The Links, Incorporated established the Health and Human Services facet in response to the chronic health disparities that persist in black communities and result in the decreased life expectancy of African Americans and other people of African ancestry. Community education about health risks is crucial and The Links, Incorporated plays a significant role in providing it.

Since 2015, The Links, Incorporated and the American Cancer Society have worked together to address cancer disparities and drive health equity in all communities touched by cancer. Through the Health Equity Ambassador program, we seek to eradicate inequities and reduce cancer screening disparities through community outreach and education. Ambassadors receive training and ongoing support to effectively provide outreach and education related to breast and colorectal cancer prevention and early detection.

Facet Goal: Provides programming opportunities that respond to the chronic health disparities that persist in black communities and result in the decreased life expectancy of African Americans and other people of African ancestry.