COVID-19 Response and Recovery
COVID-19 has exacerbated stark inequities in the health and economic security of California communities, with particularly alarming disparities in health outcomes for Black, Latinx, and Pacific Islander communities.
During COVID-19, we've secured many victories to protect the health and well-being of equity communities across the Bay Area and beyond. Read more about our engagement and our latest resources.
Our team is available to provide technical assistance.
COVID-19 Response: BARHII Policy Considerations for Health and Economic Equity
This updating document identifies opportunities to provide immediate relief to families and small businesses during the pandemic and bolster longstanding equity and resilience efforts.
BARHII COVID-19 Brief and Recommendations on Public Park Access
This brief outlines the physical and mental health benefits of open space and explores the equity implications of the significant decrease in recreational space across the region.
A Call to Action: BARHII Model Messaging for COVID-19, Housing Instability, and Health
This document features model language detailing how housing stability is essential to protect the health of Bay Area residents during the pandemic.
Mental Health Considerations for Equity
This document provides key recommendations and resources from our April 8, 2020 webinar on mental health needs and resources for vulnerable communities in light of COVID-19.
BARHII COVID-19 Response Addendum: Model Ordinances and Response Efforts
This document provides sample regional and statewide response efforts to COVID-19 that may serve as models for enacting similar ordinances and strategic plans.
Messaging Resources
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COVID-19 BARHII Response: Messaging Resources - The goal of this document is to provide Messaging Recommendations and Support through Resources being produced by our member Local County Health Departments and Community Partners.
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Public Health Alliance of Southern California: COVID-19 Local Health Department Support Guidance for Addressing Discrimination and Racism - This document from the Public Health Alliance of Southern California is a set of rapid response guidelines to be considered for implementation by health departments on addressing discrimination and racism in the current COVID-19 crisis.
Shaping the News
The media has reported on some of our recent victories, including the adoption of eviction moratoria in Contra Costa, Alameda, and Solano counties. We've also assisted partners to craft compelling op-eds and other media materials, including the following:
March 20th General Membership Meeting - Health Equity and Economic Opportunity Responses to COVID-19
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Sasha Feldstein, California Immigrant Policy Center - Economic Security for All Californians During the COVID-19 Crisis
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Pedro Galvao, Non-profit Housing Association of Northern – Non-profit Housing Association of Northern California’s 2020 State Housing Priorities
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Julia Parish, Legal Aid at Work – Equitable Paid Family and Medical Leave
April 17th General Membership Meeting - Eviction Moratoria, Health Equity, Economic Stability, and Impacts on Immigrant Communities During COVID-19
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Emergency Eviction Protections in Contra Costa County - Mariana Moore, Ensuring Opportunity
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Organizing in the Age of Physical Distancing - Eduardo Torres, Tenants Together
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Tenants Together COVID-19 Resource List - Tenants Together has created an updating page dedicated to resources for tenants, organizers, and worker's rights.
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Bay Area Legal Aid COVID-19 Response and Resources - Bay Area Legal Aid's website contains numerous resources for COVID response, including assistance with health, housing, public benefit, and workplace issues.
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Local COVID-19 Eviction Moratoria Tracker - This spreadsheet shows which Bay Area cities and counties have adopted eviction moratoria.
May 15th General Membership Meeting - Reversing Racial Disparities in COVID-19
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Peter Oh, California Department of Public Health - Updates on Statewide COVID-19 Data Among Racial and Ethnic Groups
As we continue to respond to this crisis, it’s important that we’re able to provide you the resources and support you need for your own response. Our team is available to provide technical assistance, including help in gathering information and developing op-eds.