Committed to Improving Louisiana's
Health Outcomes
OUR MISSION
The Louisiana Center for Health Equity is dedicated to advancing health equity to improve the overall health and well-being of all Louisianans. LCHE works to eliminate health and healthcare disparities attributed to structural, institutional, or social disadvantages.
OUR AREAS
OF FOCUS
CHAMPIONING WOMEN, CHILDREN, AND FAMILIES
Our pioneering efforts have set the stage for the improvement of health outcomes among Louisiana’s women, children, and families for over the last decade. Learn more.
IMPROVING HEALTHCARE ACCESS AND HEALTH OUTCOMES
We've successfully launched multiple advocacy campaigns to secure health insurance coverage and equitable healthcare services for all Louisianans. Learn more.
ADVANCING RACIAL AND SOCIAL JUSTICE
Through our ongoing programming and policy advocacy work, we continue to promote racial and social justice through the lens of determinants of health. Learn more.
LEADING A PUBLIC HEALTH APPROACH TO ADOLESCENT HEALTH
We engage community members from all walks of life through grassroots efforts and strategic partnerships at various levels of the public and private sector to ensure that our comprehensive, public health-centered approach to improving adolescent health outcomes are data-driven and sustainable. Learn more.