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COVID-19 vaccines are now open to all Ohio adults. In fact, supply is so readily available, many clinics are offering walk-in appointments to get the shot.
But racial disparities in COVID vaccinations persist. Less than a quarter of Black Ohioans have gotten a vaccine, according to the Kaiser Family Foundation. That’s compared to nearly 40% of white Ohioans.
Columbus Urban League and New Salem Baptist Church are trying to address that disparity with vaccine clinics this weekend.
Pastor Keith Troy said both access and trusted voices are crucial to addressing the vaccination disparity.
“You have to meet people where they are and also use people that have influence with those folks we’re trying to reach,” he said. “Our theme really has been, ‘If you don’t trust the science, trust a scientist,’ so we have many Black and Brown people who are scientists in our community that have been advocates for this.”
There was a call to the community to gather for prayer Saturday. With the uncertainties and fears that have become a part of life the past year, the Solemn Assembly Team of Lamar County hosted the prayer group, which crossed cultural and denominational lines, at Breakthrough Church.
A bit different than last yearâs gathering, men and women met in one locale in separate rooms with a focus specific for each group. The morning began with breakfast catered by Cheri Maxfield of BougeeFood. Setting the tone for the morning was prayer offered by Pastor Gordon Barnes, pastor of Breakthrough Church. Lela Kelley and Kandace Davidson, of Canaanland Church Of God, then led the group in worship.
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Central Ohio organization helps non-profits fill volunteer voids
Even with volunteering down during the pandemic, Besa helps dozens of non-profits with people to keep vital services running. Author: Clay Gordon Updated: 11:39 PM EST February 14, 2021
COLUMBUS, Ohio Coming close together feels so distanced these days. For those who rely on critical in-person services, the past year has looked and felt different.
One central Ohio organization is helping dozens of non-profits make sure a change in services is not due to a lack of staffing.
Since 2012, Besa coordinates volunteers to fill voids, placing them in the right spots to make sure other organizations, and more importantly those that depend on them, do not see an interruption in service. At any given time, Besa has 30-60 different projects available for volunteers to get involved in, and depending on your comfort level, engagement can be in-person, virtual or individuals, according to its
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