Guiding Principles
The following principles guide the Northwest Health Foundation's operations:
- Access to quality health care is a basic right of all people.
- A robust public health system is a vital component of a healthy community.
- Social justice, equity, pluralism, and community engagement are elements of a healthy society.
- The health of all people in the community is improved through prevention practices, education, research, and reduction of barriers to service.
- Social change that improves health can be achieved through advocacy efforts that influence public policy.
- Collaborative relationships are crucial for developing effective strategies to promote the community’s health.
- Transparency, credibility, and accountability are essential elements of the Foundation's commitment to community.