Multicultural Aids Coalition, Haitian American Public Health Initiative, Somali Development Center, Community Caring Clinic, Prince Hall Grand Lodge, Lila G Frederick Pilot School, Harambee Park Event, Whittier Street Health Center.

During the pandemic, we found that the Somali and Haitian immigrant communities rely heavily on information provided by their peers, friends, family members, radio, and social media in their own language. One obstacle that we face is that we need to break the circle of misinformation that people have. Some members of our community are still hesitant with vaccines and translating the information, workshops will be a great way to disseminate the messages.

We also found out that some members of our community are still hesitant with vaccines and translating the information, workshops will be a great way to disseminate the messages.  With the community we serve, and our positions in the Community, HSNHC is an excellent community organization to uphold the standards this work requires. But when reaching those who have hesitancy, it is important to see the members of our community, easy access, and information that is translated into their own language.

One more obstacle that we face is that we need to break the circle of misinformation that people have. The unvaccinated Somali and Haitian immigrant communities rely on information provided by their own peers. They get information from friends, family members, radio, and social media. This can create hesitation when it comes to the vaccine. Because we understand the influence this information will have on people, we believe that our partnership with HAPHI and SDC will make a difference

Opportunities for Adult Immunization

Create simplified and consistent outreach materials in different language that is neighborhood specific.

Educate the population to eliminate hesitancy and to provide comfort.

Develop innovative strategies to help disseminate the news and information.

Advertising with zip code targeting.

Develop trust and an opportunity to ask questions.

To get the expected results, learn from methods that are successful.

 To ensure that the workplan is adhering to the mission, vision, and values.

Develop a cultural and linguistically appropriate services to improve the quality of services that are provided.