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Our Team.
The Humanity Project team works on the belief that compassionate, community-rooted care can transform lives. Our team is led by Katie Sears, MSW, a lifelong Shasta County resident and experienced social worker with deep ties to rural and Indigenous communities. While we’re currently a small but mighty team, we are growing. Over the next year, we’ll be expanding to include a dedicated group of Enhanced Care Management (ECM) and Community Supports (CS) navigators, case managers, and care coordinators—who share our commitment to dignity, equity, and whole-person care. Together, we bring heart, experience, and local knowledge to support Partnership Medi-Cal members through the CalAIM initiative.
Katie Sears, MSW
Katie is a seasoned social worker and founder of The Humanity Project, with over a decade of experience serving Northern California’s rural and Indigenous communities. Born and raised in Redding, Katie is deeply rooted in Shasta County and is committed to advancing housing stability, health equity, and social justice. She holds a Master of Social Work from Cal Poly Humboldt and has led innovative programs in behavioral health, homelessness prevention, and complex care coordination. Known for her collaborative spirit and systems-level thinking, Katie blends grassroots advocacy with strategic partnerships to ensure underserved populations receive compassionate, effective support.
Meet the Team
We are excited to share the wonderful news of two amazing new additions to our team! Chris Orsmby is stepping in as our Health and Housing Navigator eager to make a meaningful impact by connecting individuals with essential services. We’re also delighted to welcome Amanda Johnson as our new Program and Grants Administrator. Let’s give a warm and enthusiastic welcome to Chris and Amanda!
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