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PHF E-News: News for Public Health (May 2023)

Related Categories: Council on Linkages, Inside PHF, Quality Improvement, TRAIN, Workforce Development

Topic: Conferences and Events, Council on Linkages, Infrastructure, PHF News, TRAIN, Workforce Development

Date: 5/22/2023


News, resources, tools, and information on performance management, quality improvement, and workforce development to improve the quality and performance of your organization and the health of your community.
PHF E-News: News for Public Health
 
 
 
Introducing Public Health Foundation's 2023-2025 Strategic Plan

In March, the Public Health Foundation (PHF) Board of Directors approved our 2023-2025 Strategic Plan, setting forth four strategic priorities and seven long-term goals as we work to become a total workforce solution for governmental public health agencies. We are proud to share our strategic plan, and invite you to partner with us as we aim to achieve equitable and optimal health and well-being for all.
 
 
 
PHF Welcomes Dr. Joan Duwve to Board of Directors

PHF is pleased to announce that Dr. Joan Duwve has been elected to the PHF Board of Directors, an eleven-member body comprised of state and local health officials, a local board of health member, and individuals from the academic, private sector, and other public health agency settings. Learn more about PHF's newest board member and her dedication to public health practice and academia.
 
 
 
Explore the Latest Core Competencies Tools

Looking for tools and resources to help you use the Core Competencies for Public Health Professionals (Core Competencies)? Our Core Competencies Tools webpage makes it even easier to find what you need. As PHF develops new resources and tools, this page will be updated to continue supporting public health professionals and organizations in using the newest version of the Core Competencies. Explore the Core Competency Tools page to see what tools and resources are available for your use today.
 
 
 
Join the Council of Linkages for June 23rd Meeting

Mark your calendars to join the Council on Linkages Between Academia and Public Health Practice (Council on Linkages) for its next meeting on June 23, 2023, from 12:30-2:30pm EDT. Hear the latest on the Core Competencies for Public Health Professionals and Academic Health Department Learning Community and discuss future directions of the Council on Linkages. The meeting will be held virtually, and all interested are welcome to attend. Visit the meeting webpage to learn more.
 
 
 
Take Advantage of PHF's Expert Technical Assistance

PHF is responding to a growing number of health departments seeking technical assistance as they look to rebuild their workforce and improve the performance of their agencies. PHF has helped over 500 health departments in the past dozen years prioritize challenges and make measurable improvements. Learn more about PHF’s expert technical assistance and training services to improve the performance of public health organizations.
 
 
 
Utilizing the TRAIN Learning Network: Training Plans

Do you have staff who are new to public health or new to their roles and can benefit from training? Training plans in the TRAIN Learning Network (TRAIN) are collections of online courses related to a specific topic and are packaged together for easy access. TRAIN includes more than 40 training plans on topics such as public health 101, social determinants of health, health equity, disease investigation, environmental public health, emergency preparedness, data analysis, and public health law. Access the freely available training plans in TRAIN today.
 
 
 
Join PHF at the 2023 Public Health Improvement Training

Take part in the annual Public Health Improvement Training (PHIT) with PHF. PHF will be delivering several workshops on workforce development, quality improvement, and performance management, including sessions on the basics of quality improvement and building strong performance management and workforce development programs. PHIT will be held virtually from June 5-7, 2023. Learn more about PHIT and PHF's sessions.
 
 
 
Connect with PHF at NACCHO360

Join PHF at the 2023 National Association of County and City Health Officials (NACCHO) 360 Conference from July 10-13, 2023, to look to the future of the local public health workforce. PHF will engage in an on-site session, discussing our recently completed Local Health Department Workforce Capacity Assessment and Gap Analysis. Learn more and register to attend virtually.
 
 
 
Help Ensure On-Time Vaccinations: Order Your Copy of The Pink Book

Spring Sale Save 10% through June 15, 2023
On-time vaccination is critical to protecting against potentially life-threatening diseases. You can help ensure all people who need vaccines are up to date by using best practices outlined in Epidemiology and Prevention of Vaccine-Preventable Diseases, 14th
Edition– “The Pink Book.” You will find immunization schedules; catch-up schedules; information on vaccine timing, spacing, and dosing; and vaccine minimum age and intervals. Learn more about The Pink Book and order your copy today.
 
 
Mark Your Calendars: Upcoming Events
Mental Health Awareness Month
May 1-31, 2023

2023 Public Health Improvement Training
June 5-7, 2023, Virtual

2023 National Association of County and City Health Officials 360 Conference
July 10-13, 2023 in Denver, CO

2023 National Association of Local Boards of Health Annual Conference
July 31-August 2, 2023 in Tacoma, WA
 
 
 
 

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PHF E-News: News for Public Health (May 2023)