Announcement: Resignation of Executive Director, Denise O. Smith
May 2, 2025 Dear NACHW Community It is with deep gratitude, admiration, and heartfelt sadness that we announce the resignation of Denise Octavia Smith from her role as Executive Director of the National Association of Community Health Workers (NACHW), effective May 8, 2025. Denise has served as NACHW’s inaugural Executive Director since its founding in […]
Press Release: National Association of Community Health Workers and Partners In Health United States Host 3rd Annual CHW Capitol Hill Visits
(March 7, 2025) Washington, D.C. – On March 11 and 12, over 100 community health workers (CHWs), allies, and advocates from across the country will gather on Capitol Hill to meet with members of Congress and legislative staff during the third annual CHW Capitol Hill Visits. The event, featuring a Hill Day, CHW rally, and […]
Unity Conference and Annual Meeting Sponsor and Exhibitor Prospectus is Live!
We are happy to announce that our prospectus for the upcoming NACHW Annual Meeting and Unity Conference 2025 – held in Columbus, Ohio starting July 30th – is now available. We invite you to partner with us to make this one of a kind national event a reality. Partners can join us through: General […]
NACHW will be at APHA 2024 in Minneapolis!
We’re thrilled to announce our participation in the upcoming APHA Conference from October 27-30! Visit us at Booth #1322 for exciting opportunities tailored just for you: Exclusive Gifts: Current and new members, swing by to pick up a special gift! Informative Materials: Organizations, grab our updated flyers and brochures to learn more about NACHW! CHW […]
Awareness Week Resolution Highlights Congress’s Support for Community Health Workers
CONTACT Partners In Health United States Rebecca Gifford [email protected] | 732-757-2966 Awareness Week Resolution Highlights Congress’s Support for Community Health Workers WASHINGTON, D.C., – Last month, Senator Bob Casey, Jr. and Representative Raul Ruiz, M.D. introduced a resolution formally recognizing the week of August 26-30, 2024, as the second annual National Community Health Worker […]
The National Association of Community Health Workers Celebrates Community Health Workers Week
BOSTON, Aug. 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — The National Association of Community Health Workers (NACHW) celebrates today the kickoff of the second annual National Community Health Workers Awareness week, which brings the opportunity to spread the word and celebrate the unique core roles, contributions to public and community health, and leadership of Community Health Workers (CHWs). The awareness […]
NEW on Our Policy Page – Toolkit for Partnering With CHW Networks and Strategies for Developing an Equitable CHW Studies
NACHW has just debuted two new resources on our Policy page! Read about them below. TOOLKIT: Recommendations and Resources for Public Health Departments Contracting with Community Based Organizations (CBOs) and Community Health Worker Networks This toolkit was developed by NACHW as a resource to support Public Health Departments to equitably build relationships and contract with […]
Registration Now Open – 2024 NACHW Virtual Annual Meeting and Unity Conference
We are excited to announce that registration for our 2024 Annual Meeting and Business Meeting is NOW OPEN! Registration is open to members and non-members alike. Before you register, please read the instructions and information carefully so you purchase the registration type that matches your needs. Annual Meeting Attendance and Voting: Members and non-members will have access […]
Member Directory and Continuing Education Tracker Now Live on MemberClicks!
We are excited to debut some exciting new features for our members. Members now have access to a member directory and continuing education tracker on NACHW’s MemberClicks platform. These new features can be accessed by clicking the buttons on the top navigation menu (once logged into MemberClicks). Members Directory Using the new directory, NACHW members […]
In Memoriam: Naomi Cottoms
It is with great sadness that NACHW mourns the loss of Naomi Cottoms, beloved friend, colleague, and member of the NACHW founder’s circle. Naomi was a prolific leader in the community and public health space. A CHW through and through, her impact will be felt for decades to come, and she will be greatly missed. […]
