Technical Assistance for Equity-Informed Infection Prevention

Six local health departments needed support to implement equity-informed approaches to infection prevention and control (IPC) in healthcare facilities.

What We Did

• Provided 6 months of comprehensive technical assistance 

• Facilitated 5 Community of Practice calls with themed learning and accountability buddy pairings

• Conducted 18 one-on-one coaching calls 

• Provided 30+ hours of targeted technical assistance tailored to individual needs

• Created 12 new resources, including prioritization tools, partnership roadmaps, and reporting templates

• Supported the development of 6 communication products with templates and review

Results

• All 6 health departments successfully implemented equity-informed IPC approaches tailored to their local contexts

• Departments shifted from reactive crisis-only communication to ongoing healthcare facility partnerships

• Health departments developed innovative solutions, including equity scoring systems, comprehensive data frameworks, and rural-appropriate toolkits

• Established sustainable foundations enabling departments to continue equity-focused work beyond the grant period

• 77 virtual community interactions fostered peer learning and collaboration