CHA Named to Newsweek's Greatest Workplaces for Culture, Belonging & Community
CHA recognized for commitment to delivering exceptional workplace culture
CAMBRIDGE, Mass. — Cambridge Health Alliance (CHA), a community health system serving Cambridge, Somerville, and Boston's metro-north communities, was recognized as one of America's Greatest Workplaces for Culture, Belonging & Community 2026 by Newsweek and Plant-A Insights Group. Newsweek and Plant-A Insights Group recognized companies that are committed to creating environments where employees feel valued, heard and connected, fostering genuine belonging across teams, and building inclusive workplace cultures where all employees can thrive.
"We are so honored to be recognized for our commitment to belonging and inclusion," said Joy Curtis, chief human resources officer at Cambridge Health Alliance. "Only when we create a workplace where everyone belongs can we truly carry out our vision of equity and excellence for everyone, every time."
Newsweek's comprehensive ranking evaluates U.S. employers with more than 1,000 employees based on their performance across metrics that matter most to women, minorities and diverse demographic groups. The evaluation included a large-scale national survey conducted between April and October 2025 of more than 2.7 million company reviews from over 179,000 employees, plus additional data from three previous studies—encompassing more than 4.9 million reviews and 400,000 interviews—to provide deeper insights. Plant-A Insights Group also partnered with Aniline, a leading third-party data provider, to analyze more than 120 key performance indicators including leadership, integrity, compensation and work-life balance scores.
"The modern workplace has evolved beyond just a place to earn a paycheck. Today's employees seek environments where they feel valued, heard and connected—workplaces that prioritize culture, foster genuine belonging and build strong communities," said Jennifer H. Cunningham, editor-in-chief of Newsweek. "Companies that embrace these principles don't just attract top talent; they create spaces where people from all walks of life can collaborate, innovate and thrive."