Great Lakes Wire

The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) is inviting local organizations and community members to apply for positions on the Social Determinants of Health (SDOH) Hubs Advisory Council. Now in its second year, this council plays a significant role in Michigan’s Roadmap to Healthy Communities.

As part of the statewide SDOH Strategy, the advisory council guides the implementation of SDOH Hubs' initiatives and develops recommendations to support these efforts. The SDOH Hubs consist of a network of community partners focused on helping Michigan residents access necessary care and support.

The main objective of the Advisory Council is to enhance the impact of SDOH Hubs on community health by providing strategic guidance, performance oversight, and sustainability recommendations. The responsibilities include offering expertise and personal insight to ensure the success of the Hubs, supporting community information exchange implementation, and assessing the performance, impact, and alignment with objectives.

The council's purpose is outlined as follows:

- "Provide strategic guidance to the MDHHS SDOH Hub leadership team, based on expertise and insight within communities, to support goals of new and established SDOH Hub sites."

- "Facilitate stakeholder engagement among partners utilizing professional networks, including health care professionals, community-based organizations/members, policymakers and private industry."

- "Advocate for policies and initiatives that address root causes of health disparities and close disparity gaps."

- "Provide SDOH Hub performance oversight and make recommendations to support long-term scalability and sustainability."

Eligible participants include community foundation members, leaders in racial and health equity fields such as epidemiologists or specialists in public health. Individuals involved in philanthropy or policy are also encouraged to apply.

Applications must be submitted by Friday, January 17. Selected participants will meet virtually starting February 2025 with an expected total commitment of 36 hours through December 2025.