The mission of Healthy Active Multnomah County is to increase equitable and culturally relevant policies so that African American, African, and black communities (AA/A/B) in Multnomah County have equitable access to tobacco and smokefree environments, opportunities for physical activity, and healthy foods by engaging community members and providing an inclusive, empowering political process. ACHIEVE will work with decision-makers to promote health equity and consider the impact of policy decisions on AA/A/B communities in Multnomah County.  

The vision of Healthy Active Multnomah County is to make black equal Healthy (making ‘blackness’ synonymous with health and healthy lifestyles).  All African American, African, and black people in Multnomah County will live, work, play, worship, and study in environments that promote daily physical activity, good nutrition, and tobacco-free lifestyles.  Read More...