Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Rhode Island (BCBSRI) has launched a new campaign called Rhode Island Voices as part of an effort to improve the health and well-being of Rhode Islanders.
The project aims to make Rhode Islanders feel heard by collecting their stories and opinions on key themes such as food access, affordable housing, education, and job opportunities.
“Now in its 6th year, the RI Life Index has proven to be a valuable and enlightening barometer to better understand – and act upon – the social factors that Rhode Islanders tell us are the most critical to their well-being,” said Carolyn Belisle, BCBSRI vice president of corporate social responsibility. “We hope that Rhode Island Voices will build upon that success by further enhancing how Rhode Islanders can lend their voices to these important issues and help shape the future of public health in their communities.”
Individuals interested in volunteering to participate in the surveys can register at the Rhode Island Voices website . The registration process takes about 5 to 10 minutes. Volunteers will receive up to $25 per year for their participation.
The first round of surveys is now available and residents can access it by clicking here. The surveys will be conducted every few months over the next several years.
For more information on Rhode Island Voices or to volunteer for the panel, please visit rilifeindex.org/rivoices.
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