2011 Immigrated from PR, experienced uncertain circumstances, fear, loneliness, language barrier, all challenges to receive services. Hard to access resources without guidance and help, more to those who struggle with status. Advocate for me and my community. Certified CHW, making a difference with necessary knowledge and still learning to serve better. 2022 diagnosed with 3 unrelated cancers changed my life, now helped to serve better those in similar journey, working for DBCC. I will not stop, gain knowledge, access tools, help others to prepare as CHW. Being part of the Board can help me to advocate understanding how we can make difference and the benefits of recognize CHW skills.

I’ve spent my entire career in the community—I’ve been a health educator, community organizer, coalition builder, and advocate. I’ve also managed healthcare facilities, worked for health plans, and led health policy campaigns. While it’s clear that our healthcare system is broken, I’ve never before had so much hope. I have hope because of the unmatched skills and the relentless passion of community health workers. Every day, I have the honor of partnering with CHWs across the country, and as a NACHW board member, I am deeply committed to fighting for the needs and interests of CHWs everywhere. You deserve it.

As a long-time Community Health Worker, I’m honored to be considered for the National Association of Community Health Workers’ Board of Directors. My vision is one of unity, inclusivity, innovation, and impact. As the eldest daughter of Hmong refugees, I understand the struggles families face and the barriers to positive outcomes. My lived experience coupled with my 20+ years in healthcare and public health, fuel my commitment to amplifying underestimated voices and driving sustainable change. Together, we will advance equity, empower communities and transform our workforce for generations to come.

I’m Kim Jay, a senior CHW and training manager with Sinai Urban Health Institute in Chicago, Illinois. I am running for reelection to see our mission through.

As a past ambassador and board member, I have seen the incredible progress made by leveraging our collective expertise. NACHW is entering a pivotal phase, and I am eager to help shape its future. Our mission is to ensure community health workers worldwide are recognized, respected, and fairly compensated. I am committed to addressing challenges and fostering change, standing in solidarity with all of you, and amplifying our voices. Your heart work matters!

“If it’s meant to be, it’s up to me.” These lines govern the life of Lillie Fox serving the community for over 40+ years. Lillie has been dedicated to community service and servant leadership within schools, churches, prisons, CHW Associations, and more. Lillie currently works as a CHW at the Center for Community Health Alignment where she connects families to needed resources. She serves as NACHW Board Chair and stays active in state CHW Associations. She received the SCCHWA CHW Outstanding Leadership Award.Lillie looks forward to continuing the great work of our national organization as a NACHW board member.

As a board member seeking re-election from the state of Texas, I find myself with the responsibility to bridge the founder board’s spirit with new board members’ energy. NACHW continues to grow and transition. Having board members that are up to the challenge will be crucial in the coming years. In my previous cycle, I have engaged board and staff in conversations to make NACHW stronger. I vow to continue to hold NACHW to the highest standards and to ensure sustainability. As a chair of the Development Committee, we have started conversations about long-term sustainability and financial growth for NACHW.

Hello! My name is Tyra Jones and I am currently running to become a member of the NACHW Board of Directors. I am a former CHW Trainer. I started my journey as a CHW in 2018, around the time when the This particular Board position is important to me, because I am completely vested in the work that CHWs do. I experienced it firsthand. So, I know it is impactful on so many levels. Being on this board will give me a chance to speak on behalf of CHWS and help voice some of their needs

I have been a CHW supervisor, trainer, researcher, and cheerleader since 2011. I have spent four years on the NACHW board in various leadership roles, currently as the Treasurer and previously as the co-chair of the Workforce Development committee.

I am a Governing Councilor for the APHA CHW Section and on the core team for the C3 Project. I work as a consultant on CHW training and workforce development projects with partners around the country.

I have been honored to invest my time and talents into NACHW and if reelected I look forward to doing so more in the future.

I am a CHW with the Multnomah County Health Department in Oregon.

With 35+ years of experience as a CHW working on the front line with community members, not only bringing resources but teaching and supporting them to be self-sustaining. Also providing education, training and technical assistance for CHWs and CHW programs nationwide.

I believe I can further contribute to the Policy Committee, which impacts the CHW profession and requires substantial investment for progress.
The CHW profession grew from efforts to enhance health equity and health access. We need to transform the system by recognizing and elevating the CHW profession.