Rep. Brewer Receives "Community Health Worker Legislator of the Year" Award, Calls for Protecting Essential Services in State Operating Budget

COLUMBUS — State Rep. Darnell T. Brewer (D-Cleveland) Thursday accepted the “2025 CHW Legislator of the Year Award” from Health Impact Ohio. This award recognizes Rep. Brewer’s continued advocacy for community health workers at the state level. As the first community health worker elected to the Ohio legislature, Rep. Brewer has worked on several pieces of legislation aimed at advancing the field in Ohio, including legislation creating the Ohio Center for Community Health Workers Excellence.              

“I am honored to receive this award alongside my community health worker peers. I want to acknowledge all community health workers across the state whose tireless efforts are the heart of public health. Together, we are proving that equitable, community-rooted care creates a healthier future for all of us,” said Rep. Brewer.

Rep. Brewer emphasized the importance of community health workers as the state and federal budgets slash essential resources for Ohioans.

“Now, more than ever, community health workers are needed to provide comprehensive care and wrap around services for those in need. As a state legislature we must invest in direct care workers who are responsible for nurturing the health of our communities,” said Rep. Brewer.

Rep. Brewer will continue to fight for community health workers and legislation that impacts those they care for.

EDITOR’S NOTE: Photos from Rep. Brewer’s event are attached to this press release. Courtesy: Ohio House Democrats.