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Foundation Receives Grant For Reducing Health Disparities And Tackling Structural Racism
Download the press release The Foundation for the Mid South recently announced its receipt of a grant that will expand its work to promote health and well–being in Arkansas, Louisiana, and Mississippi. The Foundation for […]
Cultural Workers Matter
The Mid South is known the world over for its contribution of talent to literature, art, sports and music. And while the region is just beginning to understand how this rich culture can improve its […]
Better Health Through Technology
In the South, distance can be an obstacle. Towns may be miles apart, making it difficult for residents to access information and services. In the Mid South, for example, a lack of adequate healthcare manpower […]
Bridge POD Cast – Healthy Southern Cities Summit
Healthy Southern Cities Summit – Jackson, Mississippi – Podcast – Eposide 1 Municipal leaders taking the lead to improve community health. Click here to play.
19 Mayors from the Mid South Meet to Curb Childhood Obesity
On November 16th and 17th, the Foundation for the Mid South and the National League of Cities (NLC) hosted mayors from 19 cities and towns in Mississippi, Arkansas, and Louisiana at the King Edward Hotel […]
Opportunity For Small Town Mayors To Improve Community Health
Invitation to Small Town Mayors to Join Initiative to Curb Childhood Obesity and Improve Community Health Foundation for the Mid South and the National League of Cities invite the mayors of small communities (with populations […]