“This isn’t fast fashion, this is first fashion,” said Acosia Red Elk at New York Fashion Week 2023. The Ribbon Skirt is a symbol of Native survival and identity. Over the past several months, our Chief Cultural Officer, Community Wellness Team, and photographer Irwin Lewis […]
OAKLAND, CA – After four transformative decades, Martin “Marty” Waukazoo (Lakota), the visionary CEO of the Native American Health Center (NAHC), will retire on November 1, 2023. NAHC’s Board of Directors has appointed Natalie Aguilera (Choctaw), the current Interim CEO and Chief Administrative Officer, to […]
Native American Health Center (NAHC) is excited to announce Dr. Utaka Springer as our first Chief Behavioral Health Officer (CBHO). Dr. Springer has been an integral member of NAHC’s leadership team since he joined the organization as NAHC’s Director of Behavioral Health (BH) in 2012. […]
This week we have been deeply saddened by the passing of a cherished member of our NAHC family. Jerri Davis dedicated 30 years of her life to NAHC and became an integral part of our community and the history of our health center. As a […]
Oakland, CA – Native American Health Center (NAHC) is excited to announce Anthony Guzman (Northern Ute) as our first-ever Chief Cultural Officer (CCO). For the last two years, Guzman has served as NAHC’s Community Wellness Department (CWD) Director, and we are honored to transition him […]
In honor of late Alameda County Supervisor Wilma Chan, NAHC was proud to host a Holiday Children’s Vaccine Event in December, 2021. We provided a safe and fun environment for families to participate with a bouncy—house, games, music, a toy giveaway, – and a special […]
Oakland’s Indigenous Red Market returns to celebrate Native culture and connection After a 14-month hibernation, the Indigenous Red Market, a celebration of Native artists, vendors, music, dance, and food came roaring back to life this month at the Native American Health Center parking lot on […]
Oakland City Councilmember Noel Gallo isn’t surprised by the numbers. He says getting to the Coliseum can be a challenge and scheduling an appointment online can be even more troublesome for folks with limited internet access. “In the grassroot neighborhood, people will come because they’re […]
The Federal Emergency Management Agency has teamed up with the Native American Health Center in Oakland and Alameda County to provide COVID-19 vaccines to people in the Fruitvale district, one of the areas hit hardest by the virus. The Fruitvale and surrounding zip codes have […]
“Expanding our joint regional testing capabilities is an important step toward ensuring those who are disproportionally affected have the resources they need to protect themselves and their families. Together, we will make a meaningful difference,” Jane García, CEO of La Clínica “In order for us […]
In celebration of National Health Center Week, NAHC held its annual Staff Appreciation Week August 10th – 14th. NAHC’s CEO, Martin Waukazoo, pays tribute to NAHC staff with an inspiring message.