The organization 

A coalition dedicated to decreasing health disparities among women with disabilities by improving access to health promotion services and quality of care.

The people 

(1) Women with disabilities in the tri-county area of Portland, Oregon, and, (2) Agencies/organizations serving women with disabilities with an interest in improving health outcomes.

The mission 

To improve the health of women with disabilities and serve as a force for social change. This shall be accomplished through community building, leadership development, and education.

The purpose 

The purpose of WowDHEC is to advocate for effective health promotion and wellness services, resulting in better health outcomes for diverse women with diverse disabilities in the Portland Metro area. The long term goal of WowDHEC is to cause a shift from a traditional medical model, which associates disability with illness, to a social-ecological model that views women with disabilities as multidimensional individuals with specific histories, social relations, and strengths.  

Contact us

For more information, email us at info@wowdhec.org or call 503-494-2685 (it may take up to two business days to return your call).

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