Frequently Asked Questions

Where can I find health status by race and ethnicity in Utah?

Click here for the reports in PDF format.

Is there a place to get free health care?

The Maliheh Clinic is open and offers free services to those who
do not have health insurance and who do not qualify for
Medicare/Medicaid; no questions about immigration status will be asked.

Appointments are taken Tuesday to Friday 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon and
walk-in urgent care is taken upon availability Tuesday to Friday from
1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

The clinic is located at 415 East 3900 South Salt Lake City, 84107. For more information contact Jane Powers or Lisa Gleed at 801-266-3700. 

I am interested in nursing.  Where can I find information about nurses training?

The University of Utah College of Nursing is recruiting and assisting diverse and disadvantaged students to achieve success in becoming nurses. For more information, flyer and due dates, contact Sally Valdez at (801)585-3411 or by email.

Where can I get information about free computer classes?

Northwest Community Center computer lab is offering basic computer
skills classes, every Monday beginning at 6:00 p.m. The classes are located at 1300 West 300 North in Salt Lake City. For more information, call Katherine (801) 455-5707.

Where can I go to learn English as a second language?

Click here for class locations in PDF format.

What is the Human Rights Commission?

Salt Lake City has recently established a Human Rights Commission, which has various powers and duties including 1) reviewing ordinances and policies, 2) using educational resources on issues of discrimination and equal treatment, and 3) investigating opportunities to collaborate with other groups to foster nondiscrimination education.  The Commission shall report to the council, no less than once each year on its activities, recommendations, and findings concerning matters on human rights and nondiscrimination policies.

Salt Lake City seeks Salt Lake City residents who would be interested in serving on the Human Rights Commission and on various other boards and commissions.  Salt Lake City is particularly interested in having diversity among board and commission membership that matches the diversity of Salt Lake City’s population. Click here for information about the City's boards and commissions.Any help you can provide in disseminating this message would be much appreciated. If you have any questions, please call Josie Valdez at (801) 535-7734.