Join us on Microsoft Teams or email Ashley Miller at ashley.miller4@nationwidechildrens.org
September Quarterly Meeting
Friday, September 11th
10:00am - 1:00pm
Meeting will be held in-person and virtually via Microsoft Teams.
Registration is required for both in-person and virtual attendees.
Cultivating Community Solutions: Strengthening Collaboration and Supporting State Readiness For Community-Rooted Evidence in MCH
Presenter:
Laura Powis (she/her)
Senior Program Manager for Evidence-Based Policy & Practice
Association of Maternal & Child Health Programs (AMCHP)
The maternal and child health (MCH) field increasingly emphasizes the need for evidence-based programs, but what is considered evidence has historically overlooked and undervalued community insights. Uplifting community-rooted evidence (CRE) actively addresses this injustice by valuing insights directly from communities, emphasizing the impact and suitability of programs based on their unique needs. During this session, we will explore community-rooted evidence and its significance in creating tailored and effective public health initiatives. We will also showcase a new AMCHP e-learning module that prepares the public health field to better incorporate CRE into funding and programmatic decisions. We will also share specific recommendations for actions that various roles within a state agency can take to advance CRE in their own sphere.
For in-person attendees. The meeting will be held at the Ohio University
Dublin Integrated Education Center 6805 Bobcat Way, Dublin, Ohio 43016, Room 243
For virtual attendees.
Professional Development Committee Meeting
Joining the Professional Development Committee offers members opportunities to discuss and develop activities and events for membership professional development throughout the year.
Join us virtually via Microsoft Teams
Membership Committee Meeting
Joining the Membership Committee offers members opportunities to build a thriving network within our organization where members can connect, learn, and grow together.
Health Educators' Institute 2026
Wednesday, October 14th - Friday, October 16th
Maumee Bay Lodge and Conference Center
The 2026 theme, From Challenge to Change: Cultivating Resilience in Public Health, will highlight innovative strategies, shared experiences, and practical tools that strengthen resilience at the individual, organizational, and community levels. Attendees will gain inspiration and actionable insights to adapt, lead, and thrive in an ever-evolving public health landscape.
For general information, details on registration and venue & lodging, please visit:
https://www.ohiosophe.org/HEI2026
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