[Oakland, CA] – The Unity Council is proud to partner with the Latino Coalition for a Healthy California (LCHC) in the launch of the Latine and Indigenous Regional Power Hubs Network (RPHN), a groundbreaking initiative designed to strengthen collaboration among trusted community organizations advancing health equity across California.
LCHC, the state’s leading policy organization focused on Latine and Indigenous health, created the RPHN to formalize and expand a network of local organizations working together to transform California into a place where Latine and Indigenous communities can thrive.
“This initiative harnesses our collective power, weaving together a shared vision for California, one of true health justice,” said Dr. Seciah Aquino, Executive Director of LCHC. “We each play a crucial role, whether through direct service, advocacy, or serving as trusted messengers. Together, we form the complete picture of a just and equitable health and safety-net system. When we stand united, our voices are stronger, our impact is greater, and our vision of health justice becomes a reality.”
Building Regional Power for Health Equity
The Regional Power Hubs will:
Unify the Latine and Indigenous health equity movement by integrating social determinants of health into statewide and local policy change.
Strengthen communication and collaboration between community organizations and the state, leveraging decades of trusted relationships.
Expand opportunities for local and regional organizations to influence statewide systems and policy transformation.
Through this effort, LCHC is investing directly in regional partners, ensuring that community leaders’ expertise and lived experiences guide culturally and linguistically responsive health policies and outreach strategies.
Welcoming the Inaugural Network Partners
The Unity Council is honored to be among the inaugural Power Hub partners, alongside:
Clinica Romero
Comunidades Indígenas en Liderazgo (CIELO)
CURYJ – Communities United for Restorative Youth Justice
El Sol Neighborhood Educational Center
Environmental Health Coalition
Esperanza Immigrant Rights Project
La Familia Counseling Center
Latino Health Access
Líderes Campesinas
My Sister’s House
TODEC Legal Center
UndocuBlack Network
Vista Community Clinic
Youth Forward
A Shared Vision
“At The Unity Council, our mission has always been rooted in advancing equity and creating vibrant communities where everyone can thrive,” said Rafael Velázquez Vice President of Community Programs. “By joining the Regional Power Hubs Network, we are strengthening our collective voice to ensure that Latine and Indigenous communities across California have access to the resources, representation, and justice they deserve.”
For more information about the Regional Power Hubs Network, visit LCHC.org or contact Rosa Flores, Director of Programs, at rflores@lchc.org.
Watch the full video of our Latino Coalition here: LCHC Launches Latine and Indigenous Regional Power Hub Network
