WI CHW Network Committees
The CHW Network committees serve as the vehicle to advance the sustainability of the CHW workforce. The committees below have been chosen by CHWs in Wisconsin as priorities to focus the work and ownership of the network by and for CHWs. These committees are open to all, whether you are interested in getting involved as a member, a leadership position, or just want to learn more and connect with CHWs around the state.
WI CHW Network Subcommittees
Curriculum & Training
Community Clinical Linkages
Community Clinical Linkages
Identifies competency-based curriculum models and provides a platform for peer learning. It focuses on professional development, credentialing, and specialized training opportunities, supporting the "Advancing the CHW Workforce in Wisconsin" proposal.
Community Clinical Linkages
Community Clinical Linkages
Community Clinical Linkages
Identifies workforce development and job creation models that involve integrating CHWs into various settings, clinical and social, as a part of the care-based team. Provides education and guidance for CHWs employment sites (healthcare institutions and community-based organizations) by sharing integration models and offering CHW Supervisor
Identifies workforce development and job creation models that involve integrating CHWs into various settings, clinical and social, as a part of the care-based team. Provides education and guidance for CHWs employment sites (healthcare institutions and community-based organizations) by sharing integration models and offering CHW Supervisor training and support. Coordinates career path development-multi sector group, providing CHW Mentoring, educating community supervisors/clinical leadership, and internal policy practices and accountability.
Advocacy
Community Clinical Linkages
Research & Evaluation
Develops media campaigns and strategies for increasing awareness and support for Community Health Workers (CHWs). Coordinates events like CHW Advocacy Day and supports the "Advancing the CHW Workforce in Wisconsin" initiative for outreach and recruitment.
Research & Evaluation
Research & Evaluation
Research & Evaluation
Establishes protocols for evaluating CHW impact and outcomes. Explores legislation and payment models to support CHW services and addresses health disparities through research.
Conference Planning
Research & Evaluation
Workforce Development
Organizes the annual CHW conference, focusing on learning and skill-building opportunities for CHWs. The committee also engages in fundraising and supports the network's structure and policy development.
Workforce Development
Research & Evaluation
Workforce Development
Oversees the development of the CHW apprenticeship model, focusing on creating structured training and career progression pathways for Community Health Workers. This committee plays a crucial role in shaping the future of CHW professional development and workforce integration.
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