Welcome 2026!
Our Mission, Purpose and Vision
Mission
To unify, promote and sustain the profession of Community Health Workers in the Commonwealth of Kentucky.
Vision
Community Health Workers are recognized as professionals and work together to improve community health outcomes.
Purpose
Provide a unified association of community health workers in Kentucky with the purpose of spreading knowledge and advocating for recognition of CHWs and our communities.
Become a Member
Join our network of CHWs across Kentucky!
- Professional Development and Trainings
- Event Discounts and Resources
- Networking & Advocacy Opportunities
- Join a Committee and help make an impact
2026 KYACHW Meetings & Events
March 26
KYACHW First Quarterly Meeting
May 28
KYACHW Second Quarterly Meeting
In Person, Location TBD
August 26-27
KYACHW 11th Annual Conference
Embassy Suites, Lexington KY
October 22
KYACHW Fourth Quarterly Meeting
Each Year KYACHW hosts Quarterly Learning and Networking Events designed for members to collaborate, connect , grow and share resources. These events provide valuable opportunities for networking and learning, with two in-person events each year – Including our Annual Conference, which serves as our signature gathering. CEU’s are offered at all events, and members are encouraged to attend. Non-members are also welcome and may have an additional fee.
We love to highlight the amazing work happening within our CHW communities! If you have photos, upcoming events, job opportunities, success stories. or suggestions you’d like to share, we would love to hear from you. Message us at kyachw@outlook.com or connect with us on Facebook Messenger to share your ideas and spotlight CHWs across Kentucky.
We want to spotlight you!
Community Health Workers are at the heart of Kentucky communities – and your work deserves to be seen.
Are you a Community Health Worker making a impact in your community? Let us share your story!
Share your:
- Photos from events or outreach
- Innovative ideas or programs
- Success stories or milestones
- CHW Quotes
Your story helps inspire others and highlights the important impact CHWs making across the commonwealth of Kentucky.
Together, We are Stronger
Have an upcoming event, job listing, resource, training opportunity, or something else you would like to share?
Help strengthen our CHW network by sharing opportunities, ideas, and resources that support and uplift CHWs across Kentucky.
Join KYACHW and become part of a statewide network working together to advocate for, elevate and support Community Health Workers.
about us
CHW’s have been effective in advocating for the community members of the state since 1988. The association view is CHW’s are the missing link between the healthcare provider and the client. This relationship plays a key role in improving the health of our communities.
What is a CHW?
A community health worker is a frontline public health worker who is a trusted member of and/or has unusually close understanding of the community served. This trusting relationship enables the worker to serve as a liaison link intermediary between health/social services and the community to facilitate access to services and improve the quality and cultural competence of service delivery.
A community health worker also builds individual and community capacity by increasing health knowledge and self sufficiency through a range of activities such as outreach, community education, informal counseling, social support and advocacy
How do I become a Community Health Worker?
The Kentucky Office of Community Health Workers (KOCHW) serves as the official governing authority for Community Health Worker certification in Kentucky. KOCHW issues certification to individuals who meet established requirements, including successful demonstration of the eight core competencies through qualified training programs or documented work experience.
State Approved CHW Training Organizations
