Elizabeth Raney – Community Captain Director and Health Educator
Elizabeth joins the Active Southern West Virginia staff as the Community Captain Director. This role facilitates the recruiting, training, mentoring, and evaluation of the volunteers serving as Community Captains. Additional roles include health education in evidence based behavior change courses such as Walk With Ease and Diabetes Prevention Programs. She will also facilitate Bicycle Pedestrian Action Committees and fundraising efforts.
Elizabeth comes to the role with 20 years experience in public education in Raleigh County. Being a native of Beckley, she graduated from Concord University and is a co-founder of Operation Underdog. “My greatest skill is communication. In all of my education evaluations, communication has been my strongest asset and this position will provide a new channel to engage meaningful conversations towards a more active community,” shares Elizabeth.
Becoming a Community Captain
If you are interested in making a difference in your community, offering a weekly activity is a great way to help others feel better, get stronger, and stay healthy. The Community Captain chooses the activity and schedule for things such as walking groups, hiking, running, aerobics, biking, basketball, ultimate frisbee, disc golf, and more! See the current schedule here.
The Community Captain orientation only takes a couple hours and you will be equipped with skills in program development, risk management, promotions, and communication. And all with the support of Elizabeth and the staff at Active SWV. Read more about current Community Captains in our success stories.
