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    Welcome to VACHWA
    Let's Network and Grow

    Let's grow professionally through education and advocacy.

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    The Virginia Community Health Worker Association
    A Space for Community Health

    We have been operating since 2014.

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    Support Us

    There are a multitude of different ways to support our organization.

  • Community members packing food and supplies

    The Virginia Community Health Worker Association Store

    Support us by also purchasing our merchandise.

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Welcome to VACHWA

Let's Network and Grow

Let's grow professionally through education and advocacy.

Our Programs

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The Virginia Community Health Worker Association

A Space for Community Health

We have been operating since 2014.

About Us

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Support Us

There are a multitude of different ways to support our organization.

Donate Today

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The Virginia Community Health Worker Association Store

Support us by also purchasing our merchandise.

Shop Now

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About

The Virginia Community Health Worker Association

The Virginia Community Health Worker Association is a nonprofit organization led by passionate public health professionals and community advocates. Founded in 2014, our mission is to serve, develop, and build stronger communities by promoting education, equity, and access in public health.

At a Glance

A Sneak Peek Into the Association

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Remember wishing you had FREE items to give away or use to educate your community? Well, guess what? VACHWA, with the support of local foundations might have found a solution!Our Community Care & Maternal Health Kits are here to help CHWs, Doulas, and community-based programs make a greater impact! Are you serving the Greater Richmond Metro Area or Williamsburg Region? This opportunity may be for you!**Supplies are LIMITED, so don't wait!**Learn how to request your kits (simulation video):youtu.be/xcAK_cDYMnwSubmit an application here:forms.gle/sg7oj5kAXJhZB7648**Spread the word, share the resources, and let's put the Power of WE into action!**#VACHWA #ThePowerOfWE #CHWs #Doulas #CommunityCare ...
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🎓 Celebrating VACHWA’s **3rd Doula Graduating Cohort!** Congratulations to our English and Spanish-speaking graduates! Your dedication, compassion, and commitment to maternal health will make a lasting difference in our communities.¡Felicidades a nuestras nuevas doulas! 💜#VACHWA #DoulaGraduation #MaternalHealth #BecauseWeMatter ...
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Will HR1 bring us back to COVID-era challenges?CHWs, keep your boots on the ground! Our communities need us more than ever. We are part of the solution!#CHWs #HealthEquity #ThePowerOfWe ...
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