FOCUS AREA
Community Health
Strengthening community health, safety, and well-being by addressing barriers to health care, resources, and opportunities. This focus area centers community voices and lived experiences while advancing health equity, racial justice, and social justice across the Inland Empire
Through collaboration, advocacy, and community-driven solutions, this work supports systems where every resident has a meaningful opportunity to access care, participate in decisions that affect their lives, and pursue health, safety, and dignity without fear.
Our Programs
Community Coalitions
Unite local residents and organizations to prevent substance misuse and build healthier, safer communities through partnerships, education, advocacy, and policy.
Center for Civic Policy & Leadership
Engaging community leaders throughout the Inland Empire region to support building healthy, safe, and peaceful communities.
El Poder del Chisme
El Poder del Chisme connects Inland Empire Residents with health resources and information through trusted community leaders.
Healthy Jurupa Valley
Founded in 2013, HJV is a long-standing healthy city initiative focused on improving community health and well-being.
Latino Health Collaborative
Advances health equity for Latino communities in Riverside and San Bernardino Counties through education and access to resources.
Leadership Academy
Empowers local community leaders through leadership development, community resources, and connections with local organizations and agencies.
Medication-Assisted Treatment
An evidence-based approach to treating opioid use disorder that combines FDA-approved medications with counseling and behavioral therapies.
Substance Use Prevention
A regional coalition building healthier communities through policy change, cross-sector partnerships, and grassroots collaboration.
Featured Initiative
The Inland Healthy Cities Institute expands proven healthy cities strategies across the Inland Empire, using community-driven, culturally responsive approaches to advance healthy living, community well-being, and health equity throughout the region.
Featured Event
NICC is an annual conference bringing together leaders in government, business, education, and healthcare to explore innovative strategies for improving community health, quality of life, workforce development, economic development, and education.