CHW Module series
Working with People Experiencing Language Barriers
Learn how language access is essential for effective communication and delivery of services by Community Health Workers in the state of Kansas.
Observe Working Seamlessly with an Interpreter
Recognize Language Access Laws & Guidelines
Identify when a Language Barrier is Present
Explain the Impact of Language and Culture on Service
Meet the Subject Matter Expert
Catherine Anderson
Catherine Anderson has worked at Jewish Vocational
Service (JVS) since 2003 where she offers training sessions in how front line
staff can provide more equitable language services to immigrants and refugees.
She is the author of four books of poetry, many essays and a recent memoir. Growing
up with a brother with a communications disorder has influenced her life as a
writer and advocate for people who need assistance with communication.