School-Based Health Alliance Email Format
Public Policy OfficesDistrict of Columbia, United States11-50 Employees
The School-Based Health Alliance is a nonprofit organization that serves as the national voice for school-based health care. Based in Washington, DC, and founded in 1995, it provides technical assistance, resources, and trainings to support the delivery of high-quality health care in school-based centers while also engaging in policy advocacy at local, state, and federal levels. Its work aims to strengthen school health systems through research and evaluation that informs practice and policy, helping to align services across education and health sectors. The organization targets school-based health care providers and related stakeholders, offering guidance to improve care coordination, health education, and collaborative partnerships within communities. Recent initiatives include national advocacy-driven programs and partnerships designed to advance coordinated care and address adolescent health needs, reflecting its role within the public policy and health services landscape for schools.