Who We Are
About LCH
"Since 2014, We provide leadership through innovative research that promotes culturally responsive, evidence-based practices — informing health policy and advancing the well-being of our growing Latinx community."
— LCH Mission
The Latino Center for Health (LCH) provides leadership for community-engaged research aimed at promoting Latino health and addressing health inequities affecting Latino communities in Washington state, regionally, and nationally.
LCH is the only interdisciplinary health sciences research center in the WWAMI (Washington, Wyoming, Alaska, Montana, and Idaho) region with a singular focus on promoting Latino health.
The only interdisciplinary health sciences research center in the WWAMI region with a singular focus on promoting Latino health.
Our Mission
Why We Do This Work
The Latino Center for Health provides leadership for community population health research through capacity building and authentic partnerships with community stakeholders — to inform policy and promote sustained improvements in the health and well-being of Latino communities in Washington state and all Washingtonians.
- ●Community Partnership
- ●Health Equity
- ●Cultural Responsiveness
- ●Evidence-Based Practice
- ●Capacity Building
- ●Policy Advocacy
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Our Impact
Building Lasting Change
LCH facilitates sustainable improvements and equity in the health of diverse Latinx communities through innovative, community-engaged research that informs policy and culturally responsive practice.
The Center provides mentorship, funding resources, and training opportunities for students and faculty — building on and deepening its community partnerships and the university's expertise in health sciences, behavioral health, public health, and social work.
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Social Justice & Human Rights -
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Inclusion regardless of gender, country of nativity, documented status, or sexual orientation -
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Community stakeholders as partners in translating research to practice -
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Culturally responsive, sustainable health improvements
States served across the WWAMI region
Active community & research partnerships
Fellows trained since founding
of WA population — the community we serve