The Center for Community Health and Health Equity (CCHHE) is committed to advancing systems of care, research, and community programs that elevate the health status of the communities we serve. We recognize that one of the most effective ways to have a positive impact on the overall health and well-being of local communities is to give young people the opportunities they need to succeed.
CCHHE provides a wide range of development opportunities for young people – from pre-kindergarten to college – to advance their education and prepare for careers in health and sciences. Our programs bring together hundreds of Brigham and Women’s Hospital employees who serve as volunteers working in partnership with local schools and community organizations to create educational and employment opportunities for young people and help build a workforce that reflects the communities we serve. From developing basic literacy skills to enhancing science and health care skills, we offer support, guidance, and mentoring for our young people.
Our youth programs work to address health inequities by:
- Contributing to educational enrichment for young people through clinical, public health, and health equity seminars as well as tutoring.
- Supporting employment and training opportunities in under-resourced communities.
- Encouraging youth-driven programming in youth-led groups.
- IMaximize culturally responsive care and work to ensure our workforce reflects the communities we serve and offers a variety of perspectives.
Building Science and Health Care Skills
The Project TEACH Program offered to rising sophomores provides the opportunity to learn about careers in health, science, and medicine through paid summer internships in various BWH departments, academic research projects, and weekly life skills seminars.
The College Summer Internship Program is a paid opportunity for alumni of our youth program to return to work at our academic medical centers during the summer. Interns are placed in hospital departments related to their major and/or career interests and are able to participate in workforce development seminars and other networking events.
Get Involved
To learn more about our programs, how your school or organization can get involved, how to become a volunteer or mentor, or other ways to support our efforts, please contact Debora Guimaraes at dguimaraes@mgb.org.
