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Brought to you by Binti, an APHSA Strategic Industry Partner, this webinar will offer use cases of SaaS in human services and dive into the differences and advantages of the SaaS business/service model. https://bit.ly/455QCPV

As public sector human services agencies seek to improve service delivery through technology modernization, Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) solutions can play an important role in helping deploy quick wins and reduce risks associated with custom builds.

We'll cover the key points to discuss with your team, how to think about high and low-priority needs, and how to introduce new tools to your staff.

The Urban Institute has gathered data on the impact of environmental and climate issues from across the country that pose particular risks to the health and well-being of children. Visit https://urbn.is/3Fb0ZY2 to access that data.

In collaboration with staff from Head Start and the HHS Office of the Assistant Secretary for Planning and Evaluation (ASPE), you can learn more about "Where Are Children in Head Start Exposed to Environmental Hazards?"

Where Are Children in Head Start Exposed to Environmental Hazards? Children face disproportionate risk of long-term harm from environmental and climate hazards, such as air pollution, lead exposure, and extreme weather. For federal programs like Head Start that support children’s health and well-being, understanding where and how to mitigate these hazards is cruc...

On 9/29, APHSA staff attended the Urban Institute's "Climate Change and Household Financial Well-Being: Understanding Risk and Building Resilience." Check out the photos below and visit https://urbn.is/3Fb0ZY2 to learn more about the research discussed.

Data-driven insights let those in attendance know what's being done to understand the intersections of climate change with financial well-being.

Read our request to Congress to extend the Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) funding through September 2024. https://bit.ly/3PNZwNK

The extension was last reauthorized in 2005 and has been renewed through short-term extensions. What we and other organizations are requesting will provide agencies implementing the TANF program to continue serving children and families.

Event Reminder for Tomorrow: In observance of National Preparedness Month, please join the Administration for Children and Families (ACF) for a webinar on ACF Post-Disaster Housing Assistance. https://ow.ly/BeXT50PNq1c.

This webinar will feature a panel discussion on a Dear Colleague Letter and factsheet on post-disaster housing assistance for disaster survivors that may be available through ACF programs. Register Today!

ACF Post-Disaster Housing Assistance Webinar Webinar panel discussion on post-disaster housing assistance for disaster survivors that may be available through four ACF programs

Make sure to visit our blog, The Catalyst, to read “Maintaining Social Infrastructure in The Face of A Changing Climate.” https://lnkd.in/d2Yz7db8

We sit down with Senchel Matthews of The Full Frame Initiative to discuss the deeper impacts of climate change on historically underserved communities. This is part of our ongoing series, where we speak with leaders in the sector to ask how they see the intersection between environmental justice and human services.

We closed out the ISM + PHSA Conference & Expo by recognizing the contributions of ISM Chair, Robert Hobbelman. Through his position as Chief Information Officer at the Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services in Virginia and within the APHSA and ISM, he has helped move our organizations forward, as well as the entire sector.

In addition to honoring his decades-long career, we want to wish him a happy transition into retirement. It is well-deserved, Robert. Thank you for all your contributions!

We recognized Ron Baze from the Oklahoma Department of Human Services with the Thomas J. Blazusiak Memorial Award. It was a pleasure to honor his contribution to public welfare law and policy during the 2023 ISM + PHSA Conference & Expo!

We're proud to award Michael J. Sylvester with the Jerry W. Friedman Excellence in Leadership Award. This award is meant to honor leaders who consistently champion sound IT solutions. As Acting Chief Deputy Director for the Los Angeles County Department of Public Social Services, Michael has done just that! Congratulations!

We collected $29,507 for the Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida! Thank you to everyone who gave to a fund that will be used to support communities facing food insecurity.

A few images from our Emerging Leaders and Alumni Luncheon during the final day of the 2023 ISM + PHSA Conference. A farewell until the 2024 ISM + PHSA Conference & Expo!