, especially for younger demographics? With interfaces like Tidal, Spotify, and Apple Music, curating your own playlist seems like the norm. With Tarik’s experience as Director of Digital Strategy and Innovation, he knows all too well that ignoring young voices and the digital space is not an option.
T.M: “This project is digital-first. It is a part of its D.NA. I want to make sure that I bring in younger people. My goal is to hopefully find people who want to be in this space who are young, give them a seat at the table to let them grow, and build it beyond what I think. I don’t want [the station] to just be my vision. I want it to be a vision for Milwaukee and the generations to come. It involves bringing in the people and making them a part of the community. That's whether I hire them or we are doing events for them. My goal is to always have my ear to the ground and understand my audience.”
When the station is launched in the summer of 2022, the channel will be accessible not only on 88.9FM from 9 p.m. to 3 a.m. on weekdays and 12 a.m. to 3 a.m. on weekends, but also online, on smart speakers, and through a mobile app, with HD2 and HD3 channels available.
However, even with digital access, an online presence, and more, there is something about radio’s nostalgia and the legacy of the DJ that can not be replaced.
And that’s breaking artists & songs.
T.K: “We want to be that station that does what radio used to do. We want to break artists. It will be a beacon for Milwaukee that other cities are like. I want to listen to this station because they know what's hot. We want to be the go-to station for new artists.”
Before it goes viral on Tik Tok and before it becomes the caption to everyone's Instagram post, somebody has to give it its first public spin… and baaabyyyyyyy it could be right here in our city!
So what might we call this new station on the horizon?
T.K: “We have been working with DeChazier Pykel, an amazing Black designer and graduate of MIAD. He currently works for the Cashmere Agency, which does amazing work. We went through the whole process of probably four to five meetings of talking about names and meanings. And especially about that. We wanted a name that goes beyond just a radio station. Every city has a Blazin’. Every city has a Hot. Every city has a Vibe. We wanted a name that is digital-first, that can transcend media in all different ways. Say we wanted to do fashion, editorial, events or a festival, we wanted a name that is not defined by radio. . .That when someone says it, it could be a lot of things but we all know it's a product of the media platform that is for people like us in the Black community.”
They also shared the process with a diverse group of community stakeholders, who voted on the name and the logo that will be released to the public in February 2022.
[In all transparency, CopyWrite was invited to discuss the possibilities of the new station and vote on its branding assets. We have seen the logo, and its hmmmmm. . . Pretty URBAN steezy.]
CW: “Interestingly, you said it will be a name that ‘transcends radio’, which implies that you're not just stopping at a station. This is bigger than just a radio station. It sounds like it is more a part of a social thread and context of the larger picture.”
T.M: “I have a personal vision. I am still figuring out how to execute it. The home base is Milwaukee, but I think we could be a media platform like Blavity for the midwest that has radio, festivals, events, conferences. . . But I don’t want to lead it forever. I want a young person to take it beyond where I want to. I mean I see a lot of people stay in a position forever. I want to get it to where I think it should be and then I want to find a young person who wants to take it in another direction that I couldn’t even see. I don't want it to be my legacy. I want it to be something that my people can help create and take it further. “
The idea of a media institution where change is welcomed, the Black community is celebrated, the young are heard, and divergent perspectives may culminate seems like an answered prayer. However, the elephant in the room is huge. The Black community is not a monolith, and when it comes to local BLACK music, the factions are split like blue and red bandanas circa the 1980s in South Central LA.
CW: “With inclusivity, there is a lot of talk about the separation in general between the Black local music scene and Black creative scene in Milwaukee. How do you plan on including the voices of those who are absolutely on the periphery of what that is or have been disenfranchised by the radio market and media market when it comes to Black creative making in our city?”
T.K: “That’s a good question. I’m hoping to have those conversations. I am hoping people like [CopyWrite] and other people I have grown to know, that may know these people will give me some input on how we should. I can’t answer that but I know I want to do that. I am hoping to have more of those conversations, formal or informal. I want to figure out how I can help and how [the station] can help. It might be getting their music on the air, it might be hosting events, I don't know what it looks like but I know it's needed. Some leaders think they know everything. I don't know everything.”
He then admitted that there are some scenes in the city, like the Northside music scene, that he has only recently been introduced to. He wants to be informed and is open to bridging those gaps. So if we want this to happen, we must come together as a community and for the lack of a better phrase, “Run it up”.
CW: “How can people stay engaged before the launch? And what should people expect to hear after?
T.M: “The first opportunity to connect with us is when we launch the name. There will be a landing page on the name's website, with a chance to sign up for our email list for future communication and opportunities to connect with us and have conversations with us. This makes sure you are a part of our journey on the way to our launch. Once we launch, expect to hear some things you have never heard before on any radio station in this market and probably in this region when it comes to programming.”
In a climate where our creative scene needs a bit of healing, this Urban Alternative station could be a part of the cure.
Amplify voices.
Listen to your people.
Be a part of the change.
We will definitely be there.
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/Lexi S. Brunson, Editor-in-Chief
Mental health is not a new phenomenon. It has existed as long as humankind has. However, discussing it in the public arena has been taboo for many millennia, and only recently has it become a tenant for social activism [in spaces like academia and social media]. Within the discussion of mental health also lies webs of intersectionality, including ethnicity, gender, education, and socioeconomic status. So the normality of discussing mental health is still very dependent on cultural factors. Mental health issues are common, but is that a global perspective?
Mrinal Gokhale, is a journalist based in Milwaukee, WI, has written a book showcasing specific communities' mental health journey. Titled, Saaya Unveiled: South Asian Mental Health Spotlighted, the book shows the anecdotal perspective of individuals by discussing “Identity, culture, socialization, academia, love, loss, and trauma. . .[unveiling] a part of the shadow (saaya) of mental health in the South Asian diaspora”. Mrinal joined CopyWrite in discussing the book and how it can change the narrative of mental health in her community and beyond.
During the pandemic quarantine, Mrinal took a course on memoir writing where she learned about the art of self-publishing. Inspired by the course she decided she would take on the task of writing a book. After making a list of things she was interested in, she focussed on the mental health subject because of her interest in wellness, the psyche, and the human brain.
CW: “What kind of process did you go through to gather information for the book? How did you determine what things you would cover, who you would talk to and how you would collect that research?”
MG: “I honed in on the ideology of writing about South Asian mental health because when I was a reporter I had covered mental health awareness month-related events that had to do with the stigma concerning mental health in Black and Latinx communities. But I felt that discussions about awareness were lacking in South Asian communities.”
Being of South Asian descent with her parents being from India she felt that she could create a voice for a narrative in that space. She then reached out to several nonprofits that work in the realm of mental health extending the offer for anyone who would be interested in telling their story to reach out. She also offered the ability for individuals to change their names so that the story was not directly linked to them but the impact could be delivered all the same. After several submission calls, informal data collection on demographics, and consent forms signed, several participants were selected.
MG: “From there I just kind of talked to them. I interviewed them and took notes as if I was writing a journalism story and wrote it all from there.”
CW: “What kind of feedback did you receive going through the process with mental health being such a touchy subject?”
MG: “Out of the eleven stories that I wrote about half of them chose to use their real names. I noticed that each person that chose to use their real names had already told their story [before] on other media outlets or are working in the field of psychology or mental health. I noticed that they answered the tough questions a lot more easily than some of the others who wanted to remain anonymous. As I spoke to more people I started to learn the art of approaching a topic like that in a more sensitive manner.”
As a journalist sometimes you are looking for the hard-hitting facts of a story, which is different than discussing someone's human experience. Mrinal learning this new skill has everything to do with her experience as the interviewer and the purpose of her inquiry, meaning to be helpful to the community outside of just being informative.
Within Saaya Unveiled, Mrinal attempts to pull experiences from several sample members of the South Asian demographic. Initially, she planned to interview half females and half males for her sample population however she encountered that more women were willing to tell their stories than anyone else.
CW: “What do you think is the reason behind that gender discrepancy?”
MG: “My guess is that men are more likely to feel insecure talking about things like [this].”
When asked about her personal experience with mental health, especially as she claims an ongoing interest in the subject, Mrinal mentioned being fascinated with the subject since high school. However, she did not have any personal encounters with her own need for mental health care until college.
MG: “That’s another pattern that you will find in the book. Many participants did not seek mental health care until they were grown-ups. In addition to that, what I have observed within my family and the Indian friends and acquaintances that my family has, is that whatever happens in the house stays in the house. . .”
[Ohhhh, that sounds like a line we know all too well in the Black household]
MG: “I think the Indian community likes to gossip a lot. I think that is the reason that stops many families from seeking professional help for their kids and loved ones. They struggle with the idea of what will other people think or say.”
She also noticed that there are increasing stigmas depending on what type of mental illness someone may have. For example, being schizophrenic or being bipolar carries a heavier weight than anxiety or depression. This also seems like a common thread in other ethnicities where the degree of its mental impact carries the weight of being “crazy” versus just being a little down [which is not a healthy or productive way to look at it].
After researching to write the book Mrinal feels more informed about the variances of the South Asian experience with mental health outside her own. She pointed out that it showed how intersectionality plays a major role in mental health including, care, diagnosis, and support.
MG: “My book takes it a step further by illustrating the failure to see mental health as a spectrum that every human is on. In my research, I noticed that it was only when a person reached crisis mode was when a family was supportive of them seeking help. At the same time, I still encountered that some families expected the individual to self-correct even after a person's life was almost taken due to mental illness.”
After reading the book I had several questions of my own about the barriers to mental health care and stable support systems within certain communities, noting the commonalities between people of color, their cultural practice, religions, and holistic status in the education system. Mrinal agreed that in South Asian culture those connections were not isolated.
Without giving out spoilers I think the most interesting part about Saaya Unveiled is its ability to share how others feel about their perspectives on navigating mental health as a human experience. It was nuanced so that those outside the culture have just enough of a taste of “normality” to compare it to. But not enough to be invasive and criticize what is not for “US” to criticize. Like how do we discuss having mental health care providers who understand you culturally or understand non-western-oriented family structures or lifestyles? I think as communities we must note that we fall short in not understanding that our grievances are human grievances. Our struggles are human struggles. Our change starts with us being willing to have tough conversations, even about ourselves.
Mrinal has shared her book with her family and friends and it has blossomed into conversations that she did not anticipate, but surely welcomes.
MG: “It's almost like it's promoting intergenerational healing in a sense. It's teaching the older generations what the younger generation has to endure when it comes to their mental health.”
Mrinal hopes that audiences, especially of South Asian descent read the book and feel less alone in their journeys.
You can find Saaya Unveiled: South Asian Mental Health Spotlighted on Amazon:
https://www.amazon.com/Saaya-Unveiled-Mental-Health-Spotlighted-ebook/dp/B092Y9132V
Happy Reading,
Lexi S. Brunson, Editor-in-Chief /CW
/CW
As 2021 comes to an end we would like to share perspectives from our Team [Family] at CopyWrite. This year has been a world wind of “Ohhhhhhhh my worrrrrrddddd”, “Aint that ‘bout a b’thch” and “Wont he do it!?!”. So for this years perspective we decided to just let the “21, 21, 21” (in our 21 Savage voice) come and out by each member of the Fam sharing 21 things with YOU, our community. It could be 21 of anything. 21 words, 21 pictures, 21 hashtags, 21 ways they got you messed up, etc. This is what we like to call experimental research. By taking on the “21, 21, 21”, they way you respond and what you shares lets us understand each-other a little better. And in this time and place in humanity. . . isn’t that what we need?
Love & All Things Urban,
/CW Fam
Lexi S. Brunson - /CW Owner & Editor-in-Chief
‘21 Gems - Things We Should Remember
I say deep things. But that’s because I experience the world as if it was always teaching me something. So here are those gems that weigh me down and make me sparkle in all the right ways.
/Lexi
Remorse is not regret. Learn from hardships by taking time to reflect.
Be a student of your craft. But remember it's not "who" did it, it's "how".
Quality is not a prerequisite to success. But you still have to stomach your gains.
"No good deed goes unpunished". So praise yourself.
Most people need some sort of validation. Be mindful of where you receive yours from.
Your intention may not always show in your execution. Don't jump in the ring if you can't take a few hits.
Don't forget to mention the joy. Even the heaviest of circumstances has joy.
Give people grace, even when they forget to give it to themselves.
Sometimes you have to lose it all to gain what was really meant for you.
Codes switching is an art. It's when you change the message that you become a poser.
Everybody can not be a boss. Somebody has to be a worker. You have to know your role and do it well.
Context is everything. Character is the only thing.
Being loyal to a fault is worse than not being loyal at all.
When people tell you who they are, believe them. When they show you who they are, they do not believe what you see.
Don't poke holes in people who pour into you.
Virtual reality can not fix humanity.
Assimilation is not cultural integration. "STILL N*GGA"
Don't lie to yourself. Some things are just funny. Laugh!
That euphoric feeling you get when you're doing something you love; chase that.
Value the human experience. We need each other more than any of us will ever admit.
Slow in the right direction is better than fast in the wrong one.
Carie Mahone - Head Entertainment Journalist
21 Slide Show
Naomi Rea’ - Intern Content Creator
21 Words that describe My 2021 experience
When I get passionate about explaining, describing, or sharing in general, I get very WORDY which is why I chose this way to describe how 2021 was for me. Also with ending the year as a blogger for CW, I thought that this was fitting…
21 Words that describe My 2021 experience:
Team Building
Servitude
Humbling
Foundational
Revealing
Musical
Paced
Friendly
Mature
Obscured
Energetic
Shifting
Compatible
Emotional
Finalized
Preparational
Monumental
Crisis
Faceted
Purposeful
Confrontational
Vato Vergara - /CW Fashion Editor + Creative Director
21 Words to Reflect on the Year
To know who you are, brings the joy of life. Taking what you have and making the world understand. That’s POWER!
/Vato
Imani Ortiz - Specialized Content Journalist
21 things that made a little more sense this year that’ll probably resonate with you as well:
It’s okay to disappear some times. More often than not, we tend to jump to the way *others* will react to us taking time to ourselves when they're not the ones who need the focus. Just disappear and come back later. You’re not missing as much as you think. Everything will still be there when you come back.
It’s about the principal, not always the problem. The problem could be very minuscule but it’s the principal of the situation that matters in the long run. Problems can be solved, principals are non-negotiable. Your principals can solve problems on their own if you have the right ones. It’ll make the decision making process a lot easier. I knew this before but I didn’t realize how many others don’t have any principals and they’re okay with that. How odd.
Nothing will align with what you want until you get your sh*t together. Get your shit together. Nobody likes miserable people. If you can’t figure it out yourself, look into external help—like therapy. I liked it and I turned out fine.
Less talk, More do. You can talk until you’re blue in the face but unless you actually do what you say, you’re just talking.
Reevaluate your circle. You have your BFFs, close friends, regular friends, associates, strangers that you are vaguely familiar with, whoever it is, you know who you spend your time with. At the very least, make sure they are like-minded in a resourceful way. You should be able to profit mentally from everyone in your circle. Knowledge is power. If everyone knows all the same information, why are y’all friends? That relationship isn’t beneficial if it’s not transactional.
All money ain’t good money. That’s self-explanatory.
Odds are if you think it’s off, it’s off. Trust your gut and discernment, my friend.
Never stop learning. The moment you decide to stop learning, you’re deciding to be basic. Don’t be a basic b*tch.
Sometimes the road is less traveled because it f*cking sucks. Do you really wanna do things the hard way for the sake of saying you did things the hard way? Get over yourself.
Only answer the question at hand. By focusing on just the question at hand, It’ll kill the opportunity for oversharing. “Is the sky blue?” “Yes.”
Don’t do anything you don’t want to do for the sake of someone else’s feelings. You know better. If it makes you uncomfortable, comfortably say no.
Nobody cares until you do. So ask yourself, do you really give a f*ck?
Other people are dealing with their own sh*t. Even if it’s personal, don’t take it personal. People tend to project their insecurities and problems onto other people. If you know you’ve done nothing wrong, let it go. People have bad days and so do you.
Most things we care about are ego-driven. Odds are you don’t actually care about whatever “thing” it is but it threatens your ego—so you fake care until you feel avenged. Please stop fake caring for your own good.
If you sleep on yourself, why would people support you? It’s giving… you don’t want *it* bad enough.
Even then, everyone is not going to support you. And that’s okay. Find your audience. Market to them.
Networking is extremely important. Know somebody who knows somebody so you can know that somebody eventually. Patience is key, grass hopper.
Stop working for free. While a favor here and there is fine, stop working for people for free. It took time to know what you know and if people want to know about what YOU know, tax ‘em.
Do not cut corners with anything you care about. Don’t half ass anything you care about, whole ass!
Half full, never half empty. Life is always about perspective. The way you view and value your life dictates your reality. Remain positive and always look at the bright side even if it’s dimmer than usual. The glass is half full, never half empty.
Love yourself or you’ll settle. Read it and weep.
This is no by any means a self-help guide or no sh*t like that. Think of it exactly as what it is… “21 things that made a little more sense to me this year that’ll probably resonate with you as well.”
/Imani for CW
Tanasia Shaw - Journalism Intern
Tanasia’s 21 in 21 words
2021 has taught me more than any other year in my life. To celebrate and remember 2021, I’ll be listing 21 words that encapsulate 2021.
Growth
Faith
Consistency
Struggle
Love
Serendipity
Truth
Patience
Veracious
Humble
Humility
Pressure
Trust
Guidance
Community
Following
Intent
Believing
Integrity
Strength
Urban <3
These words represent this past year, the good and the bad. Throughout the year and going into the next, I’m thankful for the CW/ team CW/. The community and support has opened doors for me(and many others) in 2021.
What a Room it was when thinking back to the faces seen at Company Brewing on Black Fri- I mean ‘Vibeday.’ DJ FreakishNerd kept our favorite musical artists, both mainstream and local of course, in a grand rotation as the space was overtaken by creatives, known and unknown, along with the ‘average joe’. This was very tactful of Miss Mocha; bringing the Artistic Community together as an indirect way of experiencing a bit of that Thanksgiving energy with our peers. Watching the room gradually fill up with so many way makers, innovators, and game changers is something to be thankful for. Now of course when that first hour or 2 goes by, we start feeling good, including the DJ, having had a few shoots himself, we all get to hittin’ that two-step, whether we're still hesitant and keeping near to our seats or are casually making our way to the main floor, but that was not the case for too long. Towards the night’s end, the spirit of Milwaukee’s golden age of fun and youth came out as a circle of models, rappers, CEO’S, dancers, musicians, and entrepreneurs alike were provoked to form a circle at the sight of two creatives engaging into a battle: I’m talkin’ bout hittin’ the stollie and bangin’ like its ‘09! ‘Aye, Aye! Huh, Huh!’ Everyone was shouting and cheering altogether. Personally, what I believe to be the highlight of a night like this.
/Naomi-Re’a for CW
*Info Provided by Black Arts MKE
We all could use a little joy and hope in our lives right now! I encourage you to check out the beloved holiday musical Black Nativity by Black Arts MKE that runs one weekend only – December 9-12, 2021, at the Marcus Center's Wilson Theater at Vogel Hall. This year is a brand-new show, with a new Director, new music, new choreography, and a new cast! More info: www.blackartsmke.org
Besides being a great stage act to indulge in this holiday season, Black Nativity 2021 also showcases talent from some of our favorite creatives including:
Director, Dimonte Henning [From CopyWrite Mag Issue 18, “Glory of the Seat” fashion spread]
Choreographer, Christopher Gilbert [From CopyWrite Mag Issue 6, creative feature]
Stylist, Vato Vergara & Kyndal J [From of /CW fashion department]
When it comes to having a seat at the table there are often force fields that block access to even stepping foot in the room and the idea of scarcity keeps many of us from trying to get through. But the willingness to break bread is the difference between the talkers and the doers. In issue 18 of CopyWrite Magazine we will be serving an undeniable spread of collaboration, innovation, entrepreneurship, community, equity, and many other side dishes that are sure to satisfy.
Interviews with Among The Prime, C&B Creative, Rowan, Eli $tone and Tone Da Man
*Info provided by INPOWER Media
MILWAUKEE – Milwaukee County residents have the opportunity to have their voices heard about the health of our community by participating in an anonymous, online survey running now through September 24, sponsored by Milwaukee area health systems. Information and links to the survey in English and Spanish can be found on healthyMKE.com.
Hosted every three years by the Milwaukee Health Care Partnership, the survey is part of a Community Health Needs Assessment in Milwaukee County. The assessment helps health care providers and public health departments better understand the needs of our communities, establish health priorities, and improve programs and services.
The community health survey is being conducted on behalf of Advocate Aurora Health, Ascension Wisconsin, Children’s Wisconsin, and Froedtert and the Medical College of Wisconsin. Survey participants will be able to learn about how their responses helped shape future health priorities in January, when the health assessment findings will be published and shared broadly with community organizations, civic leaders and the general public.
“Residents’ input is critical to the success of our shared health needs assessment,” says Justin Rivas, Community Health Director with the Milwaukee Health Care Partnership. “The assessment serves as the foundation from which hospitals, community health centers, and local health departments develop their community health improvement strategies, so we need as many voices as possible to help shape the future of health services in our area.”
The ten-minute health survey focuses on issues such as access to health care, tobacco use, alcohol use, diet, physical activity, cancer prevention, heart health, injury prevention, immunizations, children’s health, mental health, and chronic disease. It also includes questions about factors that affect health – including the environment, education, trauma and racism.
Milwaukee Health Commissioner, Kirsten Johnson points out that the survey findings will help inform the health department’s own community health assessment and health improvement plan. “We are grateful to the health systems for including local health departments in the survey deployment. Its focus on health behaviors as well as the social determinants of health, reflects our shared commitment to address the many factors that influence health and health equity.”
“We want every county resident, from every walk of life, to take this survey,” says Milwaukee County Director of the Department of Health and Human Services, Shakita LaGrant-McClain. “It is an opportunity to help us understand what is needed to make Milwaukee a healthier place for all – and the healthiest county in the state. It is vital that all community voices are heard in this important health improvement planning process.”
The community health survey for adults 18 years and older in Milwaukee County is open until September 24th. It contains 43 questions and takes about 10 minutes to complete, with additional questions for households with children. The survey can be found in English and Spanish on healthyMKE.com.
Since 2010, the health system members of the Milwaukee Health Care Partnership - Advocate Aurora Health, Ascension Wisconsin, Children’s Wisconsin, and Froedtert and the Medical College - have shared the funding and design of Community Health Needs Assessments (CHNAs) in six southeastern Wisconsin counties in collaboration with 17 local public health departments. Sharing CHNA costs and execution helps health systems allocate resources wisely, and helps the Milwaukee area hospitals - individually and collectively - establish concrete goals for health education, programs and community investments.
For more information about the health systems’ shared CHNA in Milwaukee County and to find previous assessments, visit www.healthcompassmilwaukee.org.
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About the Milwaukee Health Care Partnership
Established in 2007, the Milwaukee Health Care Partnership is a public/private, managed consortium dedicated to improving health care for low-income, underserved populations in Milwaukee County with the aim of improving health outcomes, advancing health equity and lowering the total cost of care. Its members include Advocate Aurora Health, Ascension Wisconsin, Children’s Wisconsin, Froedtert Health, Medical College of Wisconsin, Gerald L. Ignace Indian Health Center, Outreach Community Health Centers, Milwaukee Health Services, Inc., Sixteenth Street Community Health Centers, Progressive Community Health Centers, Wisconsin Department of Health Services, Milwaukee County Department of Health and Human Services, and the City of Milwaukee Health Department
CopyWrite Magazine, Media & Design LLC is a Milwaukee based organization & company that promotes the ever morphing nature of Urban culture.
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