Shanell Williamson - Community Outreach Worker

08/21/2026

For the past two days, I had the opportunity to attend the Five County Child Development Program Inc. 2026–2027 Parent Fair & Community Round-Up at the Magee and Prentiss locations. Both events were another one-stop shop and a great success! 🎉

I enjoyed connecting with families and providing colorful nutrition mats for parents to take home and use as a fun, interactive way to teach their children about the Five Food Groups. 🍎🥦🥛🌾🍗

Several community vendors were also present, sharing valuable resources and information to support children and families.

Proud to represent Southeast Mississippi Rural Health Initiative, Inc. and continue connecting families with health education and community resources!

08/18/2026

Very informative event! I was glad to provide FREE health screenings to attendees and share valuable health information and resources on behalf of Southeast Mississippi Rural Health Initiative, Inc. (SEMRHI).

Balm in Gilead hosts free health forum at local church to educate folks about lung cancer 👇

08/16/2026

Today, St. James CME Church in Hattiesburg, MS hosted a Sunday Health Forum focused on lung cancer awareness and clinical trial participation in underrepresented communities. 🫁💙

Representatives from The Balm in Gilead, Inc., in partnership with Bristol Myers Squibb, shared valuable information on health equity, disease education, cancer awareness, and the importance of increasing clinical trial participation in Black and underserved communities. Through this partnership, they help bring trusted health education and resources directly into faith-based communities.

I was able to provide health screenings to attendees, while other community vendors shared additional health information and resources.

A great example of faith, health, education, and community coming together to make a difference! 💙

Southeast Mississippi Rural Health Initiative, Inc.

08/13/2026

Five County Child Development Program Inc. 2026–2027 Parent Fair and Community Round-Up for Covington County was a one-stop shop and a great success! 🎉

Parents had the opportunity to engage with staff, complete early registration, and receive helpful information to prepare their children for a successful Head Start school year. Children also received their required Head Start screenings.

I enjoyed connecting with families and providing colorful nutrition mats for parents to take home and use as a fun, interactive way to teach their children about the Five Food Groups. 🍎🥦🥛🌾🍗

Several vendors were also present and shared valuable resources and information with families.
Healthy children + informed parents + strong community partnerships = Stronger Communities! 💙

Southeast Mississippi Rural Health Initiative, Inc.

07/30/2026

🚨🎒 BACK-TO-SCHOOL COMMUNITY GIVEAWAY! ✂️🎒🚨

I was honored to partner with Tyrone's Razor Sharp Barbershop for a day dedicated to giving back to our community and investing in the future of our youth. Together, we helped students start the school year with confidence by providing FREE haircuts and backpacks! 🎒✂️

This event was about so much more than haircuts and backpacks. It was an opportunity to encourage academic success, uplift our children, and remind them that their community believes in them and is committed to their future.

A heartfelt thank you to barbers who volunteered, and supported this event. Your generosity, kindness, and commitment made a meaningful impact.📚🎒✂️💙

Mississippi SHINE Project Southeast Mississippi Rural Health Initiative, Inc.

07/28/2026

Residents showed up for the Covington County‼️ Backpack Giveaway.

07/28/2026

Another successful Back-to-School event! 🎒

The Mississippi SHINE Project partnered with Kuntry Kidz and the City of Collins to host the Covington County‼️ Backpack Giveaway helping students prepare for a successful school year.

The community showed up in a big way! Within the first hour, we distributed backpacks and school supplies to 240 children, ensuring they were equipped and ready for the upcoming school year.

A special thank you to our amazing community partners for helping make this event a success:
• Tiffany Hill, WIC Outreach Coordinator – South Mississippi WIC
• Courtney Jimmerson, Community Marketing Representative II – TrueCare Insurance
• Sarena Met – AllHealth Choice, a Premier Wellness Program

We also extend our sincere appreciation to Mayor Hope Magee Jones and the Covington County Men United for a Cause for grilling hot dogs and providing tremendous support throughout the event.

Southeast Mississippi Rural Health Initiative, Inc.

07/24/2026

The line was long for the Town Of Raleigh Smith County Wide Back To School Drive!!

07/23/2026

🎒The Town of Raleigh’s Smith County-Wide Back-to-School Drive was a huge success!

Today, we had an incredible turnout at the Backpack Giveaway & Resource Fair in Raleigh! It was wonderful to see so many families come together as children prepared for a successful new school year.

A special thank you to Mayor Angela Pickering, the Town of Raleigh staff, and the many Smith County businesses and community partners who helped make this event possible. We also appreciate all of the parents and guardians who brought their children out to participate.

✨ Event Highlights:

* 🎒 240 children received free backpacks and school supplies.
* 🤝 12 community vendors provided valuable resources and information to families.

Thank you to everyone who played a part in making this event a success. Together, we are building healthier, stronger communities—one child and one family at a time.

Mississippi SHINE Project Southeast Mississippi Rural Health Initiative, Inc.

07/18/2026

🎒💙 The Jefferson Davis County‼️ MS SHINE & JDCSD Partners Back-to-School Giveaway & Late Registration was a tremendous success!

Today, families from across Jefferson Davis County came together to receive free backpacks, school supplies, and valuable community resources to help students start the school year prepared and ready to learn. Families also had the opportunity to complete late school registration on-site, making it convenient to check another important task off their back-to-school checklist.

One of the highlights of the event was Sarena Met with AllHealth Choice, who introduced families to a Premier Wellness Program. More than 25 attendees received free tablets equipped with telemedicine services, 24/7 nurse support, and virtual health check-ins, providing greater access to healthcare right from home.

A heartfelt thank you to our incredible community partners for helping make this event possible:

💙 Lottie McLeod with Jefferson Davis County Community Impact Coalition
💙 Shanice Barnes & Georgia Magee – JDCSD Save The Children
💙 Rhonda James – Mississippi Tobacco-Free Coalition
💙 Jayden Duplesis – MS LIFT Resource & Referral, Mississippi State University Extension
💙 Shonda Kelly – Youth Villages

Together, we provided parents and children with health education, wellness resources, mental health awareness and information that will continue to strengthen and support healthier communities.
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Mississippi SHINE Project Southeast Mississippi Rural Health Initiative, Inc. Jeff. Davis County High School