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Co-founded by DePaul University and Rush University in 2015, the Center for Community Health Equity strives to improve community health outcomes and contribute to the elimination of health inequities in Chicago.

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Explore the research, reports, and collaborations that drive community health equity in Chicago.

Our Published Work

The Center for Community Health Equity contributes to a diverse body of research that appears across academic journals, community reports, and collaborative publications. Our work reflects the Center’s commitment to advancing health equity through interdisciplinary research, community partnerships, and policy engagement. These publications highlight the voices, data, and stories that drive meaningful change in health outcomes across Chicago and beyond.

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CCHE Podcast

Join us for our podcast, where you can listen to the vital discussions and insights surrounding the voice of health equity.

Voices of Health Equity:

Voices of Health Equity: A Conversation with Dr. Ansuk Jeong

Voices of Health Equity:

A Conversation with Dr. Donna Kiel

Voices of Health Equity:

A Conversation with Dr. Dorothy Kozlowski & Dr. Sonya Crabtree-Nelson

Looking for more fantastic podcasts? Visit our SoundCloud page, where you can explore all the episodes, including fresh new tracks!

Dedicated minds. Diverse voices. Collective impact.

Meet the People Behind the Mission

Learn more about the passionate individuals and partners driving health equity forward in Chicago—from our co-directors and staff to alumni, faculty, and community collaborators who make this work possible.

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