Michigan Public Health Institute
Recent News About Michigan Public Health Institute
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Advance Peace Initiative reports decline in shootings over two years
MPHI's Advance Peace Initiative has released a 24-month assessment report detailing the program's progress in reducing crime in Lansing.
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Department of Justice funds MPHI's research on community intervention for gun violence reduction
MPHI has received a $1 million investment from the Department of Justice to study the impact of community intervention programs aimed at reducing gun violence.
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Dr. Paul Elam joins Pathways to Equity panel discussion on racial healing
Dr. Paul Elam, Chief Strategy Officer, recently participated as a panelist at the Pathways to Equity: Racial Healing and Social Determinants of Health event.
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MPHI receives grant for gun violence prevention initiative research
MPHI has announced the receipt of a grant from Arnold Ventures to support research into gun violence prevention initiatives, such as MPHI’s Advance Peace Initiative.
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Michigan secures $2.25M grant for youth epilepsy care transition project
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) has received a $2.25 million grant to aid a project focused on transitioning youth with epilepsy into adult healthcare systems.
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Dr. Shondra Marshall to keynote MLK Day event at MSU
Dr. Shondra Marshall, the Director of the Center for Racial and Social Justice, is set to deliver the keynote address at an event hosted by MSU Medical Colleges in observance of Martin Luther King Jr.
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Jana Dean reappointed to Early Childhood Investment Corporation by Governor Whitmer
MPHI Chief Financial Officer Jana Dean has been reappointed to the Early Childhood Investment Corporation (ECIC) by Governor Whitmer.
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National Center publishes study on classifying child maltreatment for infant deaths
The National Center for Fatality Review and Prevention, part of MPHI’s Center for National Prevention Initiatives, has published a study in the journal Pediatrics.
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Michigan task force reports on child welfare progress amid ongoing challenges
The Michigan Child Welfare Improvement Task Force, part of MPHI's Center for Racial and Social Justice, has released a progress report.
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Documentary screening explores opioid crisis impact on Pacific Northwest tribes
In recognition of Native American Heritage Month, the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) and the National Institutes of Health’s Tribal Health Research Office (THRO) will host a documentary screening on November 13 at 1:30 PM ET.
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MPHI employees complete servant leadership certification at Viterbo University
Four employees from the Michigan Public Health Institute's (MPHI) Center for Racial and Social Justice have completed a Servant Leadership Certification course at Viterbo University.
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Lansing sees decline in gun violence linked to local initiatives
Dr. Paul Elam, Chief Strategy Officer, was recently featured in an interview on WILX discussing the reported reductions in gun violence in Lansing and Jackson.
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Shondra Marshall receives distinguished alumni award from Michigan State University's Black Alumni
Dr. Shondra Marshall, the Director of the Center for Racial and Social Justice, has been recognized as a Distinguished Alumni Honoree by the Michigan State University Black Alumni (MSUBA) organization. MSUBA is an affiliate club of the MSU Alumni Association dedicated to supporting current Black students, faculty, and staff at Michigan State University.
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Brianna Foley receives Collaborative Partner of the Year award from MDHHS
Brianna Foley, a Research Assistant at the Center for Precision Public Health, has been honored with the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services' (MDHHS) 2024 Collaborative Partner of the Year award. This accolade is given to individuals who demonstrate exceptional ability in building interagency capacity and partnerships at state or community levels, collaborating effectively with MDHHS and Substance Use, Gambling and Epidemiology (SUGE) to achieve strategic objectives.
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Center for Precision Public Health launched by MPHI
MPHI has announced the establishment of the Center for Precision Public Health (CPPH). This new center will build on the efforts of MPHI’s Center for Strategic Health Partnerships (CSHP) and the Center for Data Management and Translational Research (CDMTR), aligning with their missions to support public health initiatives, research, and education.
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MPHI spotlights Public Health Fellow Tazia Miah
MPHI is spotlighting Tazia Miah, a Public Health Fellow for the Anti-Oppression Leadership Team (AOLT) Executive Committee/AOLT Partnerships Support. Miah joined MPHI through AOLT’s fellowship program, which aims to develop a diverse professional workforce at the Institute. Fellows assist in administrative tasks, support educational and awareness initiatives, and help operationalize Anti-Oppression (AO) goals. Their contributions are reported as crucial in achieving AOLT’s objectives and supporting MPHI’s internal anti-oppression efforts.
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MPHI spotlights Briaunna Hughes, Public Health Fellow
MPHI has spotlighted Briaunna Hughes, a Public Health Fellow for Corporate Communication/Anti-Oppression Leadership Team (AOLT) Partnerships Support. Hughes joined MPHI through AOLT’s fellowship program, which aims to develop a diverse professional workforce at the Institute. Fellows collaborate with AOLT to promote anti-oppression and equity across the institute. Their responsibilities include administrative tasks, supporting educational initiatives, and facilitating the operationalization of Anti-Oppression (AO) goals. The fellows have been recognized as instrumental in...
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Tri-Star donates $5,000 to support MPHI's Advance Peace Initiative
MPHI’s Advance Peace Initiative recently received a donation from the Tri-Star Charitable Foundation. The Tri-Star Charitable Foundation seeks to support community education, arts and culture, social welfare, and community beautification. The organization donated $5,000 to support Advance Peace’s efforts through their Peacemaker Fellowship® program.
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MPHI spotlights Public Health Fellow Lizbeth Blas-Rangel
MPHI is spotlighting Lizbeth Blas-Rangel, Public Health Fellow for the Anti-Oppression Leadership Team (AOLT) Affinity Groups and Action Team Support. Blas-Rangel joined the Institute as part of AOLT’s fellowship program, which aims to develop a diverse professional workforce. Fellows assist in administrative tasks, support educational and awareness initiatives, and facilitate the operationalization of Anti-Oppression (AO) goals.
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Early results indicate success for MPHI's Advance Peace initiative
MPHI’s Advance Peace Initiative was recently featured in an opinion piece in the Lansing State Journal. The op-ed was titled “Viewpoint: Early results show investment in community violence intervention working in Lansing.”