About NAEHD
The National Alliance on Ending Health Disparities (NAEHD) is a new organization that is dedicated to ending health disparities by fostering collaborative efforts and providing solutions. We strive to eliminate barriers to healthcare access and improve the health and well-being of underserved populations. Our organization is the only of its kind to bring together diverse stakeholders, including healthcare professionals, policymakers, community leaders, and individuals, ensuring that all voices are heard and represented in this collective effort to eliminate health disparities and to promote lasting change.
Founded on the belief that everyone deserves access to high-quality healthcare, we are committed to eliminating barriers to care and advancing health equity for all. NAEHD strives to raise awareness, educate, and advocate for policies that support health equity. We work tirelessly to bring together these diverse voices, leveraging a unique collective expertise driven by passion to enact lasting change.
Our Founder's Story
From our Founder & CEO: NAEHD was born out of a deeply personal journey, one that exposed the harsh realities of health disparities, not just in my own community, but in my own life. I also saw how deeply health disparities had started to affect my family. Like many, I’ve had to navigate the complexities of the healthcare system, battling systemic barriers, insurance hurdles, and the struggle to find trusted providers. I knew something needed to change. It was frustrating to feel dismissed by the very providers who were supposed to support my care. In previously working on health disparities initiatives, I knew I could make a real difference if I were to create something unique and inclusive that unites multiple stakeholders under one mission. Building on that vision, the National Alliance on Ending Health Disparities was born in January of 2025.
What We Do
At NAEHD, we are committed to advancing equitable healthcare by removing barriers and promoting access in the following areas:
Education & Awareness
Providing resources, training, and continuing education programs that empower healthcare professionals and communities.
Advocacy & Policy Initiatives
Working to influence policy changes that promote health equity.
Partnerships & Collaboration
Bringing together individuals, healthcare providers, organizations, and advocates to create lasting change.
Support & Resources
Offering tools, research, and assistance to help individuals navigating healthcare challenges.
Our work supports a wide range of individuals, including:
- Individuals and patients facing barriers to quality care
- Healthcare professionals seeking to address disparities
- Organizations committed to advancing health equity
- Policymakers and advocates working toward systemic change
