Advancing Health Equity for every New Yorker.

Established as the Medical and Health Research Association (MHRA) by the NYC Health Department. Created to provide administrative flexibility for securing grants and fostering public health research.

Research income grew tenfold. The organization expanded beyond administration into direct community action, launching cervical cancer screenings in Harlem and pioneering air pollution health studies.

Transformed into a major health service provider. Launched 11 reproductive health centers and became the leading nonprofit provider of WIC nutrition programs for low-income families.

Extended services across all five boroughs. Launched groundbreaking HIV/AIDS research programs and community outreach at a time when the city faced an unprecedented public health crisis.

Pioneered new models of community-based participatory research. Strengthened partnerships with city agencies and academic institutions to address chronic disease and health disparities citywide.

Embraced technology-driven health initiatives. Launched electronic health records across partner clinics and developed data-informed strategies to track and reduce health inequities across underserved communities.

Continuing to drive innovation in public health. Managing hundreds of millions in research funding and programs that serve thousands of New Yorkers – building a healthier, more equitable city for all.