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Strategic goal #2: GHF as a champion of community-led change

In July, GHF’s Board of Directors and staff launched our new 2022-2026 strategic plan–an ambitious blueprint for our next four years as an organization. Guided by this living document, GHF will deepen our focus on health equity; champion community-led change; build a healthy, resilient organization; and lead advocacy to strengthen Georgia’s public health systems and… MORE >

Strategic Goal #1: GHF as a health equity champion

Last month, GHF’s Board of Directors and staff launched ournew 2022-2026 strategic plan–an ambitious blue print for our next four years as an organization. Guided by this living document, GHF will deepen our focus on health equity; champion community-led change; build a healthy, resilient organization; and lead advocacy to strengthen Georgia’s public health systems and… MORE >

Community Benefit and Economic Stability (CBES) Project

Since 2021,Georgia Watch,Georgians for a Healthy Future (GHF), andSOWEGA Risinghave worked to protect consumers in Southwest Georgia from unaffordable medical bills and debt through theCommunity Benefit and Economic Stability – Georgia (CBES-GA)projectwith support from leading health advocacy organization, Community Catalyst. Southwest Georgia experiences medical debt at a higher rate than the rest of Georgia and… MORE >

The Importance of Health Care for the LGBTQIA+ Community

Treylin Cooley, GHF Health Insurance Navigator During this PRIDE month, GHF is highlighting the importance of ALL people receiving proper health care and specifically highlighting the importance of the LGBTQIA+ community receiving adequate and unbiased care. Equitable access to health care for all is a right, not a privilege, and this right must be protected… MORE >

Income Influences Health: It’s Time for a State Earned Income Tax Credit in Georgia

On March 9, 2022, Georgians for a Healthy Future (GHF) joined the Georgia Budget & Policy Institute for theGeorgia Work Credit virtual rally*. The event helped Georgians learn more about the state Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) and why Georgia needs one. GHF enthusiastically participated because a state EITC can provide real health benefits for… MORE >

Legislative Update: Sine Die

Legislative update: Sine Die The GHF team loves bringing you these weekly legislative updates, and you have told us thatyou enjoy reading them!Our team works hard to deliver this service to you in acomplete and accurate way every week of Georgia’slegislative session.If you rely on these updates to keep you connected to the health happenings… MORE >

Legislative Update: Action alerts, legislation on the move, advocacy events coming up, and more!

Legislative update: Week 12 – Part 2 The GHF team loves bringing you these weekly legislative updates, and you have told us thatyou enjoy reading them!Our team works hard to deliver this service to you in acomplete and accurate way every week of Georgia’slegislative session.If you rely on these updates to keep you connected to… MORE >

Legislative Update: Action alert: Call your Senators about HB 1013, final countdown, legislation on the move, advocacy events coming up, and more!

Legislative update: Week 12 The GHF team loves bringing you these weekly legislative updates, and you have told us thatyou enjoy reading them!Our team works hard to deliver this service to you in acomplete and accurate way every week of Georgia’slegislative session.If you rely on these updates to keep you connected to the health happenings… MORE >

Legislative Update: Action alert: Call your Senators about HB 1355, Crossover Day recap, advocacy events coming up, and more!

Legislative update: Week 10 The GHF team loves bringing you these weekly legislative updates, and you have told us thatyou enjoy reading them!Our team works hard to deliver this service to you in acomplete and accurate way every week of Georgia’slegislative session.If you rely on these updates to keep you connected to the health happenings… MORE >

Legislative Update: House finishes its budget work, plus rural health, primary care, & surprise billing legislation

Legislative update: Week 9 The GHF team loves bringing you these weekly legislative updates, and you have told us thatyou enjoy reading them!Our team works hard to deliver this service to you in acomplete and accurate way every week of Georgia’slegislative session.If you rely on these updates to keep you connected to the health happenings… MORE >
GEAR News

Stripping Medicaid to Fund Tax Breaks? Medicaid Cuts Could Unravel Health Care in Georgia

Medicaid, the federal health insurance program for low-income children and some adults under 65, is essential to the physical and financial health of Georgia families and the state as a whole.  Medicaid covers almost 2 million low-income Georgians (18% of the state’s population), serves as a crucial lifeline for Georgia’s rural hospitals. It also accounted… MORE >

GHF Legislative Update: April 8th, Sine Die!

We’ve made it to the end of the legislative session and through Sine Die (the last day of session). This year’s session ended abruptly with state senators adjourning before House members wrapped up. The Senate’s unexpectedly early departure left many bills in limbo. When Senators left early, they also left behind a number of Senate-passed… MORE >

Why No-Cost Preventive Care is Key to Improving Georgia’s Health & Economy

National Public Health Week is an opportunity to focus on building healthier communities and ensuring that every Georgian has access to essential care, especially in a state where too many still face barriers to basic health services. One of the most powerful ways to improve health, lower costs, and strengthen economic stability is through preventive… MORE >

GHF Legislative Update: April 01

LEGISLATIVE UPDATE: WEEK 11 The 2025 legislative session is in its final stretch, with just a few days left until Sine Die (the last day of the session) on Friday, April 4th. Lawmakers are racing to finalize key bills and the state budget—and there’s still time for you to speak up. Things can move quickly… MORE >

Missed Open Enrollment? A Special Enrollment Period Can Help You Get Covered

Life is full of changes—some planned, some unexpected. Maybe you just got married, moved to a new city, or lost your job. These big life moments can be overwhelming, and worrying about health insurance shouldn’t add to the stress. Each year, Open Enrollment is the time when most Georgians can sign up for health insurance… MORE >

GHF Legislative Update: March 24

LEGISLATIVE UPDATE: WEEK 10 The 2025 legislative session is in its final stretch, with two weeks left until session ends on April 4th. With only a few legislative days left, lawmakers are working quickly to finalize key bills and the state budget. You can view the legislative schedule here.  Ending the Practice of Subminimum Wage in… MORE >

Understanding Georgia’s Medicaid Options for Women: Who Qualifies and How to Get Help

Access to quality health care isn’t just a service—it’s a basic human right and a key part of a healthy society. This Women’s History Month, we recognize the critical role that health care plays in the lives of women, from preventive screenings and prenatal care to treatments for chronic illnesses and mental health support. Having… MORE >

GHF Legislative Update: March 17

LEGISLATIVE UPDATE: WEEK 9 With Crossover Day behind us, the pace at the Capitol is picking up. Lawmakers are moving quickly to debate and vote on bills that survived the deadline, while the budget process moves full speed ahead. Take Action: Advocate for More GHVP Funding! The Georgia Housing Voucher Program (GHVP) was created to help Georgia… MORE >

Georgia’s Health Care Crisis: Why This Podcast is a Must-Listen for Everyone

Health care in Georgia isn’t working for everyone. Georgians are struggling with the current system. People navigate complicated processes, wait weeks for care, and drive hours to see a doctor. These aren’t just statistics; they’re real stories from people who rely on the state’s Medicaid program, Georgia Pathways, to meet their health needs. In an… MORE >

GHF Legislative Update: March 10

LEGISLATIVE UPDATE: WEEK 8 Crossover Day has come and gone, and the final stretch of the 2025 legislative session begins! With just 12 legislative days left before Sine Die on April 4, lawmakers will move quickly to vote on the bills that made it through this key deadline. The legislature will pack the next three… MORE >