Promoting the health and well-being of American Indians & Alaska Natives

The Centers for American Indian and Alaska Native Health (CAIANH) was established in 1986 and is the largest, most comprehensive, and longest standing program of its kind in the country. CAIANH houses numerous projects funded by a wide range of private, state, and federal agencies, and partners with human service organizations in more than 200 urban, rural, and reservation communities. Its mission is to promote the health and well-being of American Indian and Alaska Native Peoples through community-driven research, education and training, tailored technical support, and knowledge dissemination. 

Key Mission Areas:

• Community-driven Research: Build and sustain collaborative partnerships to engage in rigorous research that respects the unique cultural contexts of American Indian and Alaska Native communities and honors self-determination and sovereignty.
• Education and Training: Support learning, career development, and mentorship for the next generation of researchers, public health professionals, and community partners committed to supporting American Indian and Alaska Native health and well-being.
• Tailored Technical Support: Provide technical assistance and other support to individuals, organizations, and communities to increase their capacity to pursue research and implement programs that promote American Indian and Alaska Native health and well-being.
• Knowledge Dissemination: Broadly share findings and lessons learned in ways that are useful, accessible, and actionable, in partnership with American Indian and Alaska Native communities.

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