The next Irving ISD AEL CHW Certification Program begins September 15, 2026. This is a free training program for eligible participants. Important: We are the training provider, but Irving ISD is managing enrollment, eligibility screening, and registration. Interested individuals must contact Irving ISD directly for

By Monique Cuvelier Across the U.S., organizations are no longer asking whether community-based roles belong in health systems. That question has largely been answered. Instead, program leaders are asking a more practical one: how do we train, support, and supervise community-based staff

By Monique Cuvelier Hard skills may land the job, but soft skills are what make community health workers (CHWs) successful. Healthcare is shifting toward patient-centered, team-based care. Now emotional intelligence and adaptability are just as essential as making referrals. Think of

If you strive to live an altruistic life, you likely dedicate significant time, energy, and support to those around you—whether through community mutual aid, strategic donations, or using your professional skills to uplift others. In today’s interconnected world, being a

By: Faouziatou Sero Biography My name is Faouziatou Sero. I am a community health worker in Benin. I am Beninese, from the Borgou department, more precisely in the commune of Parakou. I live in the Albarika neighborhood where I am

The CHW Central website is a virtual meeting place to share resources and experiences and to discuss and develop questions and ideas on CHW programs and policy. As the preeminent global resource on CHWs and CHW programs, CHW Central increases