Community Health Alignment

Virginia Community Health Worker Association Monthly Meeting
2023-07-18 14:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | Zoom
he Virginia Community Health Worker Association (VACHWA) is a space for Community Health Workers (inclusive of all titles) to network and grow personally and professionally through education and advocacy.
Meetings are held on the 3rd Tuesday of each month from 2-3 pm. Due to the Covid-19 pandemic, our meetings will be online via Google Meet for the foreseeable future. See access information below:
**ZOOM MEETINGS**
You are invited to a Zoom meeting.
Register in advance for this meeting:
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OR
Meeting ID#:
928 4244 7766‬
** “AGENDA TOPICS**
Introductions – Officer’s Report – Guest Speaker – New, Good and Thought Provoking – Closing Remarks

SE CHW Network - Monthly Meeting
2023-07-18 10:30 - 12:00, 2023-02-21 10:30 - 12:00 | Zoom
The Southeast CHW Network Monthly Meeting is an opportunity for all members to come together & share updates, learn from guest speakers, and grow together as a collective network to help advanced health equity across the Southeastern United States.
These meetings are inclusive and open to all! Please share with your networks so we can learn & grow together to collectively further the CHW profession!
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Diabetes Management & Prevention Training
2023-07-06 09:00 - 2023-07-14 12:00 | Zoom
Understanding Chronic Disease – July 6th & 7th (9 am – 11:30 am EST)
Supporting Participants Living with Diabetes – July 10th – 14th (9 am – 12 pm EST)
Virtually facilitated via Zoom. To register for any or all of the training components, please follow this link. This training curriculum is designed for CHWs and health professionals working within similar roles. It is offered in two parts. The first component (5 hrs) provides learners with an introduction to understanding chronic disease. This introduction module encompasses topics such as: obesity, overweight, BMI, chronic & non-chronic conditions, infectious & non-infectious conditions, and an overview of prediabetes, type I, type II, and gestational diabetes. The second, or advanced, (15 hrs) component of this training provides a more in-depth review of supporting clients living with diabetes. We will cover healthy behaviors to assist with chronic disease management as it relates to health coaching. We also offer a gestational diabetes module in addition to the introductory and advanced training components. Facilitation of this module is based on expressed demand. If you would like to participate in this additional module, please contact Sarah Covington-Kolb, CCHA Perinatal Programs Manager, at SC77@mailbox.sc.edu

2023 Florida Annual CHW Summit
2023-06-22 08:00 - 2023-06-23 17:00 | Sheraton Orlando North, 600 N Lake Destiny Rd, Maitland, FL, 32751, United States
The Florida Community Health Worker Coalition hosts its annual meeting and signature CHW Summit annually. This is the largest gathering of CHWs and their allies in the state of Florida. The Summit is filled with plenaries, break-out sessions, networking and more. We’re excited to announce that we’re back in Orlando, Florida on June 22-23, 2023. Early Bird registration opens April 7, 2023!
Call for Presentations: https://forms.gle/Td59WV7ekv1GaME88

Virginia Community Health Worker Association Monthly Meeting
2023-06-20 14:00 - 15:00, 2023-04-18 14:00 - 15:00 | Zoom
The Virginia Community Health Worker Association (VACHWA) is a space for Community Health Workers (inclusive of all titles) to network and grow personally and professionally through education and advocacy.
Meetings are held on the 3rd Tuesday of each month from 2-3 pm. Due to the Covid-19 pandemic, our meetings will be online via Google Meet for the foreseeable future. See access information below:
**ZOOM MEETINGS**
You are invited to a Zoom meeting.
Register in advance for this meeting:
https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJYlc-usqjwtHNKfQRbYix7WO81o_jV-PauE
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
OR
Meeting ID#:
928 4244 7766‬
** “AGENDA TOPICS**
Introductions – Officer’s Report – Guest Speaker – New, Good and Thought Provoking – Closing Remarks

SE CHW Network – Monthly Meeting
2023-06-20 10:30 - 12:00, 2023-05-16 10:30 - 12:00, 2023-04-18 10:30 - 12:00, 2023-03-21 10:30 - 12:00 | Zoom

Summer CHW Core Competency Training
2023-06-19 09:00 - 2023-08-10 12:00 | Zoom
June 19th – August 10th. Monday – Friday. 9 am – 12 pm (EST)

This training will be facilitated virtually, via Zoom.
Learners will be equipped with the foundational knowledge necessary to begin work as a Community Health Worker. Participants who complete all phases of training are eligible to sit for the SC CHW Certification Exam administered by the SC CHW Association. This training curriculum is rooted in participatory learning techniques and emphasizes skills and competencies following the C3 Project Core Competencies of CHWs.
Training is comprised of 161 hours over approximately 6 weeks. Broken down into 3 weeks of facilitated learning (June 19 – July 7), a 2-week break for practicum completion (July 10 – July 24), and 3 additional weeks of facilitated learning (July 25 – Aug 10).
For more information, please visit our CHW Core Competency FAQ page. If you have any further questions regarding this training, please contact CCHA Training Assistant, Mychelle Harris, at mychelle@sc.edu. To register for this training, please follow this link.

SCCHWA 2nd Quarterly Meeting
2023-06-16 09:00 - 12:00 | SC Thrive, 120 Research Drive, Columbia, SC, 29203
SC Thrive Columbia
June 16, 2023
9:00am-12:00pm

SCCHWA CHW Certification Exam
2023-06-15 12:00 - 14:00
Community Health Workers enrolled in the Core Competency Training will be administered the South Carolina Community Health Workers Association Certification Exam on June 15th. The Core Competency Review Day is June 9th from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm.

2023 GA CHW Statewide Summit
2023-06-15 10:00 - 17:00 | Callaway Resort and Gardens, 17617 US Hwy 27, Pine Mountain, Georgia, 31822
For Georgia CHWs, allies and advocates: Please join us for the 2023 GA CHW Statewide Summit, June 15, 2023, at Callaway Resort and Gardens. We are excited to celebrate the accomplishments and future of Community Health Workers across Georgia.
For more information or to register click here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2023-ga-community-health-worker-summit-tickets-611251147637

SCCHWA CHW Certification Exam Review Day
2023-06-09 10:00 - 12:00
Community Health Workers enrolled in the Community Health Worker Institute’s Core Competency Training are invited to join us for a review session in preparation for the South Carolina Community Health Workers Association Certification Exam on June 16th. This review session will last from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm on June 9th. If you have any questions, please contact mychelle@sc.edu.

Oral Health Specialty Track Training
2023-06-02 09:00 - 17:00 | Pee Dee Region, 1705 W Evans St., Florence, SC, 29501, United States
Developed in partnership with DHEC Department of Oral Health & SC Oral Health Coalition. Based on Smiles for Life curriculum, this training includes child oral health, adult oral health, geriatric oral health, and oral health during pregnancy. Learn how CHWs successfully address the oral health needs of the state and the needs of their participants.
To register for this training, please complete the following application form: https://forms.gle/WK66KsYCq8mFKx876
Training venue TBD. Offered on both June 1st and June 2nd.

Oral Health Specialty Track Training
2023-06-01 09:00 - 17:00 | Pee Dee Region, 1705 W Evans St., Florence, SC, 29501, United States
Developed in partnership with DHEC Department of Oral Health & SC Oral Health Coalition. Based on Smiles for Life curriculum, this training includes child oral health, adult oral health, geriatric oral health, and oral health during pregnancy. Learn how CHWs successfully address the oral health needs of the state and the needs of their participants.
To register for this training, please complete the following application form: https://forms.gle/WK66KsYCq8mFKx876
Offered on both June 1st and June 2nd.

CHW Supervisor Training
2023-05-22 10:00 - 2023-05-26 12:00 | Zoom
Facilitated Monday – Friday.
This training curriculum is made for those overseeing Community Health Workers who want to gain a deeper understanding of the role CHWs serve in their communities, address common challenges, and maximize opportunities. Participants will gain tools to effectively support the work of the CHWs they supervise. Please visit our Supervisor FAQ page for more information. To register for this training please follow this link.
If you have any questions or concerns regarding this training, please contact the CHWI Training Team at CHWInstitute@gmail.com

Hopes and Dreams 2023
2023-05-03 | R2i2 Conference Center, 763 Fashion Dr, Columbia, SC, 29229, United States
Speakers and Workshop Hosts: Request for Proposals are now open!
Register now: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/family-connection-of-south-carolinas-2023-hopes-and-dreams-conference-tickets-591831573167

Arkansas Community Health Worker Association 2023 Annual Summit
2023-04-27 - 2023-04-28 | Marriott in Downtown Little Rock
CHWs, allies, and community stakeholders are invited to attend the 2023 ARCHWA annual summit. The summit will be held on Thursday, April 27 (10 a.m. – 5 p.m.) and Friday, April 28 (9 a.m. – 3 p.m.) with professional development and hot topics including mental health, COVID-19, CHW workforce updates, self-care, HIV, CHW certification, regional networking and more!
Register for the summit!
https://ARCHWA2023.eventbrite.com
Individual CHWs in Arkansas register for free by clicking “Get Tickets” then using the discount code: CHW2023
Allies, community stakeholders and out of state guests register for $25.
Need a hotel room?
Individual CHWs in Arkansas:
We are thrilled to have scholarships available for overnight lodging for community health workers during the summit. These scholarships are first come, first served. Please reach out to Judy Pile to learn more and sign up at judypilear@gmail.com
If you would like to book a room at the Marriott and self-pay, please use the reservation link below for a discounted room rate of $169 / night by April 15th.
Allies, Community Stakeholders and Out of State Guests:
Please join us to learn more about CHWs and how this critical role improves health outcomes in our communities in Arkansas. Allies and stakeholders have a discounted room rate of $169 / night during the summit if reservations are made by April 15th.
Reservation Link for Marriott Downtown Little Rock
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NCCHWA CHW Advocacy Day
2023-04-19 09:00 - 17:00 | State Capitol in Raleigh
Lets come together and support North Carolina Community Health Worker Association (NCCHWA) as they prepare for their CHW Advocacy Day on 4/19! Share the below information with your networks and if you are local and able to attend please do! Visit NCCHWA’s Facebook or Linkedin if you would like to share/re-post!

Advocacy Day for
Community Health Workers

The North Carolina Community Health Worker Association invites you to join us on 4/19 from 9am-5pm at the state capitol in Raleigh for a hill day to educate our legislators about the CHW workforce and our impact on communities across NC. Join us to meet with your local representatives, share your story, and highlight the needs of your community. We want your legislators to hear from you, their constituents! We’ll provide contact info and scripts for how to contact your legislator, training on how to engage with your legislator day of, and other resources that you can use to engage in legislative advocacy. Your stories are important and need to be heard, and we are here to support you in lifting them up! Sign up here to join us in advocating for CHWs across NC. We can’t wait to see you in Raleigh on 4/19. Please share with your friends and colleagues, and contact info@ncchwa.org with any questions.

La Asociación de Promotores de Salud de Carolina del Norte quiere que se una con nosotros el 19 de abril de 9am a 5pm en la capital estatal para un día de Colina para educar nuestros legisladores sobre la fuerza laboral de los promotores de salud y nuestro impacto en las comunidades de Carolina del norte. Únase a nosotros para reunirse con sus representantes locales, compartir su historia y resaltar las necesidades de su comunidad. ¡Queremos que sus legisladores escuchen de ustedes, sus electores! Proporcionaremos información de contacto y guiones sobre cómo comunicarse con su legislador, capacitación sobre cómo interactuar con su legislador el día y otros recursos que puede usar para participar en la abogacía legislativa. ¡Tus historias son importantes y necesitan ser escuchadas, y estamos aquí para ayudarte a levantarlas! Registrese aquí para unirse a nosotros en la abogacía de los Promotores de Salud en Carolina del Norte. No podemos esperar a verte en Raleigh el 19/4. Comparta con sus amigos y colegas, y comuníquese con info@ncchwa.org si tiene alguna pregunta.

CHW Opioid Misuse Prevention Specialty Training
2023-04-17 13:00 - 2023-04-21 15:30
April 17th – April 21st. 1 pm – 3:30 pm. Mon – Fri
Our Opioid Use Disorder Curriculum was co-developed by full-time staff within CCHA and development was spearheaded by former CCHA practicum student, Selena Ready DeConti. The curriculum development included an in-depth literature review as well as extensive consultation from Community Health Workers with experience in substance use prevention settings. The finalized curriculum is 12.5 hours of participatory learning that encompasses topics including, but not limited to Opioid Use Disorder trends/statistics, opioid overdose prevention concepts, treatment and recovery concepts, communications strategies related to stigma, patient privacy considerations, and the role of Community Health Workers in the effort to reduce the negative impacts of opioid use. If you are interested in this training, please register here. If you would like more information, please contact Community Health Worker Institute Training Assistant, Mychelle Harris at mychelle@sc.edu

SCCHWA CHW Certification Exam
2023-04-14 12:00 - 14:00
Community Health Workers enrolled in the Core Competency Training will be administered the South Carolina Community Health Workers Association Certification Exam on April 14th from 12:00 pm to 2:00 pm (EST). The Core Competency Review Day is April 7th from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm.

Spring CHW Core Competency Training
2023-04-10 09:00 - 2023-05-19 16:00 | Sandhills, 120 Research Dr., Columbia, SC, 29203, United States
April 10th – May 19th. Monday – Friday. 9 am – 4 pm. (1 hr break for lunch)
This training will be held in person in the Sandhills Region. 120 Research Dr. Columbia, SC 29203.
Learners will be equipped with the foundational knowledge necessary to begin work as a Community Health Worker. Participants who complete all phases of training are eligible to sit for the SC CHW Certification Exam administered by the SC CHW Association. This training curriculum is rooted in participatory learning techniques and emphasizes skills and competencies following the C3 Project Core Competencies of CHWs.
Training is comprised of 161 hours over approximately 6 weeks. Broken down into 2 weeks of facilitated learning (Apr. 10 – Apr. 20), a 4-week break for practicum completion (Apr. 21 – May 12), and 1 additional week of facilitated learning (May 15 – May 19).
For more information, please visit our CHW Core Competency FAQ page. If you have any further questions regarding this training, please contact CCHA Training Assistant, Mychelle Harris, at mychelle@sc.edu. To register for this training, please follow this link.

SCCHWA Certification Exam Review Day
2023-04-07 10:00 - 12:00
Community Health Workers enrolled in the Community Health Worker Institute’s Core Competency Training are invited to join us for a review session in preparation for the South Carolina Community Health Workers Association Certification Exam on April 14th. This review session will last from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm on April 7th. If you have any questions, please contact mychelle@sc.edu.

CHW Supervisor Training
2023-03-27 10:00 - 2023-03-31 12:00
Monday-Friday. Via Zoom.
This training curriculum is for those overseeing Community Health Workers who want to gain a deeper understanding of the role CHWs serve in their communities, address common challenges, and maximize opportunities. Participants will gain tools to effectively support the work of the CHWs they supervise. Please visit our Supervisor FAQ page for more information. To register for this training please follow this link.
If you have any questions, please contact CCHA Training Assistant Mychelle Harris, at mychelle@sc.edu.

Diabetes Management & Prevention Training - FULL
2023-03-09 09:00 - 2023-03-17 12:00
Understanding Chronic Disease – March 9th & 10th (9 am – 11:30 am EST)
Supporting Participants Living with Diabetes – March 13th – 17th (9 am – 12 pm EST)
Virtually facilitated via Zoom. To register for any or all of the training components, please follow this link. This training curriculum is designed for CHWs and health professionals working within similar roles. It is offered in two parts. The first component (5 hrs) provides learners with an introduction to understanding chronic disease. This introduction module encompasses topics such as: obesity, overweight, BMI, chronic & non-chronic conditions, infectious & non-infectious conditions, and an overview of prediabetes, type I, type II, and gestational diabetes. The second, or advanced, (15 hrs) component of this training provides a more in-depth review of supporting clients living with diabetes. We will cover healthy behaviors to assist with chronic disease management as it relates to health coaching. We also offer a gestational diabetes module in addition to the introductory and advanced training components. Facilitation of this module is based on expressed demand. If you would like to participate in this additional module, please contact Sarah Covington-Kolb, CCHA Perinatal Programs Manager, at SC77@mailbox.sc.edu

Georgia Community Health Worker Awareness Day
2023-03-07 10:00 - 14:00 | Tull Fellowship Hall, 201 Washington St SW, Atlanta, SC, 30303, United States
Please join us for
Georgia Community Health Worker Awareness Day
March 7, 2023
10am – 2:00pm
Community Health Workers, also known as Navigators, Promotoras, Outreach Workers, Community Health Aids, Health Promoters, and many other names, function in a variety of roles, and are typically from the community they serve.
CHWs wear many hats within the community, as well as within various health, social service, and other systems. CHW Awareness Day will help to educate and inform state legislators about the Community Health Worker (CHW) workforce.
Please join us on March 7th as we share more about how CHWs create a positive impact on the health and well-being of communities across Georgia!
Location
Central Presbyterian Church
Tull Fellowship Hall
201 Washington St SW
Atlanta, GA 30303
Contact: ntaylor@georgiawatch.org

Register Now

Central Presbyterian Church
Please click HERE for directions.
Parking available at:
Steve Polk Parking Lot
65 Martin Luther King, Jr. Drive, Atlanta, GA
Located near Underground Atlanta & Georgia Railroad Freight Depot.
For more parking options click HERE
Travel Scholarships Available
For attendees traveling more than 100 miles round trip please click HERE to apply for a travel scholarship.

LGBTQIA+ Specialty Track- Cancelled
2023-02-13 09:00 - 2023-02-24 12:00
THIS TRAINING HAS BEEN CANCELLED. Please register for the next available LGBTQIA+ Specialty Track training.
Monday-Friday. February 13th- 24th. 9 AM – 12 PM (EST)
Our LGBTQIA+ specialty track was co-developed by CCHA and Dr. Vanessa Kitzie’s team at the UofSC School of Library and Information Science. With the input of participants who identify as members of/allies close to the LGBTQIA+ community, the co-developers aim to provide this 30-hour training as a resource to Community Health Workers, other community-facing professionals, or anyone interested in such who want to gain better understanding of the LGBGTQIA+ community, historical strengths and barriers relevant to the community, and potential ways to support the community in efforts to work towards equitable health. Full development of the training is anticipated to be completed in the first quarter of 2022. If you are interested in this training or would like more information, please contact Community Health Worker Institute Training Manager, M. Greg Green at mgreggreen@sc.edu
To register, please complete this application form. For more information regarding the overall project, visit our “Focus Areas” page devoted to this initiative.
