PARTNERSHIP FOR HEALTHY COMMUNITIES
Welcome to the UD Partnership for Healthy Communities
The UD Partnership for Healthy Communities envisions healthy, thriving communities for everyone in Delaware and beyond, focusing on communities that experience health inequities.
We work to advance this vision through effective community partnerships and by strengthening the University’s capacity for community-engaged scholarship.
What is a healthy community?
A healthy community goes beyond quality medical care and is reflected in the social and environmental factors that promote well-being. It is a place where all are free from discrimination and oppression, and there is equitable access to the resources needed for optimal health.
What are the social and environmental factors that promote well-being?
- Civic Engagement
- Arts and Culture
- Public Education
- Healthcare Services
- Recreation & Opportunities to Socialize
- Healthy & Safe Physical Environments
- Employment
- Public Transportation
- Housing
- Community Services
COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT INITIATIVE
The Partnership for Healthy Communities (PHC) is one of several partnerships of the Community Engagement Initiative (CEI).
The Community Engagement Initiative (CEI) was launched in 2015, when the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching designated UD as a community engaged university. CEI is charged with prime responsibility for carrying out the University of Delaware Civic Action Plan, the University’s strategic vision for community engagement.
NEWS & EVENTS
Posters at the Provost’s Symposium
On March 14, 2024 UD’s Epidemiology students and faculty showcased their community-driven public health research at the 5th Annual Provost's Symposium on Engaged Scholarship. Their dedication, passion, and innovation continues to drive impactful change in...
Threats to Public Health Workers
Newly published research resulting from a longitudinal study by primary investigator Jen Horney, founder of UD’s Epidemiology program, shows threats to public health workers during the COVID-19 pandemic nearly doubled after the vaccine was released
Supporting Delaware’s School Nurses
An Innovative partnership between UD’s College of Health Sciences and Delaware school nurses aims to address pediatric health inequities.
We’re now a Healthy People 2030 Champion!
