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Embassy Suites by Hilton – Olathe
10401 S Ridgeview Road, Olathe, KS 66061
About the Summit
Join us for an exciting and inspiring Summit that brings together Chronic Disease Risk Reduction (CDRR) grantees from across the state, local health coalition members, and public health advocates dedicated to prevention and health promotion.
This year’s Summit features a dynamic keynote from Minou Jones on effective coalition management, followed by an engaging afternoon session on coalition sustainability led by Heather Winkelplek (Wichita State University) and Deanne Armstrong (DCCCA, Inc.).
Participants will gain practical insights, fresh ideas, and renewed energy to strengthen their community health efforts. CDRR grantees are encouraged to attend and to invite their partners and coalition members to join this impactful event.
We will also celebrate the incredible work happening across the state during the Governor’s Council on Wellness Health Champion Awards Ceremony, recognizing individuals and organizations making a meaningful difference in the health of Kansans.
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Minou Jones is the Founder and CEO of Making it Count Community Development Corporation, a Black Woman led 501c3 nonprofit organization whose mission is “to provide meaningful opportunities that count towards making a difference in the overall equity and equality of its community members.” Jones previously served as the CEO of the Black Caucus Foundation of Michigan. Mrs. Jones has more than 20 years of experience in the field of community development and public health. Her organization, MIC, is currently spearheading efforts to reduce tobacco-related disparities in Michigan. She also serves as Chair of the Detroit Wayne Oakland Tobacco Coalition, and is a board member of Tobacco Free Michigan. Mrs. Jones is passionate about helping people of color build healthier communities. She is an internationally certified prevention specialist and alumni of Wayne State and Davenport Universities. In 2023, Mrs. Jones was awarded the Health and Racial Equity Partner award by the National Network of Public Health Institutes.
- Kansas Health Champion Awards Ceremony, recognizing individuals and organizations making a meaningful difference in the health of Kansans.
- Lunch Served
Break
Coalition Sustainability
Break
Closing Remarks
Keynote Speaker - Minou Jones, CPS-M, ICRC
Minou Jones is the Founder and CEO of Making it Count Community Development Corporation, a Black Woman led 501c3 nonprofit organization whose mission is “to provide meaningful opportunities that count towards making a difference in the overall equity and equality of its community members.” Jones previously served as the CEO of the Black Caucus Foundation of Michigan. Mrs. Jones has more than 20 years of experience in the field of community development and public health. Her organization, MIC, is currently spearheading efforts to reduce tobacco-related disparities in Michigan. She also serves as Chair of the Detroit Wayne Oakland Tobacco Coalition, and is a board member of Tobacco Free Michigan. Mrs. Jones is passionate about helping people of color build healthier communities. She is an internationally certified prevention specialist and alumni of Wayne State and Davenport Universities. In 2023, Mrs. Jones was awarded the Health and Racial Equity Partner award by the National Network of Public Health Institutes.
