Whether they are stationed at a local library or at a community event, our community health workers (also called community health promoters) search for solutions that would help improve a person’s total well-being.
This National Community Health Worker Awareness Week, we recognize Cook County Department of Public Health’s two community health promoters, Rameke Williams and Elisabeth Manns. During the past four to six years, both Rameke and Elisabeth have worked on the front line connecting community residents to needful health and social services, such as food, housing and transportation mental health services. We are grateful for their unique understanding of populations and cultures, which empowers them to share health education in a way that resonates with community members. Learn more about them below:
Rameke Williams
Rameke Williams is passionate about violence prevention and raising awareness around domestic violence. She plans and coordinates our agency’s presence in the community and ensures that we are visible where residents need us most. Through her presence at suburban Cook County libraries, Rameke builds relationships and makes valuable connections with residents and community partners.Â
Elisabeth Manns
Elisabeth Manns is committed to developing the next generation of public health professionals. She has mentored students in our Community Health Worker Internship Program for two years. Elisabeth also advocates for the sustainability of the community health worker workforce, through her involvement with the Illinois Community Health Workers Association.