About the
Network
In 2021, the Community Health Worker Initiative, in collaboration with its partners, launched the Georgia Community Health Worker Network. The Community Health Worker Network serves as a professional network for community health workers in Georgia.
The Community Health Worker Network provides opportunities for community health workers (CHWs) to collaborate and learn together. Participants discuss updates on local, regional, and national CHW events; activities; policy development; and highlight local CHW projects. The Georgia Community Health Worker Network also advises the advisory board on professional development opportunities (trainings) and CHW career ladder development. The Community Health Worker Network also works in collaboration with the Georgia Community Health Worker Advocacy Coalition to create materials for employers, supervisors, legislators, and the community regarding the role of the CHW.
Mission
To unify the voices of community health workers in Georgia by strengthening the profession’s capacity to promote health equity and healthy communities through leadership, research, education, and policy development.
Vision
Community health workers in Georgia are united — serving as change agents, building capacity, providing resources, and partnering with communities to achieve health equity.
Steering Committee
Chair – Krischelle Brown
Vice Chair – Danina Battle
Ambassador – Adrianne Proeller
Metro Atlanta Region Chair – Serena Benton
Southeast Regional Chair – Alanna Lewis
Southwest Region Chair – Cassenda Nelson
2025 Annual Goals
- Increase and retain membership of the Georgia CHW Network
- Increase professional development and training opportunities for
CHWs throughout Georgia - Increase access to health care resources for Georgians
- Raise awareness about housing resources and tenant rights
- Increase collaboration for the development of CHW workforce