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Our History

Queen City Community Connect Coalition (QC4) was initiated by Mecklenburg County’s Community Health Worker Initiative (CHWI) to empower CHWs and advance health equity in Mecklenburg County. In April 2022, QC4 established its first governing board and formalized its bylaws, missions, vision, and objectives. Since its creation, QC4 has operated as a collaborative effort powered and maintained by the CHWI, creating an environment that equips and empowers those to serve Mecklenburg County communities.

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Governing Board

We are committed to a governing board that is 100% CHW-led. This aligns with the National Association of Community Heath Workers  guidance, who deem CHW network organizations (including associations and coalitions)  as organizations led by or co-led by Community Health Workers (includes promotoras, CHRs, and other titles/identities within our profession) whose mission and activities focus on CHW membership, networking, policy, advocacy, and workforce development.​ Our governing board brings a wealth of knowledge and commitment to our mission of unifying, equipping, and empowering CHWs to serve Mecklenburg County communities. 

Dequia Rainey

Community Health Worker

Yalanda Williams

Community Health Worker

Latisha Nunn

Community Health Worker

Tamika Williams

Community Health Worker

Avril Cabaniss

Community Health Worker

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Previous Governing Board Members

This section honors past board members whose leadership have been pivotal in shaping Queen City Community Connect Coalition.

  • Gloria Council – Chair
  • Patrick Crockett – Co-Chair
  • Vickie Addison – Special Advisor
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Our Governance

Queen City Community Connect Coalition operates under an organized infrastructure and set of bylaws designed by CHWs to ensure transparency, accountability, and effectiveness. These bylaws outline a clear framework for decision-making and governance, while underscoring the roles and responsibilities of our members and governing bodies.