Perry Jue

Before joining Catalyst Circles, Perry was uncertain about which professional pathway to pursue. She joined the program hoping to better understand Community Health Work and what a future as a Community Health Worker could look like for her.

Throughout the program, Perry discovered that there are many ways she can turn her desire to help others into meaningful work. Catalyst Circles introduced her to different CHW roles, employment pathways, and opportunities to create a positive impact within communities.

She especially appreciated the positive, relaxed, and comfortable learning environment. Participants were able to connect with one another while remaining focused on the program’s learning objectives.

Catalyst Circles helped Perry understand how Community Health Workers support people’s needs with care, compassion, and respect. She learned that effective CHW practice requires strong communication, relationship building, and the ability to understand the barriers affecting individuals and communities.

She also strengthened her ability to navigate community resources and connect people with support that can help them address important challenges.

Perry completed Catalyst Circles with stronger CHW knowledge, practical skills, and a clearer understanding of how she can build a career centered on helping others.

The program’s workforce development lessons and activities helped her recognize that Community Health Work offers multiple professional pathways, and that her future in the field can be bright.

Perry plans to continue exploring Community Health Worker opportunities where she can use compassion, communication, relationship building, and resource navigation to support individuals and communities.

Her experience in Catalyst Circles gave her greater clarity about the field and confidence in the different directions her CHW journey can take.