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The
Greater New York metropolitan area boasts one of the most
diverse populations in the world. New Yorkers-from six continents-typify
the concept of a United Nations with its growth directly due
to the continuous waves of immigrants dating back to those
who passed through Ellis Island. New York City alone has a
population of about 8 million, and about 40 percent of them
are foreign born, representing at least 120 languages.*
Out of a total population of 13 million in the
New York metropolitan area (the New York Organ Donor Network's
service area), according to the 2000 U.S. Census:
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2.6 million (or 20%) are of
Black or African-American descent |
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Hispanics/Latinos constitute
2.7 million (or 21%), of which 241,637 are of Mexican
descent, 940,615 Puerto Rican, 56,064 Cuban, and 1.4 million
categorized as "Other Hispanics/Latinos." |
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980,026 (or 8%) are of Asian
descent |
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53,140 (or 0.4%) are American
Indians/Alaskan |
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1.3 (or 10%) million are categorized
as "Others." |
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519,925 (or 4%) are categorized
as being of two or more races. |
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| The staff
of the New York Organ Donor Network reflects our region's rich
multicultural composition. Based on our multi-ethnic environment,
training and experiences, we consistently seek to educate our
diverse external audiences in New York about organ and tissue
donation with sensitivity and respect. For example, we: |
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Respond to questions about
donation that are especially connected to particular racial
or ethnic groups |
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Endeavor to dispel myths
and misconceptions that emanate from different multicultural
communities and religions. |
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Supply facts about organ and
tissue donation in relation to different racial, ethnic
and religious groups. |
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Infuse and promote the value
of diversity and respect in all areas of our services. |
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| The Donor
Network has introduced, or been involved with, various programs
that provide information about organ donation for a number of
diverse audiences. These initiatives include: |
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"Dar
Vida: Una Decision Consciente"
"Dar Vida: Una Decisión Consciente" (Give
Life: An Informed Decision) is the New York Organ
Donor Network's Latino Community Outreach and Education
Program.
The Dar Vida Latino Community Outreach and Education
Program was initiated to promote awareness and understanding
about organ and tissue donation and transplantation
among people of Spanish-speaking decent. It is intended
to result in an informed decision about the generous
gift of donation within the family before the death
of a loved one occurs.
Dar Vida aims to reach people of Spanish-speaking descent
from Puerto Rico, the Dominican Republic, Cuba, Mexico,
Spain, Central and South America, and others living
in New York.
The Dar Vida initiative also calls to action Latinos
on the organ donor waiting
list, organ and tissue transplant recipients,
donor families, community leaders, civic groups, professional
associations, clergy, celebrities, and others. The goal
is to engage partnerships that provide opportunities
to deliver messages of hope to encourage dialogue about
donation among and within families.
The campaign also promotes transplantation
as an option. It emphasizes the importance of compliance
with medication regimens, by placing the emphasis on
wellness and health and its value to the family.
For more information, contact Miriam Perez at the Donor
Network's Communications Department. Phone 212-870-2240,
or e-mail them at mperez@nyodn.org
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The National
launch of the Coalition on Donation's first-ever Hispanic
Advertising Campaign
In 2002, in Manhattan, the New York Organ Donor
Network hosted the launch of the Coalition
on Donation's first-ever national advertising campaign
targeting Spanish-speaking Hispanics. |
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Hispanic
Heritage Month
Each October and November, the New York Organ Donor
Network reaches out to New Yorkers of Hispanic/Latino
heritage with information about organ and tissue donation. |
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Each February, the nation celebrates Black History Month. This is an opportunity to review the role of the black community in the life-saving acts of donation and transplantation.
It is also a good time to encourage enrollment in the New York State Donor Registry. With a sense of caring and pride, African-Americans can make a difference by committing to DONATE LIFE.
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One of the ways the New York Organ Donor Network celebrated Black History Month, was with this display that reflected the role of blacks in the advancement of organ and tissue donation and transplantation. |
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Black History Month 2008 – Press Release
FACT:
Anyone can be a potential donor regardless of age, race, or medical history.
FACT:
If you are sick or injured and admitted to the hospital, the number one priority is to save your life. Organ and tissue donation can only be considered after you are deceased and after your family has been consulted.
FACT:
All major religions support organ and tissue donation and see it as the final act of love and generosity towards others.
FACT:
An open casket funeral is possible for organ and tissue donors. Through the entire donation process, the body is treated with care, respect and dignity.
FACT:
There is no cost to the donor or their family for organ or tissue donation.
FACT:
When you are on the waiting list for an organ, what really counts is the severity of your illness, time spent waiting, blood type, and other important medical information.
FACT:
Despite rumors to the contrary, African-Americans do receive life-saving transplants. During the period January 1, 1988 through January 11, 2008, there were 5,178 transplants involving black patients in the United States.
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Donate Life America (formerly, the Coalition on Donation) launched a national campaign to educate African-Americans about organ donation includes television and print advertising, and brochures. |
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Ethnic Organ
Donor Dolls For Kids
The New York Organ Donor Network commissioned the creation
of two donor demonstration dolls, displaying their vital
organs, as a teaching tool for kids. One of the dolls
is Esche, an African-American doll. The other doll, as
yet unnamed, has different multicultural facial features.
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Currently, the names of approximately 94,000 people in America are on the organ transplant waiting list. Of these, more than 26,000 or 28 percent are black. In comparison, the national census data indicates that blacks only comprise 13 percent of the population.
In the greater New York metropolitan area (served by the New York Organ Donor Network), nearly 7,000 people are awaiting organ transplants. Of these, more than 2,300 or 33 percent are black.
In addition, thousands more need life saving or life improving tissues such as eyes, bone and skin.
Each day, 17 Americans die because of the critical organ shortage. Every 13 minutes another person is added to the list of people nationwide awaiting life-saving transplants.
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Free
Materials About Donation in Different Languages
Free brochures about organ and tissue donation,
and the New York State Organ and Tissue Donor Registry, are
available from the New York Organ Donor Network in English,
and in the following languages: |
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Spanish |
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Chinese |
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French-Creole (Kréole) |
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Russian |
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We also offer a brochure for African-Americans.
To obtain materials, contact our Communications Department at
646-291-4444, e-mail us at communications@nyodn.org
or click on Request
Materials.
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