Celebrating the Support of the Blue Cross NC Foundation

UCA WAVES was honored to join the Blue Cross NC Foundation’s all-grantee convening the other week, connecting with inspiring organizations and community leaders working to improve health and well-being across our state.

Our Founding Executive Director, Lily Chen, was grateful for the opportunity to participate in a breakout session on evaluation and exchange ideas with fellow panelists. One highlight was sharing our recently released report, Identifying AAPI Health Priorities in North Carolina, published on September 30 and funded by the Blue Cross NC Foundation.

This research reflects our commitment to understanding the health needs and priorities of Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) communities, with a focus on Chinese and Karen communities in North Carolina. We are grateful for the Foundation’s investment in this work and for the opportunity to share our findings with fellow grantees and community partners.

Addressing complex challenges, from youth mental health and access to care to food security, takes collaboration, creativity, and a shared commitment to the communities we serve. Thank you to the Blue Cross NC Foundation, our program officer Shelia Reich, and all the inspiring leaders working to build healthier, more connected communities.

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