SAWA Center

Setting the Agenda for Collaborative Work to Advance MENA Health and Wellbeing

SAWA (سوا) means “together” in Arabic.

To establish and execute a community-driven health research agenda for MENA Americans that addresses health priorities, promotes collaboration among stakeholders, fosters evidence-based decision making, and uplifts the next generation of leaders in the field. Our goal is to reduce the burden of health disparities faced by MENA Americans through just and inclusive science to ensure wellness and wellbeing for current and future generations