Minority Health Month

April is National Minority Health Month.

It’s a month to raise awareness about health disparities that continue to affect racial and ethnic minority populations and encourage action through health education, early detection, and control of disease complications.

More Resources

Community Health Centers

Sixteenth Street Community Health Centers | One of Milwaukee’s most trusted community health providers, serving primarily Latino and underserved populations. Offers medical, dental, behavioral health, and social services regardless of ability to pay.
Link: http://www.sschc.org

Muslim Community & Health Center | Provides culturally sensitive healthcare for diverse and immigrant communities, including primary care, dental, and behavioral health. Accepts uninsured patients.
Link: http://www.mchcwi.org/

Kilbourn Avenue Health Center | Part of Progressive Community Health Centers offering affordable care, women’s health, dental, and behavioral health with sliding fee options.
Link: http://www.progressivechc.org/locations/kilbourn-avenue-health-center/

Hillside Family Health Center | Progressive clinic serving underserved populations with full primary care, mental health, and family services regardless of income.
Link: http://www.progressivechc.org/locations/hillside-family-health-center/

Aurora Walker’s Point Community Clinic | Community-based clinic serving diverse populations with primary care and support services, especially for low-income and uninsured patients.
Link: https://care.aurorahealthcare.org/locations/aurora-walker%27s-point-community-clinic-milwaukee

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Minority Health Organizations & Coalitions

Wisconsin Department of Health Services – Minority Health Program | Statewide hub for minority health resources, data, and programs focused on reducing health disparities across Wisconsin.
Link: https://www.dhs.wisconsin.gov/minority-health/resources/wis-resources.htm

Black Health Coalition of Wisconsin | Works to eliminate health disparities affecting Black communities through education, advocacy, and prevention programs.
Link: http://www.bhcw.org/

Milwaukee Urban League | Provides health education, workforce development, and social services aimed at improving the quality of life for African Americans and underserved communities.
Link: https://www.tmul.org/

Milwaukee Latino Health Coalition | Focuses on improving health outcomes for Latino communities through advocacy, education, and partnerships.
Link: https://milwaukeelatinohealthcoalition.org/

International Institute of Wisconsin | Supports immigrants and refugees with health access, language services, and cultural navigation resources.
Link: https://iiwisconsin.org/

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Food Access & Social Determinants of Health

Hunger Task Force | Major Milwaukee organization fighting hunger through free food distribution and advocacy for low-income and minority communities.
Link: https://www.hungertaskforce.org/

Milwaukee Rescue Mission | Provides meals, shelter, recovery programs, and long-term support for individuals facing homelessness and poverty.
Link: https://milmission.org/

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Additional Equity & Support Resources

Wisconsin Coalition for Linguistic Access to Health Care | Works to improve language access in healthcare, ensuring non-English speakers receive proper care.
Link: http://www.wclah.org/

Great Lakes Inter-Tribal Council | Supports Native American health programs, public health initiatives, and tribal health services across Wisconsin.
Link: https://www.glitc.org/