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Join a Taskforce

Is there an issue you care about?

Join an active Task Force and make a difference!

Task Forces meet regularly to identify and implement evidence-based initiatives that address specific issues in Ketchikan. Members come from all walks of life and include parents, educators, health professionals, government representatives, law enforcement/public safety, business owners, faith leaders, youth, and more.

Find out more about each Task Force and how to join their efforts by clicking their image.

Join our Board

Use your knowledge and skills to become a leader in overseeing health and wellness activities throughout Ketchikan. Since 2009, KWC has served as the primary organization that encompasses a coalition model to collaborate and achieve greater success.

We need motivated, diverse, and dynamic individuals who bring innovative ideas, create collaborative relationships, support impactful initiatives, and whose community interactions reflect KWC’s core values and vision. From retired grassroots organizers to entrepreneurs or business owners we value all knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Thomas Parker Task Force Member

I'm part of the task force because I want to be a part of the solution here in Ketchikan! Our community is a better place when we come together across sectors to find solutions to big problems.

Katie F. Task Force Member

I'm part of a task force because it brings the community together to address gaps in care and build wrap around to support youth or other effected populations. KWC brings together different perspectives, skills, and resources to address large community needs.

Diane G. Board Member

We must come together with mutual respect and appreciation, and support and care for each other.

Re-entry Task Force Task Force Member

It's an opportunity to be useful, many hands make light work.

Building a Healthy Community Member Task Force Member

I would like to be part of building a stronge safer community.

Penny H. Task Force Member

Community is everything to me. I want to be part of an empowering group.

Parent Dolly Parton's Imagination Library Recipient

Some of the books became cherished keepsakes, tied to some of my sweetest memories of my children learning to express themselves and one day I look forward to passing down these books to my grandchildren.