Catholic Charities of Northeast Kansas
Kaitlyn Sylva has extensive experience in refugee health and support services, currently serving as the Manager of Refugee Health and Benefits at Catholic Charities of Northeast Kansas since May 2020, with previous roles including Refugee Support Services Coordinator and Refugee Case Management Support Specialist. In these positions, Kaitlyn has focused on empowering clients towards self-sufficiency through the utilization of community resources. Experience as a Community Health Extension Volunteer with the Peace Corps included co-facilitating health sessions and youth camps on vital health topics. Kaitlyn's background also features research on water distribution issues for refugees and a solid educational foundation with a Master of Public Health underway at the University of Kansas Medical Center and Bachelor's and Associate's degrees in Public Administration and Liberal Arts from The University of Kansas and Johnson County Community College, respectively.
Catholic Charities of Northeast Kansas
Founded in 1956, Catholic Charities of Northeast Kansas provides assistance to those in need by helping them help themselves. They help with immediate survival needs including food, clothing and shelter. More than that, they educate, give guidance and provide resources that will result in long-term change. All services provided are based on need — not religion, race or nationality.