Georgia Public Health Association

Join the American Journal of Public Health on Thursday, Feb. 26 from 3-4:30 p.m. ET for the State of the Public Health Union address, which coincides with the Journal’s 115th Anniversary Celebration! This year's theme is "Making Public Health Work for Everyone: Conversations with Former Federal Public Health Leaders in Republican and Democratic Administrations." Register now: https://vist.ly/4s7c9

📢 Don’t forget to register!

Join us for the 9th Annual Allison E. Cole Health Professionals Workforce Development Workshop hosted by Georgia Southern University. This workshop is being offered virtually via Zoom on February 18.

Secure your spot today: https://www.georgiasouthern.edu/research/centers/public-health-practice/events

Join the Georgia Public Health Association’s Epidemiology Section for a free webinar on January 7, 2026 at 10 a.m. The Georgia Department of Public Health Opioid Team will be presenting on the Drug Surveillance Unit and giving an overview of the drug overdose data.

Click here to access the Microsoft Teams link: https://www.gapha.org/epidemiology-section/

📣 Communicating About Public Health with Policymakers
Barriers, Strategies, and Tested Messages
📅 Monday, Dec. 8
⏰ 2:30 to 3:45 p.m. ET

Join APHA, the de Beaumont Foundation, CityHealth and the National Association of Counties for a conversation on how public health professionals can strengthen communication with policymakers. Learn research-tested messages and practical strategies to make these discussions more confident and impactful.

Register here:

Welcome! You are invited to join a webinar: Communicating about Public Health with Policymakers: Barriers, Strategies, and Tested Messages . After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the webinar. Effective public health practice starts with effective communication. Every policy, decision, and investment in public health directly shapes people’s daily lives, from the water that flows from our taps, to the safety of our neighborhoods, to the opportunities we have to live full and healthy liv...

🦷 Free Webinar: Unleash the Power of Nutrition for Healthy Smiles!

📅 November 6, 2025 | 12–1 PM (EST)
🎓 Earn 1 RD CPEU Credit Hour

Join Dr. Sara Karlin and Ellen Karlin for an engaging session on how diet impacts oral health from infancy through childhood. Learn practical ways to guide families in building healthy habits that support strong teeth and bright smiles.

💻 Register today:https://gapha.site-ym.com/events/register.aspx?id=1995677&itemid=134f11fc-8581-48aa-a825-3803b09c77a2
Questions? Call 229-223-9068

Hosted by GPHA’s Nutrition Section.

📢 Environmental Health Professionals – don’t miss out!
Join other Environmental Health professionals on September 4 in Macon for the Georgia Environmental Health Association’s Essential Day of Training at the Macon Mall Meeting Center.

✅ Hands-on training & educational sessions
✅ Annual Awards Luncheon (with catered lunch!)
✅ Recognition of scholarship winners & award honorees

Secure your spot today and be part of a full day of learning, networking, and celebrating EH professionals across Georgia!

👉 Register now!

Georgia Environmental Health Association - 2025 GEHA Essential Day of Training for EH Professionals We will also hold our annual Awards Luncheon and hear about the students who received scholarships, new Member of the Year, new Honorary Member, and enjoy a catered lunch on-site! The end of the day will include the welcoming of our 2025-2026 GEHA Board. 

Calling all health professionals, students & community advocates!

Join The Alliance of Nurses for Healthy Environments on June 4, 2025 in Atlanta for a powerful in-person symposium on climate, clean energy, and health!

“Investing in Health: The Local Impacts of Climate Action & Clean Energy” conference will include:
✅ Expert-led sessions & local success stories
✅ Networking with fellow health professionals
✅ Lunch + hors d'oeuvres at our evening reception
✅ Continuing education credits for nurses (Provider )
✅ Scholarships available!

📅 When: June 4, 2025 | Registration: 11:30 AM | Program: 12–5 PM | Reception: 5–7 PM
📍 Where: Emory Conference Center, Atlanta, GA
👉 Register now: https://zurl.co/tH1Ma
📧 Questions or scholarship inquiries? [email protected]

The GPHA Epidemiology Section is hosting a free virtual workshop on Informatics & Infectious Disease Models on Thursday, May 1 from 9 AM–12 PM EST.

In partnership with Emory's CIDMATH, this interactive session will cover the basics of infectious disease modeling and include a simulation linking case investigations to predictive models.

Spots are limited to 60 participants, so don’t wait!

Register now: https://www.gapha.org/epidemiology-section-hosts-virtual-workshop-may-1st-on-informatics-and-infectious-disease-models/

A strong and diverse public health workforce is crucial for keeping communities healthy and addressing urgent health challenges. By investing in education, training, and diverse recruitment, we can strengthen public health systems and ensure they are equipped to meet current and future needs.

Support public health funding, encourage mentorship, and advocate for policies that create pathways for the next generation of public health professionals. Together, we can build a resilient public health workforce for the future.

Health equity starts with action. Everyone deserves the opportunity to achieve their best health, no matter their background or circumstances. By addressing barriers like unequal access to care and systemic inequities, we can create healthier communities for all.

Join the movement—engage in conversations, support equitable policies, and advocate for solutions that close health gaps. Health is a right, not a privilege.

Everyone deserves the opportunity to achieve their best health, no matter their background or circumstances. By addressing barriers like unequal access to care, discrimination, and systemic inequities, we can create healthier communities for all.

Advancing health equity starts with action—engage in conversations, support policies that prioritize equity, and advocate for solutions that close health gaps. Together, we can build a future where health is a right, not a privilege.

Climate change is already affecting our health—through extreme heat, poor air quality, and severe weather. These impacts are felt most in communities that have faced systemic inequities for years. But by taking bold, equitable action, we can build stronger, healthier communities.

Everyone can make a difference. Stay prepared by monitoring air quality and extreme weather, support local climate education efforts, and advocate for cleaner energy solutions. Together, we can create a healthier future for all.