Christine Westerlund is the Illinois Association of Community Action Agencies's Training Specialist. She has over 20 years experience working with governmental entities and non-profit organizations as a researcher, grant writer and trainer. Christine is a nationally certified ROMA (results oriented management and accountability) trainer for the Community Action network and recently received specialist certification in Illinois' Family and Community Development program. A graduate of Eastern Illinois University, she is also an active community volunteer, published author, and elected local official.