Data Disaggregation: Principles, Promising Practices, and Lessons Learned to Advance Health Equity

In 2023-2024, the Association of Asian Pacific Community Health Organizations (AAPCHO) conducted an environmental scan of racial, ethnic, and language data disaggregation practices at health centers. They sent out a questionnaire and held interviews. Their new report compiles their findings, including promising practices and lessons learned.

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