healthTIDE
The healthTIDE network builds strong place-based partnerships while working to make the healthy choice the easy choice and reduce health disparities so everyone has the opportunity to thrive.
Join others who are passionate about increasing opportunities for physical activity and healthy eating. Together, healthTIDE seeks to create a better, healthier future for all of Wisconsin.
HealthTIDE exists because greater alignment and deeper collective action are needed to create larger change, faster. With a strong networked approach, healthTIDE enhances cohesiveness and connectivity to each other - both of which are critical to achieving its shared vision. Together, healthTIDE envisions a Wisconsin full of healthy, thriving communities.
Examples of this work include:
- More access to public parks and active transportation/commuting options
- Healthier food for kids at school
- Safer places to play and be active
- Community coalitions working together to build health across their communities
healthTIDE is fiscally sponsored by the Center for Community Stewardship with UW-Madison, School of Human Ecology staff and partners from across campus and across the state. healthTIDE is a network guided by a leadership council made up of representatives from state, county and community organizations.
Project opportunities
- Early childhood health and wellness
- Indigenous food sovereignty
- Out of school time/afterschool physical activity and nutrition policy
Ideal student qualifications
HealthTIDE looks for students passionate about systems thinking and supporting community change around food systems and physical activity; and especially those who are media/tech savvy, can perform administrative and outreach tasks, as well as those with an evaluation background.
Why choose a project with healthTIDE?
Wisconsin has many energized community leaders and coalitions that are committed to improving the health of Wisconsin citizens. There are, however, duplications and gaps. As a student working with healthTIDE, there are a multitude of projects you could be involved in.