Empowering Immigrant Women for Healthier Communities
Providing accessible health information and resources tailored to the unique challenges of immigrant women
We empower immigrant women to become advocates for their own health and the health of their families, promoting healthier habits and behaviors within their households and communities.
Our Mission
The CoachHER Bridge is an upstart non-profit organization dedicated to improving the health outcomes of women, particularly immigrant women, by bridging gaps in access to vital health information and resources. We believe that by blending mentorship, empowerment, and cultural connection, we can foster healthier individuals and communities.
Who We Serve
Our program is designed for women, with a particular focus on immigrant women in Sacramento. This population often faces overlapping health challenges due to barriers related to race, gender, immigration status, and limited access to culturally appropriate care, which also increases health risks for their children. Additionally, immigrant parents are often less aware of available health and community resources, which can impact their children’s health.
In many immigrant communities, women are primary caregivers, primary health decision-makers, and are responsible for recognizing and responding to family health issues and promoting healthy habits. However, immigrant women in the U.S. often face significant health challenges due to overlapping issues such as gender, race, immigration status, socioeconomic status, and cultural background. Additionally, immigrant parents are often less aware of available health and community resources, which can impact their children’s health.
How It Works
The CoachHER Bridge will utilize a two-pronged approach to reach and support immigrant women
An Online
Resource Hub
We will develop and disseminate health information and resources through an accessible online platform.
Interactive
Workshops
We will host in-person workshops to facilitate direct interaction, learning, and community building.
The Benefits
of Participation
Increased health literacy among immigrant women
Reduced family health disparities and better outcomes
Better Physical Health
for Children
Increase understanding on programs available
Confidence and informed health decision making
Stronger, healthier families and communities of support
Increased Use
of Preventive Care
Contribute to the upward mobility of families
Rooted in Support
We address critical needs by providing accessible health information and resources tailored to the unique challenges faced by immigrant women.
Our program design empowers women to become advocates for their own health and the health of their families, promoting healthier habits and behaviors within their households and communities.
Percent of the total foreign-born population that are women
Percent of immigrant women in the U.S. workforce
Now Seeking
Partnerships!
We have developed a needs assessment survey that will be distributed to our target population through stakeholder organizations to prioritize needs before creating digital materials and workshops. We are actively seeking partnerships with:
- Schools
- Community health centers
- BIPOC- and immigrant-serving nonprofits
- Libraries and community centers
Measuring Success:
The success of the CoachHER Bridge will be measured through a combination of quantitative and qualitative methods, including feedback surveys, sign-in sheets, post-event feedback forms, facilitator observations, and testimonials. 8 Evaluation findings will be shared with funders, partners, and community stakeholders through reports, presentations, and community feedback sessions. 9
Our budget supports both the personnel and operational costs necessary to deliver a high-quality program. This includes:
- Personnel Costs: Digital Content Creator, Workshop Facilitators, Program Coordinator.
- Program & Operational Costs: Workshop Supplies and Materials, Facility Rentals, Event Costs (Equipment Rentals, Food, Labor, Speaker or performer honorariums, Childcare services during the event if needed), Outreach and Translation, Evaluation and Reporting Activities.
- Indirect Cost: Contingency/emergency fund (typically 5–10% of total budget), Volunteer appreciation (gifts, meals, t-shirts),Handouts, brochures, or resource materials.
Your Voice,
Your Health!
As part of this community project, we invite you to take a short online survey to help us better understand what health information and services women, especially immigrant women, need most. Your input is invaluable!
