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June 2026

Indian Country CHR ECHO Series Connects Learning with Community Practice

The Indian Country CHR ECHO Series brings Community Health Representatives (CHRs), CHR allies, tribal health programs, and public health partners together to...Read more


Dr. Samantha Sabo

June 2026

Preparing the Next Generation of Public Health Leaders

Dr. Samantha Sabo brings a deep commitment to Indigenous health, community-engaged research, and evaluation. Through her work with ...Read more


Desirae Bain

June 2026

Student Feature: Desirae Bain

Growing up on the Navajo reservation gave NAU student Desirae Bain a personal understanding of the challenges many communities face in accessing care that...Read more


CHR Program 2025

April 2026

New Rural Health Transformation Program Funding May Be Available in Your State

CMS created the Rural Health Transformation Program (RHTP) as one of the most significant recent federal investments in rural health. CMS is investing $50 billion ...Read more


CHR Feathers

April 2026

Area Office Consultant Spotlight: Robert "Bill" Adams

The Albuquerque Area's CHR Area Office Consultant (AOC), Bill Adams, has supported CHR programs for the past three years. Bill provides technical assistance, guidance, and...Read more


CHR Program 2025

February 2026

2025: A Year of Sharing Our Story Through Connection, Training, and Care

As the IHS CHR Program closed out 2025, we are reflecting on a year shaped by partnership with tribal communities. Together, we focused on Continuing to build a...Read more


CHR Feathers

February 2026

COMING IN 2026! IHS CHR National Conference

The IHS CHR Program is excited to announce a National CHR Conference taking place this fall. This gathering will bring CHRs, program leaders, and partners together from...Read more