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Become a part of a national movement dedicated to dismantling systemic health disparities. Apply today to lead, advocate, and transform the future of healthcare equity.

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Why Join HEAN?

Lead a campus chapter and drive real community impact
Access mentorship from healthcare professionals and advocates
Build a portfolio through writing, research, and public health projects
Connect with a national network of student equity leaders
Earn certificates through the Health Equity Learning Series

Chapter Leader

Establish and lead a HEAN chapter at your college or high school, building local partnerships and advocacy programs.

Member

Join an existing chapter, participate in community engagement, and complete the Health Equity Learning Series.

Article Writer

Contribute to The Health Equity Journal — research, write, and publish perspectives on healthcare justice.

Mentor

Guide younger students through our Youth Health Equity Initiative and share your knowledge with the next generation.

Ways to Get Involved

Find Your Role in the Movement

Members

Members are typically students or recent graduates who use HEA resources to start their own initiatives — with or without a school affiliation — or join events hosted by local chapters.

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Mentors

Mentors are healthcare professionals who share career guidance. Members can request to chat, and mentors accept as many as their schedule allows. Mentors answer questions about entering their specialty — and lend expertise when a member is building an initiative.

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Email Address *

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Where are you in the process of starting your chapter? *

Approximately how many students are interested in starting this chapter? *

Member Agreement *

By submitting this application, I agree to:

Support HEA's mission and values.
Operate professionally and respectfully.
Follow all school policies if I'm involved with a HEA chapter
Represent the organization positively within your school and community.

I have read and agree to the Member Agreement above.

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