Ai-jen Poo

Blue Shield of California Foundation Advances Strategies to Prevent Domestic Violence, Support Childcare Workers, and Strengthen Community Efforts for Health Equity

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Tuesday, September 22, 2020

"Taken together, these inspiring and impactful grants support our mission to make California the healthiest state and end domestic violence," said Debbie I. Chang, MPH, President & CEO of the Foundation.

Key Points: 
  • "Taken together, these inspiring and impactful grants support our mission to make California the healthiest state and end domestic violence," said Debbie I. Chang, MPH, President & CEO of the Foundation.
  • "We are proud to contribute to collaborations and organizations across California that are addressing critical issues today while building a better tomorrow."
  • The funds include significant investments in domestic violence prevention with $3.74 million dedicated to breaking the cycle of domestic violence.
  • "Caregivers, both professional and unpaid, are the backbone of our health system," said Ai-jen Poo, Director of Caring Across Generations.