About Us
SHEETS, Inc., is a grassroots 501(c)(3) nonprofit faith and community-based organization utilizing the Social Determinants of Health to assist individuals and families in the attainment of a better quality of life through education, training, and advocacy, by working collaboratively with community stakeholders.
Mission Statement
To serve vulnerable populations by providing life-sustaining information that reduces the escalation of disparities, especially around health, housing, employment, and education.
Vision Statement
To help reduce the incidence and prevalence rate for participants that have been disproportionately affected by health disparities and inequities, focusing on diversity, equity, and inclusion, by engaging and collaborating with diverse partners using evidence-based tools that promote healthier outcomes.
Focus Areas/Populations
Tobacco Control
Mental Health/Suicide Prevention
Physical Wellness
Nutritional Wellness
Workforce Readiness/Development
Health Equity
Health Disparities
Financial Wellness
Health Literacy
Substance Misuse
Human Trafficking
Populations: Military/Veterans, Senior Citizens
Community Involvement
MS Tobacco Free Coalition – Hinds County
African American Tobacco Leadership Council (AATCLC)
MSDMH Suicide Prevention Workgroup
MSDMH 988 Coalition
MS VA/SAMHSA Governor’s Challenge to Prevent Suicide
JSU-RCMI Centers for Health Disparities Advisory Board
Jackson Community Health Advisory Board (CHAN)
MS Economic Council – Ascent to 55% Advisory Board
About the Founder and CEO
Dr. Mangle L. Shanks, Ph.D., MBA, BS
Dr. Shanks emerged into the public health arena more than 16 years ago. With this new passion she started her mission in public health by obtaining grants to promote prevention and to provide education to help reduce chronic disease within her church and the community. Since that time, she continuously collaborates with local churches, schools, local governmental agencies, community and faith-based organizations to help promote better health outcomes. She is the founder and CEO of Shanks, Health, Housing, Employment, Education & Training Services, (SHEETS, Inc.), a 501(c)(3), non-profit organization.
Dr. Shanks is very passionate about public health & wellness. She realizes health is multi-dimensional and that success can only be achieved when the connection is made through education in every aspect of health. To be whole, and to have the ability to serve God in totality and help your fellowman, you must be fit physically, mentally, emotionally, financially and spiritually. Moving forward, her vision in public health is to promote a cultural paradigm shift across all generations, with a focus to improve and increase healthier outcomes, to yield a better quality of life, and promote longevity of life. Her constant reminder of why she does this work is embodied within the following quote - “The First Wealth is Health” Ralph Waldo Emerson
Dr. Shanks is a member of the Greater Bethlehem Temple Church. Presently, she teaches the new converts Sunday School class and volunteers her time to directing the Department of Outreach & Social Services. This department houses the following ministries: Counseling, Substance Abuse, Financial Management, Single Parents, New Mothers, Senior Adults, Fitness for His Glory, Public Health & Wellness, and Military/Veteran Ministry.
Dr. Shanks is a native of Claiborne County, Port Gibson, MS and the member of a five generation family. She has lived in Jackson, MS since attending school at Jackson State University. Her career consists of workforce readiness, employment and training and now public health. After a long journey, on August 1, 2017 she obtained her Ph.D. in Public Health, with a concentration in community health from Walden University.
Skills
Professor of Public Health
Workshop Presenter/Facilitator
Strategic Planner and Project Development & Implementation
Public Speaker and Train the Trainer
Coalition & Capacity Building