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SUMMARY:Latinx CHW Support Group
DESCRIPTION:EL GRUPO DE APOYO PARA TRABAJADORES DE LA SALUD LATINOS\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSi! Llego a RI\, ahora tendremos la oportunidad de que nuestras voces sean oidas\, podamos expresarnos con libertad y lo mas importante\, recibir el apoyo que necesitamos.  \n\n\n\nEste es el Grupo de Apoyo para Trabajadores Latinos que se reúnen vía zoom para compartir sus retos\, experiencias\, recursos y escuchamos y entendemos tus problemas en tu propio idioma. \n\n\n\nObtén todo el apoyo que necesitas para hacer mejor tu Trabajo! \n\n\n\nSi tiene alguna pregunta\, envia un correo electronico a Wiston Delgado. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLa continuidad de este grupo es posible gracias a una generosa subvención de Juanita Sánchez Community Fund a través de Rhode Island Foundation. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLatinx CHW Support Group\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis support group for Spanish speaking CHWs meets over zoom. CHWs share their challenges in their own language\, listen compassionately\, and share resources. Get the support you need to do the difficult work you do!  \n\n\n\nFacilitated by Wiston Delgado\, CCHW and Lina Roman\, CCHW. \n\n\n\nEmail Wiston Delgado for the zoom link. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe continuation of this group is possible through a generous grant from the RI Foundation’s Juanita Sánchez Community Fund.
URL:https://chwari.org/event/latinx-chw-support-group-13/2025-06-03/
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SUMMARY:CPR-AED Training
DESCRIPTION:If you need to renew your CPR-AED American Red Cross Certification or if you need it to apply for the CHW Cardiovascular Disease & Diabetes Management (CVD-DM) Specialization\, this 3 hour course will provide the training and certification you need. It is offered by the RI Department of Health and Rhode Island College. \n\n\n\n\nFriday\, June 6th\, 2025\n\n\n\n9am-12pm in person at RI College\, Alger Hall 108\n\n\n\n\nSpace is limited and will take the first 15 people who register. A confirmation email will be sent confirming your acceptance or notifying you if the training is full.Please contact Tonya Glantz – tglantz@ric.edu with questions. \n\n\n\nSubmit interest!
URL:https://chwari.org/event/cpr-aed-training/
LOCATION:Rhode Island College\, 600 Mount Pleasant Street\, Providence\, RI\, 02908\, United States
CATEGORIES:Trainings
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SUMMARY:Trans Topic Tuesdays
DESCRIPTION:Trans Topic Tuesdays are a short\, informal\, weekly learning session dedicated to illuminating complex concepts related to LGBTQIA+ Life\, Health\, and Culture. Sessions frequently explore experiences\, terms\, needs\, treatments\, concepts that are missed in professional education surrounding LGBTQIA+ populations. Target audiences include but are not limited to: healthcare providers and healthcare support staff\, behavioural healthcare providers and their support staff\, education professionals\, government service persons\, human services professionals\, funders\, LGBTQIA+ people and their loved ones\, and more. \n\n\n\n\nRegister!
URL:https://chwari.org/event/trans-topic-tuesdays-2/2025-06-10/
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SUMMARY:Identity Document Training
DESCRIPTION:Join Legal Key for an Unlocking Access®: Identity Documents training.  It will be held on June 12\, 2025 from 12:30pm – 2:00pm\, hosted by Law & Policy Consultant Rebecca Kislak. By the end of this training you will have learned to: \n\n\n\n\nRecognize ways care teams can support individuals who are trying to obtain identifying documents.\n\n\n\nIdentify common obstacles to obtaining identifying documents.\n\n\n\nApply advocacy strategies to assist individuals who are trying to obtain identifying documents.
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SUMMARY:Latinx CHW Support Group
DESCRIPTION:EL GRUPO DE APOYO PARA TRABAJADORES DE LA SALUD LATINOS\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSi! Llego a RI\, ahora tendremos la oportunidad de que nuestras voces sean oidas\, podamos expresarnos con libertad y lo mas importante\, recibir el apoyo que necesitamos.  \n\n\n\nEste es el Grupo de Apoyo para Trabajadores Latinos que se reúnen vía zoom para compartir sus retos\, experiencias\, recursos y escuchamos y entendemos tus problemas en tu propio idioma. \n\n\n\nObtén todo el apoyo que necesitas para hacer mejor tu Trabajo! \n\n\n\nSi tiene alguna pregunta\, envia un correo electronico a Wiston Delgado. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLa continuidad de este grupo es posible gracias a una generosa subvención de Juanita Sánchez Community Fund a través de Rhode Island Foundation. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLatinx CHW Support Group\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis support group for Spanish speaking CHWs meets over zoom. CHWs share their challenges in their own language\, listen compassionately\, and share resources. Get the support you need to do the difficult work you do!  \n\n\n\nFacilitated by Wiston Delgado\, CCHW and Lina Roman\, CCHW. \n\n\n\nEmail Wiston Delgado for the zoom link. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe continuation of this group is possible through a generous grant from the RI Foundation’s Juanita Sánchez Community Fund.
URL:https://chwari.org/event/latinx-chw-support-group-17/
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SUMMARY:World Refugee Day
DESCRIPTION:The Refugee Dream Center is thrilled to announce the return of their most anticipated event of the year – the Annual World Refugee Day Celebration. \n\n\n\nThis incredible celebration is scheduled to take place on Saturday\, June 21st\, at their office located at 747 Broad Street in Providence\, from 11am to 3pm. \n\n\n\nThe event will include music\, arts & crafts\, cultural performances\, and much more! We extend an invitation to join us in this global celebration\, as we honor and recognize the remarkable journeys of refugees in our country.
URL:https://chwari.org/event/world-refugee-day-2/
LOCATION:Refugee Dream Center\, 747 Broad Street\, Providence\, RI\, 02907\, United States
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SUMMARY:“What Works” in CHW Approaches and Innovations
DESCRIPTION:“What Works” in CHW Approaches and Innovations: Report out from the What Works Toolkit Series (WWTS) \n\n\n\nAn event by the National Association of Community Health Workers (NACHW) \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJune 23\, 20253:00 pm – 4:30 pm \n\n\n\nThe What Works Toolkit Series (WWTS) explored CHWs’ experiences and perspectives on “what works” in CHW-led approaches and innovations serving four populations experiencing substantial health burdens and service gaps: people in re-entry\, people experiencing homelessness\, Native Americans/Alaska Natives\, and Native Hawaiians and Pacific Islanders. The WWTS was developed over the course of a year\, guided by an advisory of subject matter experts (SMEs)\, primarily CHWs (including CHRs\, promotoras\, and peers) with decades of professional and lived experience. During the webinar\, we will share key findings of the What Works Toolkit survey and listening sessions and case examples\, breakout room discussion\, and Q&A.
URL:https://chwari.org/event/what-works-in-chw-approaches-and-innovations/
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SUMMARY:Trans Topic Tuesdays
DESCRIPTION:Trans Topic Tuesdays are a short\, informal\, weekly learning session dedicated to illuminating complex concepts related to LGBTQIA+ Life\, Health\, and Culture. Sessions frequently explore experiences\, terms\, needs\, treatments\, concepts that are missed in professional education surrounding LGBTQIA+ populations. Target audiences include but are not limited to: healthcare providers and healthcare support staff\, behavioural healthcare providers and their support staff\, education professionals\, government service persons\, human services professionals\, funders\, LGBTQIA+ people and their loved ones\, and more. \n\n\n\n\nRegister!
URL:https://chwari.org/event/trans-topic-tuesdays-2/2025-06-24/
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SUMMARY:RI CHW Conference 2025
DESCRIPTION:Evaluation Link\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Rhode Island Department of Health is excited to present the CHW Voices Community Health Worker Conference: Building Bridges: Strengthening Communities and Advancing Systems Together—a celebration of the vital role Community Health Workers (CHWs) play in advancing health equity. This conference has been funded by the CCR grant (Community Health Workers for COVID Response and Resilient Communities initiative\, a grant funded by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention).  We acknowledge the partnership of CTC-RI and thank them for their organizational support for this conference! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAgenda:\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n(click to view PDF): \n\n\n\nWorkshops with Resources:\n\n\n\nCHWs in Our Community: Working Across Diverse Settings\nCHWs in Action: Impact Across Multiple SectorsThis session will highlight the many titles CHWs hold\, the challenges of integration\, and the power of CHW leadership in creating more equitable systems. CHWs will share personal stories and strategies for working in multidisciplinary teams while staying rooted in community care\, advocacy\, and lived experience. Participants will leave with a deeper understanding of the value CHWs bring across sectors—and what true integration looks like. \n\n\n\nSpanish: Esta sesión destacará los múltiples roles que desempeñan los promotores de salud\, los desafíos de su integración y el poder de liderazgo de los CHWs para crear sistemas más equitativos. Los CHWs compartirán historias personales y estrategias para trabajar en equipos multidisciplinarios\, manteniéndose siempre arraigados en el cuidado comunitario\, la defensa de derechos y la experiencia vivida. Los participantes saldrán con una comprensión más profunda del valor que aportan los CHWs en distintos sectores—y de lo que significa una integración verdadera. \n\n\n\n\nMotivational Interviewing\nMotivational Interviewing: A Compassionate Way of BeingDevelop your Motivational Interviewing (MI) skills—a person-centered\, compassionate approach that enhances the CHW role. Participants will learn how MI fosters a safe and trusting environment where individuals feel empowered to share openly. They will practice guided conversation techniques that support informed decisions and encourage readiness for positive action aligned with person-centered values and aspirations. \n\n\n\nSpanish: Desarrolla tus habilidades en la Entrevista Motivacional (EM)\, un enfoque compasivo y centrado en la persona que fortalece el rol del promotor de salud. Los participantes aprenderán cómo la EM fomenta un ambiente seguro y de confianza\, donde las personas se sienten con poder para expresarse abiertamente. Practicarán técnicas de conversación guiada que apoyan decisiones informadas y fomentan la disposición a tomar acciones positivas alineadas con los valores y aspiraciones de la persona. \n\n\n\n\nDownload Slide Presentation\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nResources: \n\n\n\n* MI Exercise for CHWs*Agenda Setting Tool – Sample*Agenda Setting Tool – Blank \n\n\n\n\nCHWs in Research: Empowering Community Voices\nCHWs in Research: Empowering Community Voices through ResearchThis interactive session brings together Community Health Workers (CHWs) and a guest researcher to explore how CHWs can play powerful roles in community-engaged research (CER). Panelists will share personal experiences with the CHW Research Training\, highlight how culture\, trust\, and lived experience shape inclusive research\, and discuss the future of CHW involvement in CER. Attendees will leave with practical insights and inspiration to get involved in research that centers community voice.  \n\n\n\nSpanish: Esta sesión interactiva reúne a promotores de salud (CHWs) y a una investigadora invitada para explorar cómo los CHWs pueden desempeñar roles clave en la investigación participativa comunitaria (CER\, por sus siglas en inglés). Los panelistas compartirán experiencias personales con la Capacitación en Investigación para CHWs\, destacarán cómo la cultura\, la confianza y las experiencia vivida dan forma a una investigación inclusiva\, y hablarán sobre el futuro de la participación de los CHWs en la investigación comunitaria. Los participantes saldrán con ideas prácticas e inspiración para involucrarse en investigaciones que centren la voz de la comunidad. \n\n\n\n\nDownload Slide Presentation\n\n\n\n\nResource: Best Practices in CHW Evaluation and Research \n\n\n\n\nEquity by Us: CHWs\, Community\, and Collective Leadership\nEquity by Us: CHWs\, Community\, and Collective LeadershipJoin this interactive conversation on how Rhode Island is advancing health equity through CHW leadership and community collaboration. Explore how Equity Impact Statements\, HEZ initiatives\, and the new CHWARI Advisory Board elevate CHWs as key equity leaders. Bring your ideas\, apply your passion\, and walk away with new connections that lead to the next step on your CHW leadership journey. \n\n\n\nSpanish:Únete a esta conversación interactiva sobre cómo Rhode Island está promoviendo la equidad en salud a través del liderazgo de los promotores de salud y la colaboración comunitaria. Explora cómo las Declaraciones de Impacto en Equidad\, las iniciativas de las Zonas de Equidad en Salud (HEZ)\, y la nueva Junta Asesora de CHWARI posicionan a los CHWs como líderes clave en equidad. Trae tus ideas\, aplica tu pasión y sal con nuevas conexiones que te impulsarán al próximo paso en tu camino como líder CHW. \n\n\n\nResources: \n\n\n\n*Health Equity Zones*Find a HEZ near you \n\n\n\n*Writing an EIS \n\n\n\n\nCommunity Connections: How CHWs support non-English speakers\nCultural Connections in Action: CHWs & CLAS Standards Strengthen Equity in Diverse CommunitiesThis session explores how CHWs can promote the National CLAS Standards to support respectful\, equitable care. Discuss how these tools help build culturally and linguistically appropriate relationships\, promote health literacy\, and guide individuals through care. Participants will learn and share practical strategies to strengthen CHW programs and foster culturally responsive practices in their organizations and communities. \n\n\n\nSpanish: Esta sesión explora cómo los promotores de salud pueden promover los Estándares Nacionales CLAS para apoyar una atención respetuosa y equitativa. Se dialogará sobre cómo estas herramientas ayudan a construir relaciones cultural y lingüísticamente apropiadas\, promueven la alfabetización en salud y guían a las personas a lo largo de su proceso de atención. Los participantes aprenderán y compartirán estrategias prácticas para fortalecer los programas de CHWs y fomentar prácticas culturalmente receptivas en sus organizaciones y comunidades. \n\n\n\n\nDownload Slide Presentation\n\n\n\n\nResources: \n\n\n\n*CLAS standards Plain language  \n\n\n\n\nEnglish\n\n\n\nSpanish\n\n\n\nPortuguese\n\n\n\nCape Verdean Creole\n\n\n\nHaitian Creole\n\n\n\n\n*CLAS Scenario \n\n\n\n*CLAS Case Scenario homework \n\n\n\n\nCHW in Community Wellness: Engaging and Empowering Positive Community\nCHWs in Community Wellness: Engaging and Empowering Positive Community Health OutcomesThis session showcases how evidence-based programs are improving health outcomes across Rhode Island. Through a dynamic presentation and bilingual breakout discussions\, participants will hear from RIDOH\, RIPIN\, Progreso Latino\, and CHW facilitators. Discover how CHWs are leading change\, building trust\, and empowering healthier\, more connected communities through partnerships with public health allies. \n\n\n\nSpanish: Esta sesión presenta cómo los programas basados en evidencia están mejorando los resultados de salud en todo Rhode Island. A través de una presentación dinámica y discusiones en grupos bilingües\, los participantes escucharán a representantes de RIDOH\, RIPIN\, Progreso Latino y facilitadores CHW. Descubre cómo los promotores de salud están liderando el cambio\, construyendo confianza y fortaleciendo comunidades más saludables y conectadas mediante alianzas con actores clave en la salud pública. \n\n\n\nRI Evidence-Based Programs \n\n\n\n\nAdditional Resources\n\n\n\n\nNational Council on CHW Core Consensus Standards website\n\nCore Roles & Competencies Reference Deck:\n\nEnglish\n\n\n\nSpanish\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEnvision Self-Care Resource Links\n\n\n\n\n\nLetter to Your Employer\n\nThe Rhode Island Department of Health has drafted this letter to your employer requesting that they compensate you for your time attending or volunteering at this conference. Use it!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPilar McCloud’s Resources\n\nHer contact info\n\n\n\nThree shared resources:\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nConference Planning Committee\n\n\n\nThese CHWs and allies planned this conference for you!\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFelix A Colon Jr\, LCSW\, CHW \n\n\n\nDirector of Family and Strengthening\, Connecting for Children and Families  \n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nAbout Felix\n\n\n\nFelix Colon’s decade-long tenure at Connecting for Children and Families (CCF) has been marked by remarkable professional ascent and impactful contributions. Starting as a Family Engagement Coordinator\, he rose to become the Director of Family Strengthening\, overseeing both the community health worker team and the Front St Family Center. Alongside his tenure\, Felix pursued academic advancement\, earning a Master’s in Social Work with a Macro focus.In 2017\, Felix seized the opportunity to transition into a Diabetes Prevention coach role\, igniting a trajectory of leading various Diabetes Prevention programs (DPP)\, including workshops on Chronic Disease and Chronic Pain Management. Outside CCF\, Felix’s commitment to community well-being extended to clinical work with youths aged 11-21 at Jamat Housing: Turning The Corner group home. Here\, his focus on Mental Health and Wellness and the Abuse Reactive Treatment Program showcased his exceptional ability to guide individuals through trauma and abuse-related challenges. Felix’s ability to integrate clinical insights into community health initiatives reflects his versatility and dedication to family-centered practice. He is for driving positive change and fostering healthier communities through his advocacy and leadership at CCF and beyond. Felix also co-facilitates monthly Woonsocket Community Health Worker Network meetings with Linda Brunetti from the Autism Project.  \n\n\n\nClose Section\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nÁmbar Delgado\, CCHW \n\n\n\n02907 HEZ Co-chair & CHW Conference Consultant  \n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nAbout Ámbar\n\n\n\nÁmbar Delgado has been a dedicated member of the Rhode Island Community Health Worker (CHW) Conference Planning Committee for the past three years and currently serves as Co-Chair of the 02907 HEZ. She brings a powerful combination of lived experience\, public health knowledge\, and a deep commitment to equity-driven\, community-centered care. Her leadership helps shape inclusive\, culturally responsive programming that reflects the diverse realities of CHWs across the state.Ámbar’s unwavering dedication was recently recognized when she received the Change Maker Award from the American Cancer Society\, American Heart Association\, and American Lung Association of Rhode Island—an honor that highlights her impact in advancing health equity and chronic disease prevention at the community level.Outside of her formal roles\, Ámbar volunteers at Clínica Esperanza\, a free clinic serving uninsured and underinsured populations\, and leads outreach efforts supporting people experiencing homelessness. Whether in professional settings or through grassroots advocacy\, Ámbar remains a passionate force for health justice and systemic change in Rhode Island. \n\n\n\nClose Section\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAlicia Fernades (she/her)\, CCHWCommunity Outreach Representative\, United Healthcare \n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nAbout Alicia\n\n\n\nAlicia Fernandes is a dedicated Community Outreach Representative with UnitedHealthcare Community & State\, where she has served for nearly three years. With over a decade of experience in the health insurance field\, Alicia began her career in Medicare enrollment with Blue Cross Blue Shield and has since held impactful roles including Tier Two Escalation Analyst at HealthSource Rhode Island. Her work has supported vital programs such as the Ryan White AIDS Drug Assistance Program (ADAP) and the Rite Share program.Alicia is deeply committed to addressing social determinants of health and advocating for underserved communities. In her current role\, she not only engages directly with members but also serves as the Coordinator for the Community & State Member Advisory Committee and the Volunteer Coordinator for UnitedHealthcare’s community events—successfully organizing over 1\,000 volunteer hours in the past two years. She is also an active member of UnitedHealthcare’s CIDE (Culture\, Inclusion\, Diversity\, and Equity) Council.Beyond her professional responsibilities\, Alicia is a proud board member of The Empowerment Factory and The Village for Rhode Island Foster and Adoptive Families. She also contributes her time and leadership to several committees in her Smith Hill neighborhood.Alicia’s unwavering passion for service is best captured in her personal mantra: “If I have helped one person today\, I have done my job.” \n\n\n\nClose Section\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMayelyn Gomez (she/her)\, CCHWRI Works Statewide Partnership Coordinator\, CCAP \n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nAbout Mayelyn\n\n\n\nMayelyn is a dedicated leader and community advocate with a bachelor’s degree in Organizational Leadership. Currently Pursing a Master’s degree in Public Administration. Mayelyn is committed to driving meaningful change and fostering positive development within her community. As a mother of four she brings resilience\, motivation\, and purpose to every endeavor. In addition she enjoys journaling and working out\, which fuels her personal growth and well-being.  \n\n\n\nClose Section\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAhkia Green (she/her)\, CCHWCHW\, Oak Street Health \n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nAbout Ahkia\n\n\n\nAhkia Green is proud to be serving as part of the conference planning committee this year. She come swith 3 years of experience as a community health worker in the Woonsocket\, Cumberland\, Lincoln\, Smithfield territory. She started working as an official CHW on 7/23 and received her CCHW 4/24. In this time she has established endless relationships with patients within the community and been an advocate for those in need.  \n\n\n\nClose Section\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGeraldine McPhee\, CCHWPolicy & Systems Specialist\, RIPIN \n\n\n\nCommunity Health Worker Consultant\, Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH) \n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nAbout Gerry\n\n\n\nGeraldine McPhee has over 45 years of experience building community with people with disabilities and learning differences. She is a CCHW and a recognized facilitator of family and community engagement at RIPIN\, Inc. With support from the Rhode Island Department of Health\, she co-founded RI CHW Voices with Swanette Salazar.  She finds resiliency in relationships with others\, in nature\, and through the arts. \n\n\n\nClose Section\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLina Roman (she/her)\, CCHW \n\n\n\nCommunity Health Worker Supervisor\, Rhode Island Support Network \n\n\n\nFounder\, Latinx Support Group for CHWs \n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nAbout Lina\n\n\n\nLina Roman\, holds an Associate Certificate in Computer Office Technology from New England Tech\, a Certificate in Social and Human Services from Rhode Island College\, and certification as a Community Health Worker (CHW) from RIC/CHWARI. Over the years\, she has dedicated herself to serving the Hispanic community\, leveraging her skills and expertise to ensure access to vital health programs and resources.As the Bilingual Program Coordinator at CHWARI\, she leads training sessions in Spanish for our CHWs\, empowering them to effectively serve Spanish-speaking populations. At Integra Care of New England\, she has spent 6 ½ years as a CCHW in a complex care program\, assisting patients in addressing both medical conditions and social needs\, particularly those frequenting emergency rooms.“My passion lies in advocating for the Hispanic community\, with a focus on preventing and managing chronic illnesses. I have been a staunch advocate for lead poisoning prevention\, striving to protect families from this pervasive threat. Additionally\, my involvement as a Board Director at CLAP underscores my commitment to addressing disparities\, particularly concerning the homeless population.In 2023\, I served as an ambassador for the 1st Conference for CHWs in RI\, furthering my dedication to advancing the field. Currently\, I lead a Latinx Support Group for CHWs in RI\, providing mentorship and support to new CHWs while fostering a collaborative and empowering environment.I participated this year as a Panelist on the Summit for RIPHA 2024\, Innovative Approaches to Advance Health Equity; my topic was talk in regards to “Bridging Communication Gaps in Marginalized Communities as Latinx”.Looking ahead\, I am committed to continuing my education and expanding my impact within the Hispanic community and the most important is educating them how to prevent chronic conditions and be healthier. Whether through further certifications\, innovative initiatives\, or policy advocacy\, I am determined to make a meaningful difference in the lives of those I serve. I do want to explore other areas and used all my experience and expertise as a CHW to help our communities.” \n\n\n\nClose Section\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSwanette Salazar (she/her)\, CCHW \n\n\n\nLead Community Health Worker Consultant\, CTC-RI\, Community Health Worker Supervisor\, FSRI \n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nAbout Swanette\n\n\n\nSwanette Salazar is the RI Community Health Worker Ambassador for the National Association of Community Health Workers and the Lead Community Health Worker for the First Connection Program at the Family Service of Rhode Island non-profit organization. In her role\, she serves new families\, foster youth\, and families with children.  She also serves as the Lead CHW Consultant for the Rhode Island Equity Initiative\, where she actively supports CHWs as an engaged partner for multidisciplinary teams\, valuing their contributions and advancing community and clinical linkages. Swanette has been recognized as part of the Governor’s Team Rhode Island and was recently named the 2024 Elizabeth Burke Bryant Hero Award recipient from Brown University’s Hassenfeld Institute for her work with children and families in RI. \n\n\n\nClose Section\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRachel Young (she/her)\, CHW \n\n\n\nEngagement Coordinator\, Alliance for Community Health Worker Employers\, Health Initiatives\, RIPIN \n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nAbout Rachel\n\n\n\nRachel Young\, Engagement Coordinator for the Alliance for CHW Employers\, is passionate about a holistic approach to promoting health and wellness\, focusing not only on individual behavior change but also on building organizational capacity and community support systems. As a facilitator of wellness workshops\, she believes strongly that sharing evidence-based practices\, enables individuals to make informed decisions about their health and equips them with the knowledge and tools to make positive lifestyle changes. \n\n\n\nClose Section\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThank You To Our Sponsors\n\n\n\n\nRhode Island Department of Health\n\n\n\nCommunity Health Worker Association of Rhode Island\n\n\n\nRIPIN\n\n\n\nFamily Service of RI\n\n\n\nMeals on Wheels\n\n\n\nPear Suite\n\n\n\nMelior Inc / Asthenis Pharmacy\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvaluation Link\n\n\n\n\nYou must complete an evalution to get your certificate of attendance.
URL:https://chwari.org/event/ri-chw-conference-2025/
CATEGORIES:CHW Networking Gatherings
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SUMMARY:CHW Voices
DESCRIPTION:For Leadership and Advocacy \n\n\n\n\n\nJoin us!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nZoom Link\n\n\n\n\nThis link was updated on 9/19/24 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCHW Voices participants can always expect to:  \n\n\n\n\nMeet other CHWs \n\n\n\nContribute to policy discussions\n\n\n\nStrengthen community connections\n\n\n\nJoin networking groups\n\n\n\nKeep up to date on CHW news\n\n\n\n\nDid you participate in the 2023 RI CHW Conference – or wish you had?Join other CHWs to share your ideas and play a part in planning for the next CHW Conference in 2024.  Email questions here.  \n\n\n\nThis zoom link will be the same for each month’s session:https://ctc-ri.zoom.us/j/99461656622?pwd=RjVhT05jWmZjaHY1eWlobXdPMDk0UT09
URL:https://chwari.org/event/chw-voices-13/2025-06-30/
CATEGORIES:CHW Networking Gatherings,Events
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