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The Whatcom Coalition for Healthy Communities is a non-profit organization, created in 1996 by local community members wanting to make a positive difference in the health and happiness of our community. Our mission is to improve health and quality of life in Whatcom County by connecting people and information and fostering collaborative leadership and community engagement.

www.whatcomcounts.org

WhatcomCounts.org is a one-stop source of information about the health of our community. Sponsored by the Whatcom Coalition for Healthy Communities, WhatcomCounts.org is independent and nonbiased. Its purpose is simply to connect people and information and promote community action.

WhatcomCounts.org allows each of us to find ways to make our community an even healthier place to live, work and play. New information is added regularly, so be sure to check back often to make more discoveries.

After all, a healthy community is up to all of us.
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  • a dashboard of indicators
  • leads to promising practices from around the country
  • contacts for local resources
  • links to quality news and information
  • community conversations and local feature stories

    • The Coalition is working with partners Whatcom County, City of Bellingham, Port of Bellingham, United Way, Western Washington University, St. Lukes Foundation and St. Joseph Hospital on this project with additional funding from Boeing Employees Community fund.

    Community Counts 2002 opened a dialogue on the things that matter most to residents of Whatcom County - our health and well being. Our new webtool, Whatcom Community Counts will continue that dialogue.

     


    Leadership Whatcom is a leadership development program designed specifically for our community. The program explores community conditions that impact social, environmental and economic vitality in our county, while enhancing participants' development of leadership awareness and skills. The program offers a rare and dynamic venue for Whatcom County residents from all walks of life to develop skills necessary to find common ground.

    Our 2007-2008 program is currently in session. Applications are currently being accepted for the 2007-2008 program year. Applications can be downloaded from the Leadership Whatcom website.

    We accept up to 24 participants each year who participate in a ten month program. This small class size allows for a high level of interaction and involvement. The goal is for each class to reflect the many communities that comprise Whatcom County. The selection process ensures a mix of existing and emerging leaders, as well as variety among age, race, geography, experience and other characteristics. The program explores the opportunities and challenges we face and the complexities of taking action.

    Read  Leadership Whatcom Start Up Plan for background on the Leadership Whatcom Initiative.

    Visit leadershipwhatcom.org



    Leadership Whatcom Participants on natural resources
    tour of the Nooksack River

    Organizational Sponsors:

    Whatcom Coalition for Healthy Communities
    PO Box 2297 Bellingham WA 98227 - 1511 Cornwall Ave Bellingham WA 98225
    360/715-1061 - Fax: 360/733-8674

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