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2025 New Mexico Statewide Community Health Workers (CHWs) Conference:

SAVE THE DATE: It’s with great excitement to announce our 4th Annual New Mexico Department of Health (NMDOH), Office of Community Health Workers’ (OCHW) 2025 New Mexico Statewide CHW Conference scheduled on October 27 & 28, 2025 in Albuquerque, NM at the Sandia Resort & Casino.

Conference Objective: The goal of this conference is to offer two full days of educational opportunities, including continuing education trainings that support Community Health Worker (CHW) certification and renewal in New Mexico. Sessions will also provide important updates on the rollout of the New Mexico Medicaid Reimbursement model for independent CHWs, Community Health Representatives (CHRs), and healthcare providers. Most importantly, this conference serves as a heartfelt tribute—an opportunity to recognize and express our deepest gratitude to the CHW, CHR, and Promotora/Promotor de Salud workforce for their unwavering commitment to the health and well-being of New Mexico communities. Thank you for your dedicated service!

Save the Date 2025 NM Statewide CHW Conference Flyer

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