Understanding our community’s health is key to recognizing our strengths and areas where we can improve. To build healthy, connected, and vibrant communities, health departments across Virginia are working with community members, local organizations, and leaders to review health data and set priorities for action.
The National Association of City and County Health Officials (NACCHO) developed a framework called Mobilizing for Action through Planning and Partnerships (MAPP). We call it “MAPP2Health.” MAPP brings together organizations, coalitions, and community members to plan and take action for better health and well-being for everyone. Since 2007, we’ve worked with our partners—Sentara Martha Jefferson Hospital and UVA Health—to complete three MAPP2Health assessments and create plans for improvement.
What was in the 2022 MAPP2Health Process?
In the most recent MAPP2Health in 2022, participants worked together to identify ways to reduce barriers to health equity. The 2022 MAPP2Health included these partners and processes:
- Locality-specific work groups convened subject matter experts to review current strategies, research evidence-based best practices, and recommend a variety of improvements to address each priority.
- Photovoice projects that captured photographic representation of the intersection of health and life from those who historically experience systemic barriers to health.
- Focus on policies and strategies that advanced health equity related to the built environment and healthcare access.
- Publish a 2022 MAPP2Health Report September 1, 2022. Read the 2022 MAPP2Health Report here.
What’s new in 2025 MAPP2Health?
For this MAPP2Health cycle, we are using MAPP2.0 – the most updated framework for the assessment process. We have brought together a group of 16 advisors from organizations and agencies to make up a Steering Committee. We also completed a randomized door-to-door household survey in Nelson County. Now we need your help!
From interviews, to focus groups for community members, to our Stakeholder Survey for organizations, there are several ways for you to get engaged with MAPP2Health.
The 2025 MAPP2Health report will be published in September 2025. Stay tuned to BRHD’s newsletter and social media to get updates of our progress
For questions on the MAPP2Health, please contact CHA/CHIP Program Officer Jen Fleisher >>