Areas of Focus
Inspiring Health. Advancing Equity. Healing Communities.
Inspiring Health's Collective Advocacy Alliance (IHCAA) advances health equity through education, advocacy, cultural engagement, and collective action—bridging science, culture, and community healing.
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About IHCAA
Who We Are
Inspiring Health's Collective Advocacy Alliance (IHCAA) is a nonprofit public health and community advocacy organization founded in 2024. Emerging from Inspiring Health Integrative Therapy LLC, IHCAA was created to address health disparities through culturally responsive education, advocacy, and community-centered solutions that honor the wisdom and resilience of communities of color.
Our Purpose: IHCAA serves as a trusted partner mobilizing people, knowledge, and resources to advance wellness, self-advocacy, and equitable health outcomes for underserved communities. We believe that health equity is not just a policy goal—it's a fundamental human right that requires collective action, cultural grounding, and systemic transformation.
We work at the intersection of public health science and community wisdom, recognizing that lasting change happens when we center the voices, experiences, and leadership of those most impacted by health inequities. Through integrated programming, strategic partnerships, and advocacy rooted in compassion and justice, we're building pathways to healing that transform communities from the inside out.
Meet Our Team
Tresalynn Morris (President)
Tresalynn Morris, BS CCHW, President and Founder of Inspiring Health's Collective Advocacy Alliance. s a public health leader, advocate, and healer who bridges science and soul. With a background spanning public health, psychology, humanities, music, alternative medicine, healthcare, and research, she brings an integrative lens to health and healing that honors both evidence-based practice and cultural wisdom.
Kelly Debure (Vice President)
Kelly Debure is a Professor of Computer Science at Eckerd College, where she has been an educator and researcher since 1997. She recently designed a Seminar course that includes a community service component for enrolled students. Her seminar students have participated in technology-focused workshops for the past two years at local recreation centers, as well as with Arts4Life and the St. Petersburg Science Festival. She has served as the Principal Investigator (PI) or co-PI on several grants, including three NSF research grants and three student-focused grants. Notable among these are a grant from the Alfred P. Sloan Foundation providing pathways to successful graduate study, a grant from the Clare Boothe Luce Foundation supporting summer research in the physical sciences, and an NSF grant facilitating the success of transfer students in the sciences. She has worked with the Childs Park Neighborhood Association since Fall 2022 to offer adult computer literacy courses at the Childs Park Recreation Center. She has also participated in various health outreach initiatives in the community.
Erica Hall (Director)
Erica Hall, M.S. CED, MBA, ARM, Director of Community Health and Environmental Justice, is a community economic development practitioner and environmental justice leader with expertise in food systems, sustainability, housing equity, and community resilience. She serves as Board Chair and Executive Director of the Florida Food Policy Council, Vice-Chair of the Suncoast Sierra Club, and a member of the FDACS Food Security Advisory Committee. A Senior Fellow of the Environmental Leadership Program, Erica is active nationally and locally in food policy, green building, and community development. Based in St. Petersburg, FL, she advises governments and organizations on food policy, equity, and environmental sustainability.
Shamen Washington (Director)
Shamen Washington is the Director of Health and Fitness Education. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Physical Education and is a NASM-certified personal trainer. After returning to Florida to pursue a professional football career, he discovered a deeper passion for fitness and human performance. Through ArtFitPro, he apply a comprehensive and holistic approach to training that integrates physical conditioning, mental focus, and overall wellness to help clients achieve their highest potential. He joined IHCAA to advance its mission of empowering women and the community through health and strength, recognizing their essential role in building resilient and thriving communities.
Mission, Vision & Values
Our Mission
To inspire personal health empowerment, advance health equity, and improve health outcomes for BIPOC and underserved communities through integrated, holistic, and culturally responsive programming.
Our Vision
Thriving, informed, and empowered communities where health equity is realized through knowledge, self-advocacy, and collective action.
Core Values That Guide Our Work
Equity
We are committed to dismantling barriers and creating fair access to health resources, recognizing that equity requires intentional action to address historical and systemic injustices.
Compassion
We understand that healing requires creating spaces of safety, dignity, and genuine care for every person we serve.
Collaboration
We believe in the power of partnership, working alongside communities, organizations, and stakeholders to co-create solutions that reflect collective wisdom and shared values.
Empowerment
We center community voice and leadership, providing tools, knowledge, and platforms that enable individuals and communities to advocate for themselves and drive meaningful change.
Integrity
We operate with transparency, accountability, and ethical practice, building trust through consistent alignment between our values and our actions.
Innovation
We welcome innovative, culturally sensitive solutions to health challenges honoring traditional wisdom while leveraging new tools and strategies for greater impact.
What We Do
Programs & Services
IHCAA offers comprehensive, culturally responsive programs designed to meet communities where they are and address the multifaceted nature of health and wellness. Our integrated approach recognizes that true health equity requires attention to individual empowerment, systemic advocacy, and cultural healing.
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Health Literacy & Education
Empowering communities with essential knowledge and skills through workshops on navigating healthcare systems, understanding electronic medical records, making sense of insurance options, advocating for yourself as a patient, and building digital health literacy. We break down complex health information into accessible, actionable guidance that puts power in the hands of individuals and families.
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Health & Fitness Education – Wellness Initiatives
Comprehensive wellness programs including Moving into Wellness and Get Fit Stay Strong, offering fitness classes, nutrition education, mindfulness practices, mental health support, and faith-based wellness approaches. These programs honor the whole person—body, mind, and spirit—and create sustainable pathways to physical and emotional wellbeing rooted in community and culture.
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Community Health & Environmental Justice
Strategic public health campaigns, community-based participatory research, listening sessions, and advocacy work in collaboration with Race Forward and other justice-focused partners. We address the social and environmental determinants of health, advocating for policy changes and systemic reforms that create healthier, more equitable communities for all.
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Arts & Civic Engagement – "Healing the Divide"
An innovative storytelling and media campaign using art, interviews, and cultural expression to explore the intersections of health, justice, and collective healing. This program amplifies community voices, honors cultural traditions, and creates spaces for dialogue, reflection, and transformation through creative expression.
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Wellness Coordination
Community-centered wellness events including health screenings, cancer awareness campaigns, chronic disease prevention programs, and annual health observance initiatives. These coordinated efforts bring vital health services directly to communities, removing barriers to access and creating opportunities for early detection, prevention, and ongoing wellness support.
Community Impact
IHCAA is deeply rooted in the Tampa Bay area, reaching communities disproportionately impacted by chronic illness, limited access to quality healthcare, and structural inequities that have persisted for generations. We understand that health disparities don't exist in a vacuum—they are the direct result of systemic barriers including poverty, racism, environmental injustice, and unequal resource distribution.
Our work is grounded in the recognition that communities facing the greatest health challenges also possess tremendous strength, resilience, and wisdom. We partner with residents, local organizations, faith communities, and grassroots leaders to co-create solutions that are culturally relevant, community-driven, and sustainable over the long term.
Our Impact Includes:
Community Health Screenings
Free and accessible health screenings and education reaching hundreds of community members annually
Public Health Campaigns
Wellness campaigns addressing chronic disease prevention, mental health, and health literacy
Strategic Partnerships
Cross-sector partnerships amplifying resources and expanding reach to underserved populations
Justice Advocacy
Policy advocacy and community organizing for health and environmental justice reforms
Partners
Collaborations & Partnerships
IHCAA believes that transformative change happens through collaboration. We work alongside organizations that share our commitment to equity, justice, and community empowerment. Our partnerships span public health institutions, grassroots organizations, advocacy groups, arts collectives, and healthcare systems—each bringing unique strengths and perspectives to our collective work.
These partnerships enable us to leverage resources, expand our reach, amplify community voices, and create comprehensive solutions that address health inequities from multiple angles. Together, we are building a powerful network of change-makers committed to advancing health equity and social justice.
National partnership advancing racial justice policy and community advocacy strategies
HHealthy St. Pete is a division of the St. Petersburg Parks and Recreation Department. Their goal is to build a culture of health in the city St. Petersburg through a collaborative community effort.
Deep community partnership serving one of Tampa Bay's historic neighborhoods.
They energize, mobilize and support Black Women to transform their health and their lives through education, advocacy, support, and powerful partnerships.
Healthcare & Public Health Partners
  • BayCare Health System – Regional healthcare partner providing clinical expertise and resources
  • Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) – Federal public health collaboration and funding support
  • Million Hearts Initiative – National cardiovascular health prevention partnership
  • American Cancer Society – Cancer prevention, screening, and education collaboration
  • Local Wellness, Arts, and Advocacy Organizations – Community-based partnerships creating holistic support systems
We are always seeking new partnerships with organizations that share our vision and values. If you're interested in collaborating with IHCAA to advance health equity and community healing, we'd love to hear from you.
Get Involved
Creating thriving, healthy communities requires all of us. Whether you have time, resources, expertise, or simply a commitment to justice and equity, there's a place for you in the IHCAA community. Every contribution—no matter the size—helps us expand our reach, deepen our impact, and create lasting change.
Your involvement helps us provide free health screenings, deliver culturally responsive education, advocate for policy changes, support community-led initiatives, and create spaces for healing and empowerment. Together, we can transform health systems, dismantle barriers to care, and build communities where everyone has the opportunity to thrive.
Ways to Support IHCAA
Volunteer
Join our team of dedicated volunteers supporting health education workshops, wellness events, community screenings, advocacy campaigns, and administrative operations. We welcome people with diverse skills and backgrounds—from healthcare professionals to community organizers to creative artists.
Partner with IHCAA
Are you part of an organization that shares our commitment to health equity? Let's explore partnership opportunities including program collaboration, resource sharing, joint advocacy efforts, sponsorship, and community co-creation. Together we can amplify our collective impact.
Donate
Your financial support enables us to provide free services, expand programming, reach more communities, and advocate for systemic change. Every dollar invested in IHCAA is an investment in health equity, community empowerment, and collective healing. Make a one-time gift or become a monthly sustainer.
Attend Community Events
Participate in our health screenings, wellness workshops, listening sessions, arts events, and community celebrations. Your presence strengthens our community, creates vital connections, and helps us understand the needs and priorities of the people we serve.
"Together, we can transform health from the inside out, honoring our collective wisdom, reclaiming our power, and creating communities where everyone can thrive."
Join Us in Healing the Divide
Health equity is not just about access to healthcare—it's about justice, dignity, belonging, and the fundamental right of every person to live a full, healthy life. The divide between those who thrive and those who struggle is not natural or inevitable. It is the result of choices, systems, and policies that we have the power to change.
At IHCAA, we believe that healing happens when we center community wisdom, honor cultural traditions, and work together across differences. We believe in the power of education to transform understanding, the power of advocacy to shift systems, and the power of collective action to create lasting change.
The work of healing the divide requires all of us—individuals, families, organizations, institutions, and systems—to commit to a different way forward. It requires us to listen deeply, act courageously, and stay committed to the long journey of transformation. It requires us to believe that another world is possible, and to build it together.
When you support IHCAA, you're investing in community-led solutions that honor culture, empower self-advocacy, and advance health equity. You're standing with communities who have been marginalized and under-resourced, affirming their inherent worth and supporting their leadership. You're joining a movement of healers, advocates, educators, and justice-seekers who refuse to accept the status quo and are building something better.
The invitation is open. The time is now. Join us in this sacred work of healing the divide—one community, one conversation, one act of justice at a time. Together, we will create a future where health equity is not just a dream, but a lived reality for all.
Contact & Connect
Reach Out
We'd love to hear from you. Whether you have questions about our programs, want to explore partnership opportunities, or are ready to get involved, please reach out.
Email: inspiringhealthscaa@gmail.com
Location: Serving Tampa Bay and surrounding communities
Follow Our Journey
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Our Commitment
Transparency & Accountability
IHCAA is committed to operating with integrity, transparency, and accountability to the communities we serve. We welcome questions about our work, our impact, our finances, and our decision-making processes.
We are a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. All donations are tax-deductible to the fullest extent allowed by law.
© 2024 Inspiring Health's Collective Advocacy Alliance (IHCAA). All rights reserved. Together, we heal. Together, we rise.