Our Mission
The mission of the Center for Minority Health (CMH) is to improve the health and wellbeing of racial and ethnic minority populations by eliminating health disparities as defined in Healthy People 2010. Through teaching, research and service, CMH engages the University of Pittsburgh Schools of Health Sciences in a collaborative learning process designed to enhance the cultural competence of academic scholars and students. CMH further engages the community as trusted partners and participants in public health research and translates scientific research findings into health promotion and disease prevention interventions at the local, regional, and national levels.
Guiding Principles and Beliefs
- Social justice governs and sustains equity and equality of opportunity in a free and open society.
- Excellence is the minimum standard of service delivery for all in systems of medical care and provision of public health practice.
- Individual autonomy is essential for attainment of personal health and wellbeing.
- Partnerships between academic and community stakeholders must be based upon mutual trust and respect.
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