About

At Erie Niagara Area Health Education Center (ENAHEC), we are committed to advancing health equity and creating a brighter future for healthcare access in the Buffalo-Niagara region.

Through educational programs and community partnerships, we inspire the next generation of healthcare professionals by providing high school and college students with the skills and guidance needed to enter healthcare careers. For current health professionals, we offer continuing education and training opportunities to support their growth and impact.

Additionally, ENAHEC hosts community education events to engage and inform residents on pressing health topics. Together, we are shaping pathways to opportunity, strengthening communities, and driving meaningful change for a healthier tomorrow.

Mission

To advance health equity by empowering our communities with education, advocacy, and resources, creating pathways to better health outcomes and opportunities in healthcare.

Mission

Vision

A future where healthcare is accessible, inclusive, and driven by compassion, with every individual equipped to thrive and contribute to a healthier, more equitable Western New York.

Community

We believe in creating community by providing safe and welcoming spaces for the people we serve to have a voice, create connections, and feel supported.

Quality

We embrace a commitment to quality that ensures our programs and services have a meaningful impact on the people we serve.

Diversity

We strive to model diversity within our organization and to be intentional in ensuring the healthcare workforce represents the community it serves.

Equity

We understand and respect that individual lived experiences create different needs and seek to create equity by developing pathways to meet those needs.

Collaboration

We believe that improving health equity is a collaborative and reciprocal effort to develop solutions that raise all boats – for the people we serve, our partners, and the community.