Reducing Health Disparities in
Mississippi
Our ultimate goal is to eradicate health disparities and attain health equity, guaranteeing that all individuals can reach their highest possible standard of health.
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BLACK MEN'S HEALTH EQUITY CONFERENCE
CALL FOR PRESENTATION PROPOSALS
The Institute for the Advancement of Minority Health invites health researchers, community-based organizations, and advocates to submit presentation proposals for the upcoming Black Men’s Health Equity Conference.
The Black Men’s Health Equity Conference will be held at 9 a.m., Saturday, August 23, 2025, at Jackson State University, Jackson, MS.
This annual conference is a powerful platform that explores critical health issues affecting Black men while developing solutions that promote positive health outcomes and well-being.
The proposal submission deadline is February 25, 2025, please submit your proposal or the QR Code. For details, contact iamh@advancingminorityhealth.org.
For our lives, we fight!
African Americans face high rates of death and illness, so we must help them quit smoking, encourage early cancer screenings, get more people tested for HIV, promote healthier lifestyles, and ensure they have access to quality health care.
Our Programs
IAMH programs are being implemented in the state of Mississippi with the goal of addressing the most pressing health issues currently impacting African Americans. We are leading the effort to make optimal health and well-being a reality for all Black women and girls.
Campaigns and Initiatives
As part of our initiatives, we implement campaigns and programs in conjunction with partner organizations in an effort to spread awareness about pertinent health issues among Black minorities.
Impact Stories
Introduction to IAMH with
Dr. Melvin
We offer community-based strategies to increase awareness and reduce health disparities.
The Institute was established in 2019 to reduce health disparities among disadvantaged and underserved minority populations in the southern region through program development and implementation, training and technical assistance, organizational capacity building, grant writing and evaluation. The areas covered by the Institute include all 82 counties of Mississippi. We offer full portfolio of health resources that provide a wide array of services, to help reduce health disparities within our community. With our expertise and extensive knowledge and skillset, we improve health outcomes for the underserved and disadvantage throughout the State of Mississippi.
IAMH Programs
Here are some of the programs we have designed.
BLACK MEN'S HEALTH
EQUITY CONFERENCE
Join the Black Men's Health Equity Council, a dedicated initiative aimed at tackling and minimizing health inequalities that disproportionately affect Black men.
Maternal and Child Health Programs
Healthy Families, Healthy Homes, Healthy Families, Maternal & Child Health
Substance Abuse Programs
R.O.A.R.
HIV Prevention
DCCHPP, Socio Ecological Approach
Tobacco Control Programs
Reducing Tobacco Inequities
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IAmH FUNDERS
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IAmH Partners
The Institute for the Advancement of Minority Health is committed to working with likeminded organizations and agencies dedicated to improving the health of Mississippians.
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) recognizes The Institute for the Advancement of Minority Health as a Section 501(c)(3) public charity. Our Federal Tax ID Number is 83-4631016. Contributions to The Institute for the Advancement of Minority Health may be eligible for a tax deduction in the U.S.A., please consult your tax advisor for eligibility. No goods or services will be offered or provided in exchange for this contribution.
CONTACT INFORMATION/LOCATIONS
Programs and Services
(769) 572-5263
5258 Cedar Park Drive, Suite I
Jackson, MS 39206
Administration and Business Services
(769) 567-1060
682 Towne Center Blvd., Suite 103
Ridgeland, MS 39157
OPENING TIME
Mon - Fri: 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Sat - Sun: Closed