UCLA Student Organization

Health Hope
at UCLA

A student-led organization providing free health workshops, mentorship, and outreach to underserved communities across Los Angeles.

3
Active Programs
15+
Active Members
2024
Year Founded

Bridging the Health Gap

Millions in Los Angeles lack access to basic health education and preventive care. We are changing that — one workshop, one screening, one community at a time.

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Screenings
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Education
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Mentorship
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Outreach

Reducing health disparities through action

We provide free public health education, hands-on clinical skills workshops, healthcare career mentorship, and preventive health screenings to underserved populations throughout Los Angeles County.

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Health Education

Interactive workshops on chronic disease prevention, nutrition, mental health, and health literacy for all ages.

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Mentorship and Skills Training

Mentoring high school and college students about healthcare careers, plus hands-on suturing and vital signs workshops.

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Preventive Screenings

Free blood pressure, glucose, BMI, and vision screenings to identify health risks early and connect people with care.


Our Programs and Initiatives

From hands-on clinical workshops to community screenings, we are building a healthier Los Angeles.

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Mobile Health Screenings

Free preventive health screenings in underserved neighborhoods — blood pressure, glucose, BMI, and vision assessments at no cost.

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Suturing and Vital Signs Workshops

Hands-on clinical skills training where students learn suturing techniques, how to take vital signs, and fundamental patient care skills.

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Healthcare Career Mentorship

Mentoring high school and college students exploring careers in medicine, nursing, public health, and allied health professions.

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Mental Health Initiatives

Destigmatizing mental health through open forums, stress management workshops, and connecting individuals with support services.

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Community Partnerships

Collaborating with LA shelters, schools, faith-based organizations, and community centers to embed health resources locally.

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Health Literacy Workshops

Educational sessions on chronic disease prevention, nutrition fundamentals, and navigating the healthcare system for underserved communities.

Growing Every Quarter

Founded in 2024, we are a young organization with ambitious goals and momentum building fast.

30+
Community Members Reached
3
Programs Launched
3
Community Partners
15+
Active Members

"We believe the future of healthcare should look like the communities it serves. Our goal is to make sure the next generation has the mentorship and exposure to get there."

— Rami Hemadeh and Daniel Oh, Co-Founders

Meet the Founders

Driven by a shared passion for health equity and community service.

Rami Hemadeh

Rami Hemadeh

Founder and Co-President

Oversees our outreach and operations, working to connect UCLA undergraduates with local students to make healthcare careers more accessible.

Daniel Oh

Daniel Oh

Founder and Co-President

Manages our community partnerships and coordinates interactive clinical skills workshops and one-on-one mentorship programs.

Join Health Hope

Whether you are pre-med, public health, or simply passionate about making a difference — there is a place for you.

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Hands-on suturing and vital signs training
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Clinical and community health experience
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Mentor high school and college students
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Leadership opportunities and resume-building
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Make a real, tangible impact on LA communities

Interest Form

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