About the Caribbean Women's Health Association

The Caribbean Women's Health Association Inc. (CWHA), is a community based organization comprised of a membership association and four community service centers located in Brooklyn and Queens.

The mission of CWHA is to provide comprehensive, culturally sensitive health care, immigration and support services to a diverse constituency in central Brooklyn and Southern Queens.

Current operational programs include:

Substance Abuse Prevention
Provides outreach, education and case management to persons at risk for substance abuse as well as those already involved in the behavior. The program serves 500 familes annually.

College Internship Program
Provides a College Internship Program designed to enable interns to gain professional experience and skills that will enhance career development.

CWHA is now at a pivotal point in history. The organization has built a solid reputation in service delivery and is viewed as a leader in addressing barriers to health, immigration and social services. On the strength of its reputation and capability, CWHA is in the process of developing and constructing a health center in partnership with University Hospital of Brooklyn. This facility will address the need for primary care in East Flatbush and Crown Heights.