Knowledge Center
JHCIH has become a leader in health communications materials by working the intersection of world class research and grassroots work with Indigenous communities. Our subject experts inform evidence-based communications materials in multimedia formats, driven by the needs identified by Indigenous community members.
Our process
Over the course of the COVID-19 pandemic, we worked with a Tribal Advisory Board (TAB) made up of community representatives from across the U.S. representing 12 different tribes and 10 organizations. The TAB directed us towards the most urgent needs and vetted materials before finalizing. Through a joint effort to distribute through the TAB network and Center social media channels, we support communities nation-wide (see “Reach” for details).
Reach
Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, our Health Resource Library and social media channels have become a trusted source of information. Our social media pages have reached over 1.3 million users. Our network of partners across Indian Country includes IHS facilities and tribal health programs which share resources both online and in print.
COVID Booster Available Ages 5 and Up
Social media toolkit with 3 illustrations encouraging adolescent COVID booster vaccine.
Focus area(s):
Infectious Disease Prevention
COVID-19 and Long-Term Physical Health: Social Media Toolkit
Social media message and image detailing possible long-term symptoms of COVID-19 and encouraging vaccination.
Focus area(s):
Chronic Disease Prevention
Infectious Disease Prevention
COVID-19 and Long-Term Physical Health
Focus area(s):
Chronic Disease Prevention
Infectious Disease Prevention
Mask to Prevent COVID-19
Social media toolkit reminds people to wear a mask and keep track of case levels in your area to keep yourself and your …
Focus area(s):
Chronic Disease Prevention
Infectious Disease Prevention
Big Auntie Energy
Humorous social media toolkit for Oklahoma Native Aunties. Tell your loved ones to text Native Test to 55251 to order a …
Focus area(s):
Sexual & Reproductive Health
That Awkward Moment
Native Text social media campaign for Oklahoma Natives about sexual health. STI self-test kits can be delivered confiden…
Focus area(s):
Sexual & Reproductive Health
Grandmother Water Protects Me
As we start to heal from the last few years, we turn to our ancestors and their teachings to guide us. We remember the p…
Focus area(s):
Cultural Knowledge
Enabling Equitable Access to COVID-19 Vaccines for Indigenous Communities (Part 2)
Focus area(s):
Infectious Disease Prevention
Continue Testing Toolkit
Social media toolkit to encourage COVID-19 testing.
Focus area(s):
Chronic Disease Prevention
Infectious Disease Prevention
Preparing for the Next Pandemic: Native America Calling interview with Dr. Anthony Fauci
It’s hard for tribes and individuals to think about future crises while dealing with the current one. But tribal publi…
