Vickie M. Mays
PhD, MSPH
Professor, Clinical Psychology, UCLA
Professor, Health Services, UCLA SPH
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Read Director's LetterWorking with the BRITE Center, I have not only become more familiar with the many different regions in Los Angeles County, but I have also learned so much about different ethnic communities, their health statistics, and the shocking lack of resources that are available
By volunteering at the BRITE Center, I have the chance to learn more about the underserved communities around Los Angeles County and how there are many resources available for the communities but outreach effort is necessary for the good health of the communities.
Thanks to the BRITE CENTER, I have learned different types of disparities found within Latinos in Los Angeles County I was not aware about before. The BRITE Center has encouraged me to make a difference in the lives of the people who are facing different types of
Volunteering for the BRITE Center has taught me how health issues vary based on different socioeconomic and cultural factors. I have learned more about my own identity and the important health issues that my surrounding communities face.