Kimberly Weaver is a lifelong resident of Kansas City, KS, and has been a dedicated community advocate for many years. She currently serves as the Program Director for the Community Health Council of Wyandotte County, working to promote health equity for underserved populations and building strong partnerships with community organizations.
Her commitment as a community activist runs deep. She actively participates in the Vibrant Community Advisory Council and has been Co-Founder and Director of Wyandotte Mutual Aid since 2020, where she establishes partnerships and facilitates programs for marginalized residents of Wyandotte County.
Last year, her efforts helped distribute 11,000 lbs. of food boxes to the community—this does not include meals for the unhoused or low-income individuals, nor partnerships with pantries or mobile grocers. She also coordinated a seed exchange program to empower residents to grow their own food.
She collaborated with Leah's Laundromat at the Q to provide over 8,000 loads of free laundry and partnered with Rosedale Ultra Wash to host 12 free laundry events for those in need.
In July 2023, she was appointed to KU Medical Center’s (KUMC) Vice Chancellor’s Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Cabinet, where she serves on the health equity and community engagement subcommittee.
She is a community representative for the REPAIR Project, an initiative by KUMC aimed at combating racism in medicine by developing an anti-racism curriculum and providing a theoretical framework for its implementation across the medical center. Additionally, she has contributed to coalitions such as Communities Organizing to Promote Equity (COPE) and the Mobile Market Community Council, focusing on improving access to healthcare, food security, and social services.
She also serves on the K-State Research and Extension Program Development Committee for Wyandotte County, supporting access to master gardening and canning programs.
Kim’s dedication to Wyandotte County is evident in her consistent efforts to create meaningful change—helping underserved populations, enhancing public health and community spaces, and addressing social issues.
Her willingness to prioritize others' needs, demonstrate empathy, and actively seek to make a positive impact without seeking personal gain is truly commendable.
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