We train and support Community Health Workers to improve access to healthcare, housing, and essential services across Nebraska.
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NCHWA
NCHWA serves as a pivotal resource and impact platform for Community Health Workers across Nebraska. Our aim is to provide training, job opportunities, and community engagement solutions to empower everyone. Through initiatives that enhance healthcare access, we are committed to improving the wellbeing of our local communities. We believe in the power of informed and dedicated health advocates working together.
Mission, Vision, and Values Statement
Mission
To unify, support, and elevate Nebraska’s Community Health Worker workforce as agents of change through advocacy, training, professional development, and partnerships that advance health equity and lessen all social barriers that impact community well‑being.
Vision
A Nebraska where Community Health Workers are financially sustainable, fully recognized, and valued as essential contributors to public health, healthcare, and community resilience.
Values
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Equity: We champion fair access to health and opportunity for all communities.
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Community: We honor lived experience, cultural knowledge, and community leadership.
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Integrity: We operate with transparency, accountability, and ethical practice.
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Collaboration: We build strong partnerships across sectors and systems.
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Empowerment: We support CHWs in developing skills, leadership, and professional identity.
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Respect: We value the voices, cultures, and strengths of Nebraska’s diverse communities.