On this episode of EquiTEA, Dorothy had the opportunity to speak with Myeshia Bobo, Monique and Sean Cortes of Riverside County’s Behavioral Health and Teen Suicide Awareness Prevention Programs. Please listen as these mental health experts discuss the importance of recognizing the signs of crisis and share valuable resources.  

Resources 

To learn more about the Riverside County Suicide Prevention Coalition please visit: https://www.rivcospc.org  

To learn more about the Know the Signs campaign please visit: https://www.suicideispreventable.org  

If you or someone you know is experiencing crisis, please call any of the following 24/7 free and confidential helplines:  

On this episode of EquiTEA, Dorothy and Greg had the opportunity to chat with Assemblymember Dr. Corey Jackson. Dr. Jackson represents the 60th Assembly District and is the face behind the Anti-Racism and Mental Health Bill Packages. Please listen as Dr. Jackson discusses these packages and other initiatives he has in store in the upcoming year.  

Resources 

To learn more about Assemblymember Dr. Corey Jackson and his initiatives please visit: https://a60.asmdc.org/ 

On this special Hispanic Heritage month episode of EquiTEA, Greg had the opportunity to chat with Luz Gallegos, Executive Director of TODEC Legal Center. TODEC is a grassroots immigration justice organization that services the Perris and Coachella Valley regions of Riverside County. Please listen as Luz shares valuable legal, disaster and COVID resources her organization provides for our immigrant communities and their families. 

Resources 

For more information on TODEC Legal Center please visit: https://www.todec.org  

En este episodio especial del mes de la Herencia Hispana de EquiTEA, Greg tuvo la oportunidad de hablar con Luz Gallegos, Directora Ejecutiva del Centro Legal TODEC. TODEC es una organización de justicia migratoria de base que presta servicios en las regiones de Perris y Coachella Valley en el condado de Riverside. Por favor, escuche mientras Luz comparte valiosos recursos legales, de desastre y COVID que su organización ofrece a nuestras comunidades de inmigrantes y sus familias.

Recursos Para obtener más información sobre el Centro Legal TODEC, visite: https://www.todec.org

On this episode of EquiTEA, we are joined by Black Infant Health (BIH) staff Keiyana Carter and Maya Davis as we take a deep dive into breastfeeding disparities. Please listen as Keiyana and Maya discuss their personal experiences with breastfeeding as well as the services the BIH program provides for breastfeeding mothers and birthing people in Riverside County.  

Resources 

For more information on Riverside County’s Black Infant Health Program please visit: https://www.ruhealth.org/public-health/black-infant-health or call (800) 794-4814. 

https://thousanddays.org/updates/indigenous-milk-medicine-week-nourishing-our-futures/ 

https://www.zippia.com/lactation-consultant-jobs/demographics/ 

On this episode of EquiTEA, Andie had the opportunity to chat with breastfeeding peer counselors Tatiana Jackson and Charita Logan of Sistah Connection. Sistah Connection is breastfeeding support group for African American mothers receiving services through the Women Infant Children (WIC) program in Riverside County. Please listen as Tatiana and Charita discuss the benefits and challenges associated with breastfeeding as well as the services the WIC program provides for breastfeeding mothers and birthing people in Riverside County.  

Resources 

For more information on Riverside County’s Women Infant Children’s (WIC) Program please visit: https://www.ruhealth.org/wic or call (855) 748-4376. 

For more breastfeeding information, resources or assistance please visit: https://www.ruhealth.org/breastfeeding or call the 24/7 Loving Support Breastfeeding Helpline (888) 451-2499. 

On this episode of EquiTEA, Greg sat with Susan Siffermann and Melissa Pudgil of California Children’s Services (CCS). CCS is a statewide program that provides funding for treatment of children with certain physical limitations and chronic health conditions or diseases. CCS also authorizes and pays for specific medical services and equipment provided by CCS-approved specialists. Please listen as Susan and Melissa discuss the unique challenges faced by individuals with disabilities and their families.  

Resources 

For more information on Riverside County’s California Children’s Services Program please visit: https://www.ruhealth.org/public-health/california-children-services or call (951) 358-5401. 

For more information on the So Cal Trykers Chapter of AMBUCS please visit: https://socaltrykers.wixsite.com/ambucs or call (714) 356-4475.  

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On this special mini-sode of EquiTEA, Andie and Dorothy dive into the history of Juneteenth and why it is important to recognize and celebrate this federal holiday.  

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References:  

https://nmaahc.si.edu/explore/stories/historical-legacy-juneteenth#:~:text=Freedom%20finally%20came%20on%20June,newly%20freed%20people%20in%20Texas. 

https://www.history.com/news/what-is-juneteenth 

https://www.smithsonianmag.com/history/juneteenth-our-other-independence-day-16340952/ 

https://www.juneteenth.com/history/ 

https://thehill.com/changing-america/respect/diversity-inclusion/597742-florida-senate-approves-ban-on-lessons-about/ 

https://www.battlefields.org/learn/articles/brief-overview-american-civil-war 

Juneteenth Becomes a Federal Holiday & An Insurrectionist Runs for Office | The Daily Show 

Black-Ish "Juneteenth" 

On this episode of EquiTEA, Andie sat down with founder and CEO of TruEvolution Gabriel Maldonado. TruEvolution is a non-profit, community-based organization that fights for health equity and racial justice to advance the quality of life and human dignity of the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Queer community. This organization provides a wide array of services including housing assistance, behavioral health assistance, HIV care and HIV prevention. Please listen as Gabriel discusses the importance of recognizing and celebrating Pride Month. 

Resources 

For more information about TruEvolution please visit https://truevolution.org  

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References:

https://transequality.org/issues/resources/understanding-drag

On this episode of EquiTEA, Greg and Andie continue their Asian American Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Heritage series with featured guest Lolofi Soakai. Lolofi is Executive Director and Founder of Motivating Action Leadership Opportunity (MALO), a nonprofit that serves Tongan Americans in the Inland Empire through youth mentorship, job readiness, resource literacy and cultural gathering events.  

Resources 

For more information about Motivating Action Leadership Opportunity (MALO) and their events please visit https://www.malotongaie.org  

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