Development and Early Outcomes of the Watauga Compassionate Community Initiative, North Carolina

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Examines the work of a rural North Carolina community group dedicated to promoting health and resiliency on the local level, by preventing childhood trauma and helping adults who had adverse childhood experiences. Describes their organizing model, including goals of raising awareness, using data to inform actions, and creating context for health families through policies.

Tim Marema, Erin Bouldin

Journal of Appalachian Health, 2(1), 41-46

2020

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Abuse and violence · Appalachia · Children and youth · Community and faith-based initiatives · Public health · Wellness, health promotion, and disease prevention · North Carolina