Approach
HEAPC utilizes (5) fundamental approaches to achieve long-term success toward its mission and priorities:
- Implementation of initiatives that synchronize science-based practices with a cultur- ally competent approach.
- Development of long-range strategic plans, which employs best and promising practices while engaging and mobilizing common stakeholders.
- Promotion of public health and educational infrastructure within communities that have demonstrated disparities.
- Development of culturally relevant social marketing/ communication strategies that educate both the public and professionals.
- Advocacy of policies that increase the quality and access to professional health care services and quality education.