African American Diabetes Association (AADA) issues Call for Proposals to Combat Crisis at the Hyper-Local Level

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Beltsville, Maryland - November 15, 2025 - The African American Diabetes Association (AADA) today issued an urgent call for proposals to establish hyper-local chapters across the U.S. This initiative seeks to build a resilient, community-driven network to combat the severe, disproportionate impact of diabetes on African Americans.

The data is clear: African Americans are 60% more likely to be diagnosed with diabetes and suffer complication rates up to four times higher than non-Hispanic white adults. Compounding this health crisis are potential threats to the Affordable Care Act (ACA) and Medicaid, which could severely limit access to care.

Anthony Banks, Chair of the Board for AADA said, "We need solutions built on trust, designed by local leaders who understand their community's unique needs."

The AADA will equip local chapters with innovative, proven strategies, including:

The Negro Health Week Organizing Model: Emphasizing grassroots initiatives like community health fairs and culturally relevant educational workshops.

The Strategic Barbershop and Salon Partnership Model (HAIR): Leveraging trusted social hubs to facilitate health education, recruitment, and telehealth access.

Leon Rock, Co-Founder and CEO of the AADA and Cohort 3 Member, The Culture of Health Leadership Institute for Racial Healing, National Collaborative for Health Equity said, " Hyper-local chapter applicants will be encouraged to utilize the Truth, Racial Healing & Transformation (TRHT) Framework: Addressing the root causes of racial inequity in health care."

The AADA invites passionate community leaders to submit proposals outlining their vision for a hyper-local AADA chapter.

Proposal Deadline: February 28, 2025, at 11:59 PM EST.

Submit Proposals and Learn More at: https://www.africanamericandiabetes.org/chapterapplication

Join the movement to take control of the health narrative and ensure diabetes is no longer a silent crisis in our communities.

African American Diabetes Association
10901 Rhode Island Avenue #1724
Beltsville, Maryland 20705
Press Contact: Leon Rock, Co-Founder and CEO
email: localchapter@africanamericandiabetes.org
240-564-9040

The African American Diabetes Association (AADA) is a dynamic, Black-led national non-profit organization founded to be the dedicated voice for Black Americans with or at risk of diabetes. Born from the urgent need for culturally relevant resources and a direct response to the glaring disparities exposed by systemic racism and the COVID-19 pandemic, AADA is committed to eradicating racial inequities in diabetes care.

Inspired by the legacy of Negro Health Week, AADA is now mobilizing a hyper-local chapter network across the country. We equip community leaders with proven, innovative models-from the Strategic Barbershop and Salon Partnership (CUT2MD) to the Truth, Racial Healing & Transformation (TRHT) Framework-to build trust, advocate for local policy change, and deliver tangible health solutions.

Our mission is simple: to transform our communities by providing the education, support, and advocacy needed to manage, prevent, and thrive. We are fighting for health equity, healing, and a future where diabetes no longer dictates the quality of life for Black Americans.

This release was published on openPR.