Community Health Worker Coalition:
Advancing Health Equity Through Community-Led Care
"Our model is uniquely tailored to uplift and empower. We’ve trained numerous Latinx-trusted members of the community to reach their fullest potential—and now, they’re proudly replicating this proven model in communities across Washington State, expanding its reach and deepening its impact.”"
Here are the reasons why we would like to Continued Funding for Perinatal Depression Services for Migrant and Refugee Communities in Washington State
Fig. 1 Perinatal Depression Historical Sequences
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Fig. 2 Map of Perinatal Depression Participants' Program
VISION
OUR MISSION
To increase the capacity and competencies of CHWs/Community Champions for meeting the needs of underserved communities by creating sustainable opportunities, implementing innovative solutions, and cultivating productive partnerships.
We embody CHWCMR values by implementing community-driven programming, coordinating support for underserved populations, and advocating for systemic change. Our model emphasizes proactive outreach, inclusive leadership, and sustainability.
Driving Excellence in Migrant and Refugee Health Advocacy
Health systems often struggle to reach mobile and vulnerable populations. Our coalition specializes in developing strategies for migrant and refugee health advocacy that are rooted in trust, language accessibility, and cultural humility. By standardizing the role of the CHW, we are actively transforming public health systems to be more inclusive and effective.
Our organization serves as the central hub for professional excellence:
- Specialized Education: We offer industry-leading CHW training programs designed to equip workers with the skills to address social determinants of health, trauma-informed care, and complex healthcare navigation.
- Systemic Advocacy: We work alongside policy makers to integrate CHWs into mainstream clinical pathways, aiming to support migrant healthcare access at every level of the system.
- Knowledge Exchange: Our CHW coalition resources provide practitioners with peer-reviewed guides, toolkits, and best practices for delivering effective outreach in diverse communities.
Seeking New BOD Members
CHWCMR is currently looking for active collaborators to join our Board of Directors to ensure the continued financial and operational health of the organization. We are looking for individuals with a passion for equity-based solutions who will embrace and
promote our efforts to develop and sustain a strong organization, oversee operational planning including financial operations, and support raising funds to support the organization.
Bridging the Gap:
Empowering Communities Through Health
The Community Health Worker (CHW) Coalition is a national leader in the movement to provide sustainable, culturally competent healthcare to migrant and refugee populations. We believe that health is a fundamental human right, regardless of immigration status or geographic origin. By fostering a robust community health worker network, we empower local leaders to act as the vital bridge between underserved populations and the formal healthcare system.
Our mission is anchored in the belief that those best suited to support the health of a community are members of that community themselves. We advocate for the professional recognition, fair compensation, and specialized training of CHWs, ensuring they have the tools necessary to dismantle systemic barriers to wellness and promote health equity for immigrants nationwide.