Korean American Health Professionals Alliance

Korean American Health Professionals Alliance (KAHPA) is a non-profit organization based in Portland, OR, dedicated to advancing healthcare careers among Asian and Pacific Islander communities. KAHPA connects Korean American healthcare professionals through strategic networking initiatives, collaborative partnerships, and professional development opportunities. The organization actively promotes diversity and cultural competency within the healthcare field by facilitating connections between established practitioners and emerging healthcare professionals.

KAHPA's core mission centers on expanding pathways into healthcare professions for underrepresented populations. The organization provides comprehensive mentoring programs designed to guide students through healthcare academic programs, from initial career exploration through professional advancement. By fostering relationships between Korean American healthcare providers and aspiring students, KAHPA creates meaningful opportunities for knowledge transfer and professional growth.

Serving the Portland, Oregon community and beyond, KAHPA collaborates with healthcare institutions, academic programs, and community organizations to strengthen cultural representation in medicine, dentistry, physician assistant studies, and other healthcare fields. The organization offers healthcare student scholarships to support Korean heritage students pursuing careers in healthcare professions, with awards designed to reduce financial barriers and increase access to quality healthcare education. Through annual fundraising events, networking meetings, and educational initiatives, KAHPA demonstrates its commitment to building a more inclusive and culturally competent healthcare system that better serves Korean American and Asian Pacific Islander communities.