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Through community partnerships and capacity building, we provide leadership through innovative research that promotes culturally responsive evidence-based practices, informs health policy, and advances the health and well-being of our growing Latinx community.

Dr. Gino Aisenberg Named 2024 Social Work Educator of the Year

Dr. Gino Aisenberg, Associate Professor at the University of Washington School of Social Work and Co-Director of the Latino Center for Health, has been named the 2024 Social Work Educator of the Year by the Washington State Chapter of the National Association of Social Workers (NASW).

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Research

In partnership with community leaders, policymakers, and other stakeholders, the Latino Center for Health conducts innovative, interdisciplinary research addressing current and emerging health issues affecting urban and rural Latinx communities in the state of Washington, regionally, and nationally.

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Community Engagement

The Latino Center for Health was formed in 2014 by Latinx researchers who recognized a need for community-engaged research to solve health issues in the Latinx community in Washington state. Today, LCH continues to build on this foundational approach by creating sustainable relationships.

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Policy & Practice

LCH bridges evidence with policymaking in Washington state to positively impact Latino health and well-being. We do this by translating research to inform policy and practice. We share findings through community partnerships and strategic engagement with policymakers, stakeholders and representatives.

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WA LATINOS AT A GLANCE

POPULATION

13%

Latinx/Hispanic: 970,353
Total WA Pop: 7,535,591

32%

immigrants
[U.S citizen: 9%, Not U.S. citizen: 23%}

HEALTH

38%

of adults report poor mental health status

TOP 5 COUNTIES

  1. Adams 69%
  2. Franklin 56%
  3. Yakima 51%
  4. Grant 43%
  5. Douglas 33%

VS. 16) King County: 10%

LANGUAGE

The language spoken at home is:

STRONG ETHNIC IDENTITY

Latinx people have a strong connection to their culture, history, and values.
This connection is a protective factor in mental health and overall health in the face of multiple stressors and inequities

Recent News

February 14, 2024

Dr. Gino Aisenberg Named 2024 Social Work Educator of the Year

Dr. Gino Aisenberg, Associate Professor at the University of Washington School of Social Work and Co-Director of the Latino Center for Health, has been named the 2024 Social Work Educator of the Year by the Washington State Chapter of the National Association of Social Workers (NASW). Dr. Aisenberg is being recognized for his long-standing contributions...

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January 25, 2024

LCH participates in Latino Legislative Day: Dr.Morales presents on Long COVID

Dr. Leo Morales presented at the Latino Legislative Day on behalf of the LCH, sharing findings from the LCH's Long COVID Study and advocating for legislative measures to improve health outcomes for Latinos in Washington state.

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December 1, 2023

Cobertura de salud para todos en Washington sin importar el estatus migratorio

A partir del 1 de Noviembre, todos los residentes del estado de Washington, independientemente de su estatus migratorio, podrán comprar un seguro médico y dental a través de Washington Healthplanfinder. 

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Although “Latino” is in the official name of LCH and is considered the most familiar term, we recognize that it is limited. We acknowledge that “Latino” is a male-gendered identifier and people in our community choose other forms of identity, including “Latina” and gender-neutral “Latinx” and “Latine.” Our community is not a monolith, and we work to support all chosen identities.