Learning, Education, Awareness and Prevention (LEAP) Initiatives
The LEAP portfolio strengthens health literacy, prevention, and community capacity in rural and emerging communities. We deliver culturally responsive education that helps individuals navigate chronic disease, preventative screenings, mental health, and survivorship. LEAP programs are built with local partners to ensure relevance, accessibility, and trust. By expanding awareness and practical skills, we help communities take charge of their health and wellbeing.
Featured Project
Rural Washington Diabetes Education Initiative
In rural Washington State, LEAP partners with local health districts and community organizations to increase diabetes awareness, prevention, and self-management skills. This initiative provides accessible education on nutrition, screening, chronic disease navigation, and culturally responsive care. Workshops are delivered in community spaces—libraries, senior centers, tribal communities, and immigrant-serving organizations—to reduce barriers to participation. The project strengthens community capacity to manage diabetes and prevent complications through practical, locally informed learning.
Priority: Launch the LEAP Learning, Education, Awareness & Prevention Portfolio
Objectives
- Develop culturally responsive education programs for rural and immigrant communities.
- Increase awareness and uptake of preventative health screenings and vaccinations.
- Strengthen community capacity to navigate cancer, survivorship, and chronic disease.
- Expand mental health literacy and reduce stigma.
Key Activities include local Community-based workshops on topics that support resilience and wellbeing (aging at home, cancer navigation, mental health first aid). Strengthening our partnerships with rural health districts, immigrant-serving organizations, and universities. Development of multilingual materials (English, Spanish, Russian, etc.). • Training local volunteers, interns, and CHWs to deliver high quality and relatable health education.