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Workforce Wednesday

16 July 2025
Hot Off the Press: PH WINS 2024 Findings!
The PH WINS 2024 results are in…nearly 57,000 public health employees across 49 states (including Kentucky!) shared their voices, offering valuable insights into our workforce's needs and priorities. Key Highlight - Top Training Needs Identified: 51% need training in budget and financial management 40% in policy engagement 34% in systems and strategic thinking Do these findings align wit…
18 June 2025
Webinar Alert! Mental Health & Substance Use in Older Adults
Wednesday, June 18, 2025 3:00 – 4:00 PM ET Join Trust for America’s Health for an insightful session exploring how public health systems can better support older adults facing mental health and substance use challenges. Using the AFPHS 6Cs Framework, expert panelists will share strategies, data highlights, and innovative partnerships that promote age-friendly, equitable care in communities natio…
07 May 2025
Ready to Pivot? Your Next Public Health Role Awaits!
Thinking about a career move within public health? From government to nonprofit, academia to industry, or just exploring a new public health specialty? APHA’s webinar, Your Public Health Job Search: Transitioning Across Sectors, is your roadmap! Hear from experts on how to: Translate your skills across sectors Spot the right opportunities Navigate a smoother transition Just 1 hour. Big i…
23 April 2025
Resilient, Ready, and Recharged: Thriving Through Your Job Search
Job searching can feel like a full-time job…and a stressful one at that! If you're navigating career transitions or just need a reset, check out this interactive Association of Schools and Programs of Public Health (ASPPH) webinar designed with you in mind. You'll learn how to: Manage job search stress in real time Create sustainable self-care habits Build resilience and confidence in uncer…
09 April 2025
The Future of Public Health? It's in Good Hands (Yours!)
April 7- 13 marks National Public Health Week! One of this year’s spotlight themes is The Future of Public Health Starts Here: Strengthening the Public Health Workforce. A strong and resilient workforce is essential to keeping communities healthy and ready to tackle our toughest challenges. Whether you're a student, seasoned professional, or somewhere in between, there's a role for everyone. Key…
26 March 2025
Catch the KPHA WFD Buzz at this Week’s Annual Conference!
This week, the KPHA Workforce Development (WFD) Committee is live and in action at the 77th Annual Kentucky Public Health Association Educational Conference! Be sure to swing by our exhibitor booth in the second-floor Learning Lounge, where you can explore how WFD initiatives are driving real change across Kentucky. From training and retention strategies to public health pipeline development, ou…
12 March 2025
Become a Better Champion for Health Literacy
Special thanks to EKU Public Health Seniors Maddie Bowen and Emma Garland for generating the 3/12/25 Wednesday Workforce Wisdom! Did You Know? Nearly 9 out of 10 adults struggle to understand and use health information when it’s complex or jargon-heavy. (Source: HHS National Action Plan to Improve Health Literacy) Quick Tip: Clear, accessible communication improves health outcomes! Become A Be…
26 February 2025
Ignite Your Public Health Training Journey: Explore, Engage, and Evolve!
Ready to jumpstart your public health journey? The Public Health 101 Series is here to guide you, whether you're new to the field or a seasoned professional looking for a refresher. This on-demand CDC e-training format lets you learn at your own pace, anytime, anywhere. Here's what you'll explore: Epidemiology: Track and understand disease patterns. Public Health Informatics & Surveillanc…