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Join our Accreditation Office Hours—designed for health department staff navigating (Re)Accreditation, and for anyone looking to better understand the Standards and Measures.
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Learn how to share your work and contribute to the growing body of replicable practices. Join the PHIG National Evaluation Team on Monday, January 26, from 3:00–4:00 PM ET.
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Public health is stronger when we learn from each other.
The Public Health Infrastructure Grant (#PHIG) Promising Practices Initiative elevates successful practices from PHIG recipients and supports peer learning across public health departments nationwide.
In our latest blog, Meredith Langfritz, PHAB Accreditation Specialist, explores what the Readiness Assessment is, why it matters, the benefits, how to use it, and more.
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PHAB's new Accreditation Coordinator (AC) Handbook is designed both for New ACs and to support those who have been in the role long term. The Handbook includes information on AC roles and responsibilities, PHAB processes, documentation preparation, and more.
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We are excited to announce the launch of our new Resource Library, a centralized hub designed to make it easier to find and use the tools and resources we offer. Learn more: phaboard.org/resource-lib...
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This blog highlights the field-wide insights emerging from these discussions and reflects on what public health practitioners are learning as they work toward a stronger public health system.
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#PHAB #PublicHealth #Transformation
In recent national conversations, public health leaders from the 21st Century Learning Community surfaced powerful lessons about what effective transformation looks like in practice and what enables progress.
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Looking to strengthen partnerships and make measurable progress on population health priorities? This quick-start tip sheet offers a simple, practical guide for public health and healthcare teams to launch or refine a population health QI project.
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Applications are due December 1, 2025 and space is limited. You can read more about the learning series, see the session dates, and access the application here: phaboard.org/blog/introdu...
#PHAB #PublicHealth #Transformation #Webinar
Join PHAB for this three-part live webinar series designed to introduce participants to the public health system transformation process.
This webinar series is intended for health department staff and system partners who are new to public health system transformation.
This customizable Excel-based project management tool and user guide helps health departments plan, track, and manage their accreditation journey by streamlining tasks, clarifying timelines, assigning responsibilities, and supporting team coordination. Check it out here: phaboard.org/services/com...
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During this Nov. 20 webinar, PHAB experts and researchers from NORC at the University of Chicago will share findings from two new Accreditation evaluations: Strengthening Emergency Preparedness Through Accreditation and Social Return on Investment of Public Health Accreditation.
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For decades, there have been significant efforts to revisit and revitalize the U.S. public health system. The Blueprint provides health departments/systems and their public health ecosystem partners with guidance and resources for engaging in intentional system transformation efforts.
Created for professionals and changemakers dedicated to strengthening the health of our communities and nation. Each episode will explore bold ideas, actionable strategies, and the critical collaborations needed to drive meaningful, systemic change.
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Check out the trailer for the new podcast, In Service of Health, hosted by Joneigh S. Khaldun, MD, MPH, FACEP, President and CEO of PHAB.
Together, we honor the past, celebrate the present, and commit to building healthier futures for all.
#HispanicHeritageMonth #PublicHealth
This Hispanic Heritage Month, we celebrate the contributions of Hispanic and Latino communities to the health of our nation. From advancing community health initiatives to ensuring access to essential services, these contributions play a vital role in improving well-being for all.
Their success demonstrates how belief in the process, collaboration across stakeholders, and persistence can strengthen public health systems and set a model for others to follow.
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At Fort Carson Department of Public Health, a small but dedicated team integrated Accreditation activities into daily operations, driving sustainable improvements.
Reaccreditation gave the @mdhealthdept.bsky.social the opportunity to unify teams and recommit to its mission of protecting and improving health for all Marylanders.
Read about the 5 actionable tips they have for others going through the process: phaboard.org/stories-of-i...
Great start to #PHIG #ARC2025!
The opening keynote included remarks from Sarah Wilson, Director
Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services, who highlighted how the dept leveraged PHIG funding to support LHD Accreditation readiness + how PHAB & the FPHS Framework are drivers of success.
This ensures department staff are equipped to deliver essential public health services and align staff recruitment, development, and retention with the health department’s mission and priorities.
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An engaged and skilled workforce is the backbone of a strong public health department.
PHAB-accredited health departments are required to have a workforce development plan that assesses organization-wide competencies and capacity, addresses gaps, and identifies strategies for improvement.
Speakers:
🔹Jennifer Layden, MD, PhD – CDC
🔹Janet Hui, MPH – ASTHO
🔹Willysha Jenkins, MS – PHAB
🔹Rachel Brink, MPH, MBA – NNPHI
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#PHIG #ImplementDM
Learn how Wave 2 aligns with the CDC's broader data modernization strategy, key program details (timeline, eligibility, application process, and project tracks), and available tools and resources to support agencies from application through implementation.
Join the PHIG National Partners on Aug. 26 for an informational webinar on Wave 2 of the Public Health Data Modernization Implementation Center Program.