This session will delve into pathways to effective advocacy, recap biennial successes in democracy and public health at the Minnesota State Capitol, and empower you with practical power mapping tools. This online training facilitated by staff from ABH, Healthy Democracy Healthy People, and We Choose Us.

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Mass incarceration, rarely discussed in our field, directly impacts all public health issues. This presentation sheds light on its effects on communities. Grounded in principles of abolition, we critically analyze the history of mass incarceration in the US, exposing its roots in oppression and the criminalization of our communities.

This webinar will take place on Zoom from 11:30 AM to 12:00 PM CT.

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We are excited to welcome St. Catherine MPH students enrolled in the Spring 2024 Health Communications course led by Susi Keefe Ph.D. to our Health Equity Committee meeting May 16th. The MPH students will be covering the MPHA annual conference and creating Health Communication Campaigns in response to the session/panel/keynote presentation they observe.

This session will take place on Zoom from 5:30 to 7:30 PM CT.

The theme for this year’s breakfast forum series is all about changing views in public health and health care. There are tried and true recommendations that have stood the test of time. There are also recommendations that are no longer considered the best thing to do. Our four forums will bring together thought-leaders and public health advocates working to address what has withstood the test of time and what has changed.

Join us in-person at New Brighton Community Center at 7:30 AM CT for the last session!

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Considerable evidence shows that vaccinations have a significant public health impact, and that achieving herd immunity is a key strategy. Strengthening communities' protection from vaccine preventable diseases is complicated by vaccine hesitancy. While vaccine hesitancy is not a new challenge, there has been an increase in recent years.

In this webinar, attendees will hear about what the public health field can do in their professional and personal lives to productively address vaccination concerns and questions.

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Looking for ways to get involved? Why not join the Membership & Communications Committee?

The committee focuses on membership development and recruitment. The committee is
co-chaired by Ellen Saliares, Past President and Dr. Tolu Oyelowo, Member at Large.
All are welcome! Join us for our next meeting.

A great way to get involved in MPHA is to join one of our formal committees or special interest groups!

You can choose to spend as little or as much of your time on participating in ongoing committee activities, attending meetings (conference call options available), or assisting with one-time projects and events.

Established in 1907, MPHA is a volunteer driven organization representing a broad spectrum of community and health professionals on behalf of the public. It is an organization where public health workers from multiple disciplines and sectors come together around shared values and goals. We engage and develop our members to mobilize the community to protect and improve the public’s health.

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"Your money supports access. It supports community. And it supports the professional growth of people who are working in public health, making a difference."

Ellen Saliares

"From attending the annual conference to being a committee member, community engagement, community involvement, volunteer opportunities ...and connecting with people overall on a public health standpoint!"

DeAndre' Morris Jr.

"MPHA is helping me develop as a professional and get ready for what I'm going to do next."

Delaine Anderson