Mission We bring together and mobilize communities of color to advocate for public policies that advance health equity and improve health outcomes in our communities.
We envision a world in which all communities regardless of their income, sex, race, ethnicity, primary language, LGBTQ+ status, disability or immigration status, have the opportunity to live with optimal physical, behavioral, oral, and overall health and well-being, and to thrive. In this system, all patients are treated with the same level of dignity and respect, allowing everyone to achieve the best possible health outcomes.
We center racial justice, build courageous coalitions and boldly champion policies that will make the biggest difference in the health of communities of color.
We want every person calling California home to have access to quality, affordable and culturally competent health care. By “health” we mean optimal physical, oral and behavioral health. By “quality, affordable and culturally competent,” we mean that our health care system honors all of our lives equally.
Description CPEHN is a statewide health policy organization focused on addressing racial and ethnic health disparities. CPEHN works closely with communities of color across the state to elevate local voices and health issues to state and local policymakers and help communities of color advance policy change and structural reform that creates equitable conditions for their communities.