Our Story
Eliminating Public Health Barriers for Over 60 Years
Who we are
Our History
Southeastern Michigan Health Association (SEMHA) started as a consortia for the health officers of Southeast Michigan, and has a rich history of serving the community in the area of public health. Established in 1956, as a nonprofit organization, SEMHA was initially focused on tuberculosis control and was known as the Southeastern Michigan Tuberculosis Detection Project.
In 1972, SEMHA began broadening its reach by collaborating with public health systems and offering value-based contract management services to state and local health agencies, private foundations, and community health programs in Michigan. Over the years, SEMHA expanded its services and partnerships to deliver health promotion and risk reduction activities.
Today, SEMHA is a nonprofit organization that fosters collaboration among public health, healthcare, and community-based partners to improve health through risk-reduction activities, contract management services, and health promotion. We focus on capacity building, addressing community needs, eliminating barriers, and leveraging technology for streamlined processes.
"The Fisher Building" By: Desiree Clemons, 2023
Advancing Health, Removing Barriers
For 70 years, SEMHA has been dedicated to providing program services that cultivate collaboration between organizations to build a health nexus of support. Our team strives to enhance capacity-building efforts by focusing on a shared vision of breaking down systemic barriers, reassessing community needs, and leveraging cutting-edge technology and innovation to build reliable processes.
Promote health and wellness through equitable support and collaboration with community organizations.
A just and inclusive culture of health.
