CHANGING THE
FACE OF HEALTHCARE
Community Health Workers Association of Rochester
Serving the Finger Lakes, Western & Central NY Regions
Our MISSION
Community Health Workers Association of Rochester Inc. CHWAR, is a non-profit organization that advocates strengthening the profession and leadership of Community Health Workers (CHWs).
CHWAR is a professional association that is dedicated to advancing the workforce through CHW development, building standards and establishing CHWs as integral members of health reform innovations.
WHO WE ARE
Founded in 1999, CHWAR was born from just 3 initial health workers uniting to form Rochester Outreach Workers Association (ROWA). Now known as Community Health Workers Association of Rochester, Inc. members are trained community health workers with a combined total of over 60 years of outreach in the field of perinatal, pediatrics, immunization, HIV, substance abuse, mental health, social services, homelessness, parenting, adolescence, elderly care, immigration, poverty, community resources.
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Desmond Meeks
Grill & gather
a Community bbq Fundraiser
Wednesday June 10th, 2026 at Big Daddy BBQ & Lounge 1174 Brooks Avenue 14624. Rochester, New York
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
“You’re invited to the cookout” in support of Demond Meeks!
Join with many friends as we gather in support of our Assemblyman in the 137th district!
SNAP Program: New Work Rules Webinar
Potentially several thousand community members will now be required to complete a specific number of work, employment training, or volunteer activities each month to maintain SNAP benefits. A Monroe County SNAP resource page, including information about exemptions and new work rules, can be found below. There is also be a SNAP change overview webinar to assist
RMAPI
Civic Influencer initiative: Male Cohort
The Civic Influencer Initiative represents RMAPI’s reimagined Community Engagement Strategy, centering the voices of city of Rochester residents with lived experience navigating poverty and inequity.
This initiative aims to equip individuals with the tools and support needed to actively participate in civic conversations and contribute to equitable solutions.
By focusing on their lived expertise, RMAPI seeks to empower community members to share their perspectives and shape discussions that drive meaningful change.
The Civic Influencer Initiative will be seeking the newest Cohort in 2026.
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