South Carolina Coalition for Obesity Prevention Efforts (SCCOPE)
Why a partnership?
Due to the magnitude of this health problem, its role in the development of chronic disease, and the associated economic burden, it is essential that it be addressed with a unified front. The citizens of South Carolina must work together to coordinate our messages and strengthen our attack on obesity.
- SCCOPE is comprised of individuals throughout the state representing various public and private agencies and industries.
- Members of SCCOPE have been divided into Work Groups according to setting: schools, worksites, health care settings, business and industry, community and faith based organizations.
- Members will be responsible for developing goals and objectives within the framework of a state plan .
- Partners will also contribute to the mission through identifying resources, decreasing the duplication of services, and developing a systematic linkage for obesity prevention efforts in South Carolina.
Mission
The mission of SCCOPE is to foster statewide coordinated, collaborative, and sustainable efforts leading to the increased capacity for promoting healthy weight, controlling obesity, and decreasing the burden of obesity-related chronic diseases in South Carolina.
Vision
Moving South Carolina towards a healthy weight through healthy lifestyles and healthy communities.
The SCCOPE Advisory Council (AC) serves as the governing body of SCCOPE. The AC is comprised of experts in the field of obesity, nutrition, physical activity, and health care. They provide direction and guidance in obesity prevention efforts to address both short and long-term goals, provide scientific and technological guidance and expertise, and are responsible for assisting in the development of recommendations for programmatic and administrative decision-making.
Timeline
Mid December 2004
Final drafts of strategies and objectives due from the Work Groups.
January – March 2005
Compilation of the strategic framework.
June 2005
Completion of the strategic framework.