UCLA Center for Healthier Children, Families & Communities
Higher EducationCalifornia, United States11-50 Employees
The UCLA Center for Healthier Children, Families & Communities is an academic hub based in Los Angeles that brings together experts from the medical school, public health, public policy, law, and the liberal arts to address factors affecting child well-being. Founded in 1996, the center works across disciplines to research and implement social innovations aimed at reducing disparities in child outcomes and empowering community leaders and partners to drive lasting improvements for children and families. Its work centers on understanding what helps children thrive and translating those insights into collaborative approaches that consider the broader systems influencing child health and development. Serving the public sector, academic institutions, and community partners, the center emphasizes research-based methods to reframe systemic issues and explore innovative solutions in pursuit of healthier communities.