Many communities on Long Island experience deficits in important areas, including health care access, advocacy, and social participation. As Stony Brook University increases its focus on research, a significant opportunity and need has arisen to direct attention to these underserved communities to assist in strengthening their social capital and to help address some of their challenges. The Center for Community Engagement in the School of Health Professions is a multidisciplinary effort that applies the leadership and social change expertise of Stony Brook University faculty and students for the purpose of bridging the gaps in healthcare and social resource disparities that have persisted in many of Long Island’s underserved communities. Through such service to the community, the center also enriches the academic experience for faculty and students.
Mission:
The mission of the CCE is to respond to social and health disparities in the Long Island community and beyond through establishing collaborative partnerships, fostering actionable solutions, and advancing engaged scholarship.
Vision:
The partnerships and initiatives supported by the CCE will empower students, scholars, and community members to drive transformative collaborations that enhance health equity, inclusion, and quality of life.
