Some of us were rightfully hesitant to get the COVID-19 vaccine early on. Trust had to be earned. Now, it’s clear that getting this vaccine is safe for almost everyone here in Newport. Trusted community voices agree on that.

Many of of our friends, leaders and neighbors have led the the way and received the vaccine. In the videos below they share their reasons for getting vaccinated. Please watch and hear what they have to say.

Let’s Lead the Home Stretch

Let’s lead the way and work together to get everyone in our community vaccinated. A healthy community is a strong community. We can be a force to end COVID-19 and get back to the causes we care about.

What You Can Do

More vaccines are available for more people. Information about walk-in locations and sign-up help are available. Just dial 2-1-1 or call 844-930-1779. Set the example. Tell your friends.

Newport Health Equity Zone — How We Began and Where We Are

Since 2015, the Newport Health Equity Zone has been able to accomplish important community- and societal-level social determinants of health-focused outcomes. Centering on resident voice and using a resident empowerment approach, the HEZ has fostered the following outcomes:

The HEZ has:

developed an active transportation advocacy plan, introduced resident-written Green & Complete Streets Ordinance, and installed 40 signs/ bike and walking trails in the neighborhood through the HEZ Transportation Workgroup;

increased the visibility of equity as a cite-wide priority as evidenced by the Newport Open Space Plan including a section on equity and Newport’s Comprehensive Plan specifically citing the HEZ as a critical partner in the planning and development of Newport;

achieved a long-term outcome of the placement of a resident on each of the following boards and commissions: (1) the Aquidneck Island Planning Commission, (2) the Affirmative Action Commission, and (3) the Bike and Pedestrian Advisory Commission;

provided training and education that addresses root causes of health disparities;

provided racial equity training to over 150 people;

trained 8 Community-based, Certified Community Health Workers that will contribute to RI’s vision of a community-located, culturally responsive healthcare delivery system;

established the North Side Community Farmers Market;

funded 20+ physical activity programs offered by residents, for residents; and

leveraged over 1.5 million dollars to support the HEZ Action Plan.

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Community Baby Shower

Saturday, May 18 2024 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Pell Elementary School ∙ 35 Dexter Street

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