Nashville, TN; Richmond, VA — Global Action Platform, a national and international nonprofit dedicated to advancing scalable solutions for food, health, and prosperity, has been awarded a $1 million restricted grant from the Virginia State General Assembly and executed by Virginia Department of Health to advance health literacy and equity in Hampton Roads, Virginia.

The grant is restricted to support Healthier757, an innovative regional initiative that combines digital health education resources, personalized community engagement strategies, and collaboration with local organizations to address health disparities across the region.

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Healthier757: A Vision for Health Equity in Hampton Roads

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Healthier757 aims to enhance health outcomes by increasing health literacy among under-resourced communities in Hampton Roads. Many residents in these areas face significant barriers to accessing preventive health services and essential health information, particularly in low-income neighborhoods. These challenges often result in higher rates of chronic and preventable diseases.

The grant provide free access to vital health information through its game-based and incentive-driven online platform, Rewards for Healthy Living. The platform is powered by EdLogics, a Virginia Beach-based digital health communications and consumer engagement company dedicated to improving health literacy by transforming the way people learn about health.

“Healthier757 is about more than information access,” said Dr. Scott T. Massey, Chairman and CEO, Global Action Platform. “It’s about changing lives by addressing root health disparities in under-resourced communities, making health equity a reality in Hampton Roads."

"We are cultivating community health partnerships and programs, combining regional collaboration with innovative, technology-driven strategies. This grant allows us to support community organizations already assisting challenged neighborhoods by using Rewards for Healthy Living to engage, educate, and empower individuals with the confidence they need to take control of their health and well-being,” noted Dr. Thomas M. Chamberlain, Founder and CEO of EdLogics.

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Healthier757 Goals and Objectives

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The Healthier757 initiative aligns with the goals and objectives of the Virginia Department of Health: .

1. Expanding Access to Health Information and Services
   
    
   • Healthier757 will provide thousands of residents in underserved communities with secure access to a comprehensive digital health platform, tailored to      their needs.
    
   • User licenses will be issued to participants in low-income neighborhoods, ensuring accessible, no-cost resources.
 
2. Strengthening Community Engagement and Partnerships
   
    
   • Healthier757 will partner with community-based organizations (CBOs) and local leaders to co-create culturally relevant content and engagement strategies.
    
   • Stakeholder working groups will facilitate collaborative solutions, enabling trusted community organizations to directly support and guide residents.
 
3. Delivering  Health Education Content
   
    
   • Evidence-based health content on topics such as preventive health, chronic disease management, and wellness will be developed in collaboration with public health experts.
    
   • The digital platform will undergo continuous improvements, enhancing accessibility and the learning experience for all users.

Program Design and Implementation

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The Healthier757 initiative will roll out in phases, beginning with orientation and onboarding for community members and partners, followed by content development, technology enhancements, and ongoing stakeholder collaboration.

Key deliverables include:

• Orientations and Training for community organizations and stakeholders.
• Community-Based Engagement and Support to deepen personal interactions and build trust.
• Health Education Content Development and Delivery to meet the diverse needs of Hampton Roads communities.
• Expanded Platform Access to allow residents comprehensive access to health resources provided through the grant

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Evaluating Impact

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Global Action Platform will measure Healthier757’s success through rigorous evaluation metrics, tracking access, engagement, and health outcomes, including the number of participants registered, platform usage rates,  knowledge improvement, and satisfaction surveys.

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About Global Action Platform

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Global Action Platform, a Virginia-registered nonprofit, is a national and international alliance of universities and businesses advancing scalable, sustainable solutions in food, health, and economic development. Global Action Platform drives impactful change for underserved communities worldwide.

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AboutHealthier757

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Healthier757 is a regional initiative dedicated to improving health literacy by transforming the way people learn about health. Through community-based partnerships and programs, we engage people and connect them to information and resources essential for addressing health disparities and achieving better health outcomes in Hampton Roads, VA.

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