NRI PULSE STAFF REPORT
Clarkston, GA, October 28, 2025: The parking lot at Mosaic Health came alive on Saturday morning as residents from diverse immigrant backgrounds gathered for the Harvesting Health Community Health Fair, a collaborative initiative aimed at promoting wellness and preventive care among under-privileged and uninsured families.
Organized by the Pritam Adhikari Education Foundation America (PAEFA) in partnership with Mosaic Health, the event grew out of PAEFA’s commitment to support underserved refugee and immigrant communities. Founded as a 501(c)(3) non-profit, PAEFA carries the name of Pritam Adhikari and focuses on providing scholarships, educational opportunities, health-and-wellness outreach and support services for newcomers, especially Bhutanese and other refugee populations.
Initially conceived as a Breast Cancer Awareness Program for the month of October, the initiative expanded as several local nonprofits and healthcare organizations came forward to collaborate—transforming it into a full-fledged community health fair.
Throughout the day, PAEFA volunteers provided breast-cancer education, showing attendees how to perform self-breast assessments and emphasizing the importance of regular mammograms. More than 40 uninsured women were registered for free mobile mammogram services via a collaboration with Grady Health.
Other organizations contributed vital health services as well. Walgreens Pharmacy offered free flu and COVID-19 vaccinations, while DeKalb County Board of Health conducted prostate screenings, distributed fresh produce to over 250 families, and delivered health education sessions. Residents from Emory University educated attendees about cervical and kidney health, conducting screenings and consultations throughout the event.
Outreach efforts from the Refugee Women’s Network connected families from Afghan, Syrian, Congolese, Burmese, Nepali and Bhutanese backgrounds with available health and social-support resources.
Beyond medical care, the atmosphere was one of warmth and community spirit. Attendees enjoyed raffle giveaways, children’s crafts and painting activities, coffee and donuts, and had the opportunity to sign up for local assistance programs through the Salvation Army. Volunteers from Clarkston First Baptist Church and PABANI played a key role in coordinating logistics and welcoming guests.
By the end of the day, hundreds had received health screenings and resources—and left with a renewed sense of belonging and hope. It was a vivid reminder that when community partners come together with purpose and compassion, they can make a real difference in the lives of those who often fall outside the system of wellness and care.
