Community Health Equity
Community Health Equity is a collaborative initiative with SJSU Human Rights Institute (HRI) that centers the voices and lived experiences of community members to guide strategies for health and wellness.
Through active preventive programs, community education, and engaging activities for youth, families, and caregivers, we work to support physical, relational, and mental wellness across the lifespan.
Grounded in culturally sustaining practices, primary prevention, and an understanding of the social determinants of health, our programs emphasize the healthy development of children and youth, the well-being of families, and the collective strength of the community.
For Youth
- Neighbors in Nature, community-building program. We provide after-school activities and games for youth
and families at a local outdoor space.
- Tuesdays (March 10th-May 5th, excluding March 31st)
- 5-7pm @ Payne Avenue Friendship Park
- Mindful Bites, nutrition program. We teach youth about mindful eating and nutrition through interactive workshops.
- Fit & Fun, physical activity program. We bring sports and games to a local space to encourage movement!
Some of our youth programs are only offered at our partner schools and organizations. If you are interested in partnering with us, send us an email at healthydev@sjsu.edu!
For Caregivers
- Poder de familias, online family skills and empowerment discussions - get the Zoom link here / obtén el enlace de Zoom aquí
- Select Tuesdays @6:30pm
- Hearing screenings, offered periodically
- Check our calendar for screening offerings
For the Community
- Growing Together, free community event
- Friday, May 1st, 2026 from 5pm-7pm
- Payne Avenue Friendship Park, San Jose
- We'll have tacos, paletas, and a lesson in Ballet Folklórico!
- Let us know you're coming!
- Hearing screenings, offered periodically
- Check our calendar for screening offerings
