Oregon School-Based Health Alliance

We believe that the youth voice is a critical component that informs our programming, policy, and advocacy; and we create opportunities for youth to get involved in advocating for school-based health services and equitable healthcare for students across Oregon. Some of the benefits of having a School-Based Health Centers are being able to see a health care provider without having to miss school, access to mental health providers, and it’s available for all students whether, they have insurance or not.

Student Health Advocates promote the value of school-based health across Oregon. OSBHA offers this leadership opportunity to young people, ages 14-22, in the Portland Metro area who are interested in becoming a voice not only for their own health, but the health of their peers and community.
Student Health Advocates plan, facilitate, and participate in dynamic professional development activities and events across Oregon. Students in the cohort help plan statewide conferences, speak publicly about health and wellness issues affecting young people, meet with legislators to advocate for school-based health, and train providers in how to provide youth-friendly care. Student Health Advocates serve as representatives for OSBHA in peer-led trainings, advocacy campaigns, and presentations. OSBHA serves as an advisor to the advocates, helping with logistics and sharing the Student Health Advocate views and projects with local, state, and national partners.