Insights from NCW Community Dialogues - Environmental Health Disparities Map

Description/Purpose:

Using a dialogue guide grounded in the Vital Conditions for Health and Well-Being framework, participants engaged in small-group conversations about what supports thriving in their communities, the challenges that limit well-being, and the changes needed for future generations to thrive.

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Data Year:

2025

What organization/s collected the data?

Thriving Together NCW and WA DOH-Environmental Health Disparities Map Project

Does this organization also hold the data currently?

Yes

Which Vital Condition or Urgent Service does the data fall within?

• Basic Needs for Health and Safety

• Lifelong Learning

• Humane Housing

• Meaningful Work and Wealth

• Reliable Transportation

• Thriving Natural World

• Belonging and Civic Muscle

Is aggregate or summary data available publicly?

Yes

What was the collection method(s) (paper/online/ telephone survey, interview, focus group, observation, record review,…)?

Community dialogues were held in 17 locations throughout NCW with groups ranging from 5 to over 70 participants. Each dialogue used the Thriving Together NCW Dialogue Guidebook to facilitate the conversations. Spanish language interpretation was provided as needed either in-person whenever possible, otherwise it was provided via zoom. Quotes and notes were collected by a Thriving Together staff member or trained facilitator.

Were any tools / technology used to collect the data?

Spanish/English Interpretation provided by CAFE staff in-person or via zoom.

Were incentives used to collect the data?

Yes

How often is this data collected?

One-time (so far, will likely continue collecting data).

Study Type

Data collected on different people/populations at different points in time.

Description of who was included in the dataset:

This dataset includes quotes from a wide variety of NCW residents though there was emphasis on inviting those who are likely most affected by environmental health disparities. Specifically Men, Women, English-speaking, Spanish-speaking, straight, LGBTQI+, Elderly, youth, employed, unemployed, housed, those in unstable housing.

How many unique individuals are included in this dataset?

101-500

Geographic Area(s) covered by the dataset?

Chelan, Douglas, Grant and Okanogan Counties.

What demographics were collected?

None

What races and/or ethnicities were included in the study?

Assumed White, Indigenous and Hispanic/Latinx

What are some limitations of the study's data?

Data quality challenges and having to record Spanish responses through an interpreter.