Who We Are
CHL is a non-profit organization focused on building a foundation for healthy schools and communities.
What We Do
CHL works to improve health via training, policy, evaluation, research, and resource development.
Who We Serve
CHL works with Schools, Health Care, Providers and Coalitions, State and National Agencies, and Organizations.
Our Vision
To serve as the nation’s catalyst, inspiring optimal health for all.
Our Mission
To build a foundation for healthy communities, through educational resources, professional development and practice improvement, research, policy development, evaluation, and consult.
Our Guiding Principles
- Equity and Access
- Evidence and Outcomes-based Practices
- Innovation
- Collaboration
- Community-oriented
CHL values diversity and equity in all aspects of its work. This includes employment practice, including without limitation, opportunities for employment, recruiting, hiring, assignment, compensation, promotion, discipline and termination; and its selection and utilization of its volunteers, shall be without regard to race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, marital status or political affiliation. The Corporation strictly prohibits discrimination or harassment, whether engaged in by fellow employees, supervisors, managers, or board members. To view our Diversity Policy, click here.
Our Goals & Activities
In our endeavor to achieve systemic and sustainable change through education, policy and environmental strategies, we:
- Offer regional trainings and technical assistance through grant funding from federal, state and private agencies
- Provide site-based trainings and technical assistance on request from school districts and community organizations
- Develop online programs, student learning modules and curricula
- Assist with professional licensure, CEU and graduate-level credits
- Create strategic partnerships with other non-profit organizations and school systems
We Invite You
Work with us at the crossroads of education and public health to create healthier schools and communities!