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- [ImmunizeVA Reaffirms Commitment to Evidence-Based Vaccine Science Amid Rising Misinformation](https://www.institutephi.org/2025/07/11/immunizeva-reaffirms-commitment-to-evidence-based-vaccine-science-amid-rising-misinformation/) - Institute for Public Health Innovation and 14 partner organizations issue statement FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – July 11, 2025 For More Information, Contact: IPHI: Communications Director Taya Jarman, APR 202-747-3541 communications@institutephi.org ImmunizeVA: immunizeva@institutephi.org Richmond, VA — As misinformation and politically charged narratives around vaccines continue to grow, ImmunizeVA—a broad coalition of healthcare professionals, educators, scientists, faith leaders, and
- [The Equity Equation - Fourth Session](https://www.institutephi.org/2025/03/13/the-equity-equation-fourth-session/) - This webinar series examines health equity issues and highlights policy and systems-level solutions in the District of Columbia, Maryland, and Virginia. The topic of the fourth session will focus on, "Healthy Planet, Healthy Communities: Public Health at the Intersection of Environmental Justice." To register, visit: https://tinyurl.com/5n7t5dfu Instructions on how to enroll: Visit: IPHI Absorb website
- [2023 Virginia Community Health Worker (CHW) Monthly Continuing Education Training Sessions](https://www.institutephi.org/2023/01/30/community-health-worker-chw-monthly-continuing-education-training-sessions/) - CHW Continuing Education Training Sessions Flyer IPHI offers continuing education training sessions for Virginia community health workers (CHWs)! The training sessions are held on the last Wednesday of each month, from 10 a.m. to noon. The continuing education training sessions are not part of a required series. However, certified CHWs may count these courses toward
- [Community Health Worker (CHW) Focus Group 3/16/2023](https://www.institutephi.org/2023/03/13/community-health-worker-chw-focus-group-3-16-2023/) - CHW Focus Group Invite IPHI is hosting a focus group for existing CHWs on March 16 from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. Focus group findings will help inform our CHW Academy continuing education program. We want to hear about your experiences with training and how it can help you with your work! All participants will
- [Community Health Worker (CHW) Academy Applications Open 3/20/2023 - 4/28/2023](https://www.institutephi.org/2023/03/13/community-health-worker-chw-academy-applications-open-3-20-2023-4-28-2023/) - CHWs: A Critical Component of the Clinical Team Flyer The CHW Academy's applications are now open! The training will run from March 20 through April 28. Who? New and existing CHWs in the District of Columbia and neighboring counties in suburban Maryland and northern Virginia. What? A free training program for persons interested in becoming CHWs,
- [Continuing Education Training with Jason Anthony - Situational Awareness: 8/15/2023](https://www.institutephi.org/2023/08/02/august-community-of-practice-session-1-chws-and-substance-misuse-self-harm-10-10-2023/) - Situational Awareness Flyer This course is designed to equip CHWs with the skills to maintain maximum situational awareness while working in the field. Situational awareness (SA) is the ability to comprehend and adapt to one's environment, understanding its elements and how they evolve over time. By enhancing their situational awareness, CHWs can make informed and
- [Continuing Education Training with Jason Anthony - Navigating Social Needs Resources in DC: 8/17/2023](https://www.institutephi.org/2023/08/14/continuing-education-training-with-jason-anthony-navigating-social-needs-resources-in-dc-8-17-2023/) - Navigating Social Needs Resources in DC Flyer Community health workers (CHWs) play a crucial role as a bridge between the public and essential resources duringoutreach efforts. This course empowers CHWs with the knowledge of numerous accessible resources. The resource list acquired during the course will be reviewed and updated every six (6) months, ensuring CHWs
- [Continuing Education Training with Jason Anthony - Making an Emergency Kit: 8/22/2023](https://www.institutephi.org/2023/08/14/continuing-education-training-with-jason-anthony-making-an-emergency-kit-8-22-2023/) - Making an Emergency Kit Flyer CHWs will learn critical emergency preparedness skills for the workplace and field outreach. Being well-prepared is critical, as emergencies may require CHWs to sustain on their own for several days. The course will cover important aspects of emergency preparedness, such as putting together a disaster supplies kit with essential items
- [D.C. Outreach Workers' Conference 2018](https://www.institutephi.org/2018/08/13/d-c-outreach-workers-conference-2018/) - On July 24 and 25, 2018, IPHI, DCPCA, DC Health, and La Clinica del Pueblo worked together to organize the 1st Annual DC Outreach Workers' Conference. The 2-day event brought CHWs, outreach workers, and stakeholders together to participate in workshops and get up-to-date information on the state of public health in DC. The presentations and
- [ELEVATE: 2019 Regional Outreach Workers' Conference](https://www.institutephi.org/2019/08/15/elevate-2019-regional-outreach-workers-conference/) - Presentations and materials from the conference: Presentations Conference Materials We were also able to get some really great pictures from the day! To view the photos, click: HERE.
- [Multiple Sclerosis Alliance of Virginia Hosts Annual Brian Mason Respite Weekend](https://www.institutephi.org/2024/08/29/multiple-sclerosis-alliance-of-virginia-hosts-annual-brian-mason-respite-weekend/) - Sponsored by the Institute for Public Health Innovation with support from Bristol Myers Squibb Foundation FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – August 29, 2024 For More Information, Contact: IPHI: Communications Director Taya Jarman, APR 202-747-3541 tjarman@institutephi.org MSAV: President & Founder Suzanne O’Connell 540-404-2243 suzq852@yahoo.com Richmond, VA — The Multiple Sclerosis Alliance of Virginia (MSAV) will host its annual Brian
- [New Initative Launched to Improve Maternal and Child Health Outcomes in Cumberland Plateau, Virginia](https://www.institutephi.org/2024/08/22/new-initative-launched-to-improve-maternal-and-child-health-outcomes-in-cumberland-plateau-virginia/) - The Institute for Public Health Innovation, Virginia Department of Health, and Cumberland Plateau Health District Announce the Formation of the Cumberland Plateau Perinatal Health Network FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – August 22, 2024 For More Information, Contact: VDH: Maternal and Child Health Coordinator Victoria Bartfai 276-883-1880 Victoria.Bartfai@vdh.virginia.gov IPHI: Communications Director Taya Jarman, APR 202-747-3541 tjarman@institutephi.org Richmond, VA —
- [Hear Together: ImmunizeVA National Immunization Awareness Month](https://www.institutephi.org/2024/08/05/hear-together-immunizeva-national-immunization-awareness-month/) - ImmunizeVA's Associate Program Manager Bel Kelly-Russo was featured on WNRN Independent Music Radio station. The segment was titled, "Hear Together: ImmunizeVA National Immunization Awareness Month." During the interview, Bel introduced ImmunizeVA, Virginia’s Immunization Coalition. She highlighted the importance of August being National Immunization Awareness Month (NIAM). To learn more about NIAM, visit: NIAM press release
- [ImmunizeVA Urges Virginians to Complete Recommended Immunizations During National Immunization Awareness Month and Back-To-School](https://www.institutephi.org/2024/08/05/immunizeva-urges-virginians-to-complete-recommended-immunizations-during-national-immunization-awareness-month-and-back-to-school/) - Maintaining a vaccine schedule is critical to protecting Virginians from vaccine-preventable illnesses FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – August 5, 2024 For More Information, Contact: ImmunizeVA: Senior Program Manager Rebecca Epstein 804-269-8323 repstein@institutephi.org IPHI: Communications Director Taya Jarman, APR 202-747-3541 tjarman@institutephi.org RICHMOND, Va. – ImmunizeVA, a statewide coalition of immunization stakeholders representing medical, public health, nonprofit professionals, and community leaders,
- [PRINCE GEORGE’S COUNTY FOOD EQUITY COUNCIL WELCOMES DR. CAMILLE RANGE AS DIRECTOR](https://www.institutephi.org/2024/07/20/prince-georges-county-food-equity-council-welcomes-dr-camille-range-as-director/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – July 23, 2024 For More Information, Contact: IPHI: Communications Director Taya Jarman, APR 202-747-3541 tjarman@institutephi.org Prince George’s County, MD – The Prince George’s County Food Equity Council (FEC) is pleased to announce Dr. Camille Range as its new director. Dr. Range brings a wealth of experience and expertise in food systems, community health,
- [Opinion: Knowing MS signs can speed diagnosis and treatment](https://www.institutephi.org/2023/06/26/ms-screenings-and-treatments-are-important/) - In the fall of 2002, I woke up in my Christopher Newport University dorm with blinding pain in my temples. The pain was so acute that it caused partial vision loss. I visited four doctors within a week to determine why I had excruciating headaches and had to hold my temples to look out of
- [Coalitions Empower Conference: A Seat at the Table: April 29-30, 2024](https://www.institutephi.org/2024/01/22/save-the-date-coalitions-empower-conference-a-seat-at-the-table-4-29-2024-4-30-2024/) - On April 29-30, 2024, CHWs for a Healthy VA will host the Coalitions Empower Conference: A Seat at the Table in Abingdon, VA. This FREE conference will introduce community health worker (CHW) regional coalitions and other Virginia coalitions to resources and best practice methodologies from various disciplines. Register to learn about: Expanding and sustaining existing
- [The Equity Equation - Second Session](https://www.institutephi.org/2024/02/21/the-equity-equation/) - This webinar series examines health equity issues and highlights policy and systems-level solutions in the District of Columbia, Maryland, and Virginia. The topic of the second session will focus on, "Power in Policy: Driving Change for Black Maternal Health."This session will be held on Monday, April 15, 2024 at noon. To register, visit: https://shorturl.at/eqzES Instructions
- [National Public Health Week 2024](https://www.institutephi.org/2024/03/31/national-public-health-week-2024/) - National Public Health Week (NPHW) recognizes and celebrates public health professionals nationwide. April 1-7, 2024, marks the 29th NPHW organized by the American Public Health Association (APHA). This year's theme is "Protecting, Connecting, and Thriving: We are All Public Health.” We will join a nationwide celebration of the incredible work of public health professionals. We
- [CHWs Leading Focus Groups: 1/19/2023 & 2/9/2023](https://www.institutephi.org/2024/01/13/__trashed-2/) - Community Health Workers (CHWs) Leading Focus Groups ONLY TEN (10) SPOTS AVAILABLE This training enhances CHWs’ communication and facilitation skills, focusing on planning and leading effective focus groups.Focus groups are guided discussions that give insight intoparticipants’ thoughts and feelings about a particular topic. CHWs are uniquely qualified to lead these discussions because of their deep
- [Community Health Worker (CHW) Awareness & Education Day: 1/18/2023](https://www.institutephi.org/2024/01/12/community-health-worker-chw-awareness-education-day-1-18-2023/) - Virginia communities risk losing community health workers (CHWs) if sustainable funding is unavailable for these positions and programs. CHWs are vital to their communities because they build individual and community capacity by increasing health knowledge and self-sufficiency through outreach, education, informal counseling, social support, and advocacy. On Thursday, January 18, from 7:30 a.m. to 1:15 p.m.,
- [2023 Project ECHO: Community Health Workers (CHWs) Community of Practice](https://www.institutephi.org/2023/08/01/2023-project-echo-community-health-workers-chw-community-of-practice/) - Project ECHO: CHWs Community of Practice Flyer Enhance your skills and knowledge as a CHW through a series of engaging sessions led by subject matter experts. The CHWs Community of Practice series will create a dynamic platform for sharing experiences, insights, and best practices to better serve our communities. If you have a real-life case
- [Congress Recognizes Community Health Workers Through Awareness Week Resolution](https://www.institutephi.org/2023/09/09/congress-recognizes-community-health-workers-through-awareness-week-resolution/) - (September 29, 2023) WASHINGTON, D.C. - This week, Senator Bob Casey, Jr., and Representative Raul Ruiz, M.D. introduced a resolution designating the week of August 28 - September 1 as “National Community Health Worker Awareness Week.” U.S. Senators Richard Blumenthal, Kirsten Gillibrand, Mazie Hirono, and Alex Padilla co-sponsored the resolution in the Senate. “I am
- [Community Health Worker (CHW) Legislative Summit: 12/14/2023](https://www.institutephi.org/2023/11/30/community-health-worker-chw-legislative-summit-12-14-2023/) - CHW Legislative Summit (English) (Spanish) IPHI, Transformative Changes, New Virginia Majority, and the Virginia Community Health Worker Association invite you to the CHW Legislative Summit on December 14, 2023, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. This Summit is a space for CHWs, allies, and advocates in Virginia to co-create change together. At the Summit, attendees will: Build
- [Virtual Virginia Community Health Worker (CHW) Town Hall Meeting: 11/16/2023](https://www.institutephi.org/2023/11/07/community-health-worker-chw-townhall-meeting-11-16-2023/) - Virtual Virginia CHW Town Hall Meeting (English) (Spanish) IPHI and Transformative Changes are co-hosting a CHW town hall meeting on November 16, 2023, from noon to 2 p.m. The New Virginia Majority provides Spanish translation. We want to hear from Virginia CHWs! What's working and what's not working? Feedback on draft policies that affect CHWs?
- [Project ECHO: Multiple Sclerosis & Neurodegenerative Diseases: Starting January 3, 2024](https://www.institutephi.org/2023/08/15/save-the-date-project-echo-multiple-sclerosis-neurodegenerative-diseases-starting-10-5-2023/) - Project ECHO: Multiple Sclerosis & Neurodegenerative Diseases Flyer From January to December 2024, on the first (1st) Wednesday of each month from noon to 1 p.m., there will be a training for Project ECHO: Multiple Sclerosis & Neurodegenerative Diseases. Consider registering if you're a physician, nurse practitioner, physician assistant, nurse, community health worker, or social
- [December 2023 CHW Supervisor Training Series](https://www.institutephi.org/2023/11/17/december-2023-chw-supervisor-training-series/) - Community Health Worker Supervisor Training If you supervise CHWs or manage CHW supervisors, this training series is for you! Complete four 2-hour modules and learn about: CHW Supervisor Strategies I: CHW Core Skills and Functions Supervisor Support Strategies CHW Code of Ethics & Core Values Supportive Supervision CHW Supervisor Strategies II: CHW Supervision Models CHW
- [Local Community Health Workers Making an Impact: National CHW Awareness Week is Aug. 28-Sept. 1](https://www.institutephi.org/2023/08/27/local-community-health-workers-making-an-impact-national-chw-awareness-week-is-aug-28-sept-1/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – August 28, 2023For More Information, Contact:Communications Director Taya Jarman, APR202-747-3541 tjarman@institutephi.org Washington, DC – The first National Community Health Workers (CHW) Awareness Week takes place Aug. 28-Sept. 1. The Institute for Public Health Innovation (IPHI) is using the observance to highlight the importance of local CHWs in advancing health outcomes in the community.
- [Safe Routes to School (SRTS)](https://www.institutephi.org/2023/10/26/safe-routes-to-school-srts/) - Goal: Increase the number of students in priority communities who walk or bike to school. Action: The SRTS strategy increased the number of Montgomery County students who walk or bike to school. The Montgomery County Department of Transportation (MCDOT) performed a walkability audit of all Montgomery County public schools to ensure students in the walk zone
- [Nutrition Standards in Early Childhood Setting](https://www.institutephi.org/2023/10/26/nutrition-standards-in-early-childhood-setting/) - Goal:Ensure that childcare centers in TCI priority areas promote proper nutrition and developmentally appropriate practices. Action:IPHI and School Readiness Consulting conducted a formative assessment among family childcare providers, county leadership, and nonprofits to identify the appropriate policy, system, and environmental change needed to support compliance with Maryland’s Healthy Eating and Physical Activity Act. Reports with
- [Healthy Food Access](https://www.institutephi.org/2023/10/26/healthy-food-access/) - Goal: Reduce food insecurity in Montgomery County by creating system-level changes in coordinating and delivering food assistance resources and increasing access to healthy food for our most vulnerable communities. Action: In April 2017, IPHI released a Request for Proposals to facilitate community-based approaches to the TCI strategy areas. Primary Care Coalition (PCC) and the Montgomery County Food Council (MCFC) were awarded
- [Promoting Tobacco-Free Living (Tobacco 21)](https://www.institutephi.org/2023/10/26/promoting-tobacco-free-living-tobacco-21/) - Goal: Increase the minimum legal sales age for tobacco products to 21 years of age to reduce tobacco use among youth and young adults. Action: The American Cancer Society, Tobacco-Free Kids, the American Lung Association, and the American Heart Association, among other local and national organizations, formed the Maryland Tobacco 21 campaign. In October 2019, the campaign successfully advocated for Tobacco 21
- [School Health and Wellness (Local School Wellness Councils)](https://www.institutephi.org/2023/10/26/school-health-and-wellness-local-school-wellness-councils/) - Goal:Create and maintain healthy school environments by increasing school wellness policy implementation by forming local school wellness councils (LSWC). Action: Montgomery County Public School staff worked closely with IPHI’s School Wellness Coordinator to implement LSWCs with support from the University of Maryland Extension, Maryland State Department of Education, and School Workgroup Steering Committee. By 2020, there were 110 LSWCs
- [The Role of Community Power-Building in Reducing Disparities](https://www.institutephi.org/2023/08/30/the-role-of-community-power-building-in-reducing-disparities/) - What is community power-building, and what is its impact on reducing disparities? It highlights and accentuates the voices of community members and organizations most affected by decisions that ultimately affect health and health equity. Mike Royster, IPHI's vice president, joins the Public Health Alliance's PHA Power Bites series to discuss "The Role of Community Power-Building
- [Prince George's Officials Aim to Improve Access to Healthy Foods](https://www.institutephi.org/2023/08/30/prince-georges-officials-aim-to-improve-access-to-healthy-foods/) - The U.S. Department of Agriculture defines food insecurity as a "lack of consistent access to enough food for an active, healthy life." Large swaths of Greater Washington faced some level of food insecurity in 2021, according to the Capital Area Food Bank's 2022 Hunger report... Julia Groenfeldt, IPHI's program manager, discusses filling in the gaps
- [Community Health Workers: Behind-the-Scenes Community Heroes](https://www.institutephi.org/2023/09/08/community-health-workers-behind-the-scenes-community-heroes/) - If your doctor said, “There are comorbidities that will affect your outcome,” many people would not understand what that means or what they need to do to change their outcome. Fortunately, Virginia has an important group of people making healthcare services more accessible and understandable: Community Health Workers. This week happens to be Community Health
- [Los promotores de salud comunitaria (CHW) son la clave para una Virginia más saludable](https://www.institutephi.org/2023/10/26/los-promotores-de-salud-comunitaria-chw-son-la-clave-para-una-virginia-mas-saludable/) - Mes a mes, Emely Baez-Salazar recibe con una sonrisa alentadora a personas de escasos recursos de los condados de Chesterfield y Richmond que requieren atención médica. Emely se comunica fluidamente en español y en inglés, para ayudar a residentes a comprender la importancia de las vacunas y cómo hacerse pruebas para detectar enfermedades crónicas, como,
- [Health Officials Urge Virginians to Get Their Shots Ahead of Respiratory Virus Season](https://www.institutephi.org/2023/10/26/health-officials-urge-virginians-to-get-their-shots-ahead-of-respiratory-virus-season/) - Decreased vaccination rates can also be attributed to a lack of accessibility, according to Bel Kelly-Russo, a program associate at ImmunizeVA, a project of the Institute for Public Health and Innovation. It boils down to access: securing an appointment and affording the shot, Kelly-Russo said. “I would say that there’s fatigue, kind of, on the
- [Prince George's Food Equity Council 10-Year Celebration: 10/24/2023](https://www.institutephi.org/2023/10/10/prince-georges-food-equity-council-10-year-celebration-10-24-2023/) - Join Prince George's Food Equity Council (FEC)'s 10-year celebration event on October 24, 2023! Celebrate a decade of impact by taking a journey through FEC's work over the years and discovering ways to make the work more impactful. Where: Eco City Farms | 4913 Crittenden Street, Hyattsville MD, 20781 When:October 24, 2023, from 4:30 - 6
- [ImmunizeVA 2023 Annual Meeting: 10/27/2023](https://www.institutephi.org/2023/10/13/immunizeva-2023-annual-meeting-10-27-2023/) - Join ImmunizeVA on October 27, 2023, for the third annual meeting! The annual meeting serves as an organizing vehicle for immunization stakeholders from across Virginia to: Discuss challenges and threats to immunization rates, including 'grassroots and grass tips' advocacy Receive professional education and information on statewide immunization trends and best practices Engage in developing strategies
- [Project ECHO: Who is a Community Health Worker (CHW) & How Do I Hire One? 2/22/2023](https://www.institutephi.org/2023/02/15/iphis-community-health-worker-chw-academy-launch-meeting/) - Who is a CHW & How Do I Hire One? Flyer Project ECHO and IPHI's CHWs for a Healthy Virginia are hosting Who is a CHW & How Do I Hire One? on February 22 from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Project ECHO monthly trainings are a part of a Centers for Disease Control (CDC) grant.
- [Tell Your Story for Change Training 3/21/2023](https://www.institutephi.org/2023/03/13/tell-your-story-for-change-training-3-21-2023/) - Tell Your Story for Change Flyer IPHI and the District of Columbia (DC) Community Health Workers (CHW) Association invites CHWs to a workshop on DC law on March 21 from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. This is a two-part virtual training. The details on how to sign up for part two will be given at the
- [Giving Tuesday 2022](https://www.institutephi.org/2022/11/27/giving-tuesday-2022/) - Giving Tuesday 2022: Join Us In Our Fight for Healthy and Equitable Communities Join Us In Our Fight for Healthy & Equitable Communities IPHI strengthens health systems and policy, enhances conditions that promote health, and builds community capacity to ensure equitable health opportunities for all. We believe all people and communities should have equal opportunities
- [National Public Health Week 2023](https://www.institutephi.org/2023/03/27/national-public-health-week-2023/) - National Public Health Week (NPHW) recognizes and celebrates public health professionals in the nation. April 3-9, 2023, marks the 28th NPHW organized by the American Public Health Association (APHA). This year's theme is "Centering and Celebrating Cultures in Health." IPHI acknowledges community health care needs can vary based on cultures, experiences, and environments. We also
- [A Shot at Healthy Living](https://www.institutephi.org/2023/04/25/a-shot-at-healthy-living/) - Last November, I gave birth to a beautiful baby boy. By his 4-month checkup, he had received vaccines to protect him from six diseases. By this time next year, he’ll have immunity from 14 preventable diseases. As a new mom and a leader with ImmunizeVA, both are personal and professional priorities for me. ImmunizeVA is
- [Prince George's County Passes Bill to Bolster Healthy Restaurants](https://www.institutephi.org/2023/07/18/prince-georges-county-passes-bill-to-bolster-healthy-restaurants/) - IPHI's Program Associate Heaven Jordan speaks on behalf of the Prince George's County Food Equity Council (PGC FEC) in support of the Healthy Restaurants Program. Heaven Jordan, program associate for the Prince George’s County Food Equity Council, told the council that her organization is in favor of the bill because of the county’s lead in
- [Meeting Local Health Departments' Data Capacity Needs: Opportunities for Secondary Data Source Providers](https://www.institutephi.org/2023/07/26/meeting-local-health-departments-data-capacity-needs-opportunities-for-secondary-data-source-providers/) - IPHI's Senior Evaluation Manager co-wrote an article in the Journal of Public Health Management and Practice. Local health departments (LHDs) use data with the intent to understand the issues and trends impacting the health of their community members. Accordingly, many LHDs rely on secondary data to inform their work. Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, the public
- [SAVE THE DATE: Community Health Workers' Pathways to Success: 9/14/2023](https://www.institutephi.org/2023/08/01/community-health-workers-pathways-to-success-9-14-2023/) - CHWs' Pathways to Success Flyer The CHW Academy is supported by the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) as part of an award totaling $3 million with 18.45% financed with non-governmental sources. The contents are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily represent the
- [Redirecting Food Waste in Prince George's County](https://www.institutephi.org/2023/08/08/redirecting-food-waste-in-prince-georges-county/) - In an interview with the Intersection Magazine, IPHI's Program Associate Heaven Jordan discusses innovative strategies to tackle food waste and support local communities in Prince George's County. The Prince George’s Food Equity Council hasn’t always done the job that it is doing now (connecting communities to organizations that provide them with food). Heaven Jordan, the
- [Immunization Rates for Virginia Kindergartenders Still Lower Than Pre-Pandemic Levels](https://www.institutephi.org/2023/08/16/immunization-rates-for-virginia-kindergartenders-still-lower-than-pre-pandemic-levels/) - During National Immunization Awareness Month, IPHI's Senior Program Manager discusses the drop in kindergarten immunization rates in a WDBJ7 interview. People have been afraid of vaccines or had concerns and questions since the very first vaccine for smallpox was invented. But in turn, those questions, those doubts and their skepticisms have led us to have
- [Vaccines Provide Hope and Care](https://www.institutephi.org/2023/08/17/vaccines-provide-hope-and-care/) - Seven years after my father passed, I recently experienced an unexpected emotion: Hope. His death at the youthful age of 52 came as a shock. He was my best friend, cheerleader and confidante, and despite being a marathon runner and all-around healthy person, he was diagnosed with brain cancer. His prognosis of six months jarred
- [Entrenamiento Para Promotores de Salud: 8/14/2023 - 10/12/2023](https://www.institutephi.org/2023/08/01/entrenamiento-para-promotores-de-salud-8-14-2023-10-12-2023/) - Volante de capacitación en habilidades básicas para promotores de salud en Virginia ¿LE INTERESA MEJORAR LA SALUD DE SU COMUNIDAD? ¿Es usted un ayudante por naturaleza con interés en conectar a sus amigos y vecinos a los recursos y la atención de la salud? ¿Quiere aprender a defenderse a sí mismo y a los demás,
- [Giving Tuesday 2021](https://www.institutephi.org/2021/11/29/iphi-giving-tuesday/) - Giving Tuesday 2021: Join Us In Our Fight for Healthy and Equitable Communities This Giving Tuesday, consider a gift to IPHI as we work to dismantle health inequities and strengthen communities in the District of Columbia, Maryland, and Virginia. The Institute for Public Health Innovation (IPHI) works to improve health systems and policies, enhance conditions
- [Community Health Workers' Pathways to Success: 9/14/2023](https://www.institutephi.org/2023/08/25/community-health-workers-pathways-to-success-9-14-2023-2/) - CHWs' Pathways to Success Registration Flyer Step into a brighter future at Community Health Workers' (CHWs’) Pathways to Success, a one-day conference and career fair designed to boost your CHW journey. Improve your interview skills, discover stress management techniques, and empower yourself as a vital advocate. Connect with organizations and companies hiring CHWs in the
- [National Community Health Worker Awareness Week 2023](https://www.institutephi.org/2023/08/27/national-community-health-worker-awareness-week-2023/) - National Community Health Worker Awareness Week (NCHWAW) is here! From August 28 to September 1, NCHWAW is a transformative campaign to raise awareness about community health workers’ (CHWs) role and impact. The National Association of Community Health Workers (NACHW) launched this national event to recognize CHW’s invaluable contributions, promote authentic partnerships, and advocate for policies
- [Celebrating Excellence in Nursing: IPHI's Carolyn Padovano, PhD, RN, FAAN Inducted into the American Academy of Nursing 2023 Class of Fellows](https://www.institutephi.org/2023/06/29/celebrating-excellence-in-nursing-iphis-carolyn-padovano-inducted-into-the-american-academy-of-nursing-2023-class-of-fellows/) - The American Academy of Nursing (Academy) celebrates its 50th anniversary by inducting 253 distinguished nurse leaders into the 2023 Class of Fellows. These accomplished individuals represent 40 states, the District of Columbia, and 13 countries, showcasing the broad impact of nursing across various roles and settings. Among the esteemed Fellows is Senior Director Carolyn Padovano,
- [Immunization Awareness Month](https://www.institutephi.org/2021/08/24/immunization-awareness-month/) - August is National Immunization Awareness Month. ImmunizeVA is celebrating in a number of ways. In July, the coalition announced its newest mascot, Tracker. To celebrate Immunization Awareness Month, the coalition is hosting a Tracker-themed coloring contest. Expect to see her tracking vaccines across Virginia! In August, Virginia Governor Ralph Northam issued a governor’s proclamation to
- [National Public Health Week 2022](https://www.institutephi.org/2022/04/03/national-public-health-week-2022/) - April 4-10, 2022, marks the 27th National Public Health Week (NPHW) organized by the American Public Health Association (APHA). During this observation, we recognize the contributions of public health and highlight issues that are important to improving our nation. This year's theme is "Public Health Is Where You Are." The places where you are physically,
- [Community Health Workers (CHWs): A Critical Component of the Clinical Team Webinar 3/30/2023](https://www.institutephi.org/2023/03/13/community-health-workers-chws-a-critical-component-of-the-clinical-team-webinar-3-30-2023/) - CHWs: A Critical Component of the Clinical Team Flyer CHWs have been a part of the American public health sector for at least 50 years. Yet, some still don't know or understand the critical role of CHWs. Join this webinar on March 30 from noon to 1 p.m. to hear from those who have seen proven results
- [Institute for Public Health Innovation Launches New Website and Brand Refresh](https://www.institutephi.org/2023/03/06/institute-for-public-health-innovation-launches-new-website-and-brand-refresh/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – March 6, 2023For More Information, Contact:Communications Director Taya Jarman, APR202-747-3541 tjarman@institutephi.org (Richmond, VA) — The Institute for Public Health Innovation (IPHI) is pleased to announce its new website and brand refresh on March 6, 2023. IPHI is a nonprofit that develops multi-sector partnerships and innovative solutions to improve the public’s health and well-being across the
- [Regional Public Health Institute Recognizes Community Health Workers During National Public Health Week, April 3-9, 2023](https://www.institutephi.org/2023/04/03/regional-public-health-institute-recognizes-community-health-workers-during-national-public-health-week-april-3-9-2023/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – April 3, 2023For More Information, Contact:Communications Director Taya Jarman, APR202-747-3541 tjarman@institutephi.org Washington, DC — As leaders across the country recognize the importance of public health programs during National Public Health Week (NPHW) on April 3-9, the Institute for Public Health Innovation (IPHI) is using the observance to highlight the critical work of community
- [Institute for Public Health Innovation Earns Maryland Accreditation for Community Health Worker Training Program](https://www.institutephi.org/2023/04/26/institute-for-public-health-innovation-earns-maryland-accreditation-forcommunity-health-worker-training-program/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – April 24, 2023For More Information, Contact:Communications Director Taya Jarman, APR202-747-3541 tjarman@institutephi.org Largo, MD — The Institute for Public Health Innovation (IPHI) is pleased to announce that its Community Health Worker (CHW) Core Skills Training Program is accredited by the Maryland Department of Health. The CHW training program increases access to care, improves public
- [The Prince George’s County Food Equity Council and Washington Gas Unveil Cold Storage Trailers to Ensure Fresh Food is Available to Those in Need ](https://www.institutephi.org/2023/06/30/the-prince-georges-county-food-equity-council-and-washington-gas-unveil-cold-storage-trailers-to-ensure-fresh-food-is-available-to-those-in-need-2/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – June 30, 2023For More Information, Contact: Institute for Public Health InnovationCommunications Director Taya Jarman, APRtjarman@institutephi.org Washington GasStrategic Communications Director Andre Francisandre.francis@washgas.com Two refrigerated trailers will increase food storage capacity, reduce food waste, and support sustainable infrastructure to respond to food system disruptions. Prince George's County, MD — On Friday, June 30, the Prince
- [Project ECHO: CHW Supervision Tips & Tricks to Supervise for Retention 5/24/2023](https://www.institutephi.org/2023/05/22/project-echo-chw-supervision-tips-tricks-to-supervise-for-retention-5-24-2023/) - CHW Supervision Tips & Tricks to Supervise for Retention Flyer Project ECHO and IPHI's CHWs for a Healthy Virginia are hosting a community health worker (CHW) supervisor training on May 24 from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Project ECHO monthly trainings are a part of a Centers for Disease Control (CDC) grant. This training is
- [Community Health Worker (CHW) Core Skills Competency Training](https://www.institutephi.org/2022/09/06/community-health-worker-chw-core-skills-competency-training/) - CHW Core Skills Competency Training Flyer IPHI's award-winning CHW training involves minimal didactic teaching and full adult participatory methods. The training includes team-building exercises, role-plays, dyad work, group interaction, teach-backs, and presentations. To register, click: HERE. Training Topics: Human Rights, Equity & Perspective Transformation Communication Public Health Knowledge Introduction to the CHW Role: CHW History,
- [Community Member Focus Group: Join 4/17/2023 or 4/18/2023](https://www.institutephi.org/2023/04/10/community-member-focus-group-join-4-17-2023-or-4-18-2023/) - Community Member Focus Group Invite Who can participate?Residents over the age of 18 living in: Montgomery County, MD Prince George’s County, MD Alexandria, VA Fairfax County, VA Arlington, VA Washington, D.C. What?Help us understand the following: Importance of having CHWs in your community Interests in a job that involves community outreach, providing health education, and
- [Centering and Celebrating Cultures with the IPHI Team](https://www.institutephi.org/2023/03/31/centering-and-celebrating-cultures-with-the-iphi-team/) - In honor of National Public Health Week, we asked a few team members, “What Does Culture Mean to You"?
- [Seven Maryland and Virginia Municipalities Receive Grants For Policy and Environmental Changes that Promote Healthy Eating and Active Living](https://www.institutephi.org/2019/04/29/maryland-virginia-municipalities-receive-grants-policy-environmental-promote-healthy-eating-active-living/) - For Immediate Release April 29, 2019 Washington, DC – Through its Healthy Eating Active Living (HEAL) Cities & Towns Campaign, the Institute for Public Health Innovation (IPHI) and Kaiser Permanente, founding partner, has awarded a total of $45,125 to seven Maryland and Virginia municipalities to implement policies that promote access to nutritious foods and opportunities for
- [Download IPHI Brochure](https://www.institutephi.org/2014/08/23/download-iphi-brochure/) - We have provided a wealth of information on our website, but if you'd like a quick overview of our organization and would like to share information with a colleague, we welcome you to download our brochure. To download the brochure, click: HERE.
- [Requests for Proposals: Organizational Development Consultant   ](https://www.institutephi.org/2023/02/24/organizational-development-consultant/) - Proposal Due By: March 17, 2023 Organizational Background Founded in 2009, the Institute for Public Health Innovation (IPHI) is the official public health institute serving the District of Columbia, Maryland, and Virginia and one of over 40 such institutes within the National Network of Public Health Institutes (www.nnphi.org). IPHI creates partnerships across sectors and cultivates innovative
- [IPHI and CommonHealth ACTION Announce New Partnership Structure](https://www.institutephi.org/2015/07/01/iphi-commonhealth-action-announce-partnership-structure/) - IPHI and CommonHealth ACTION Announce New Partnership Structure For Immediate Release: July 1, 2015 Washington, DC – The Boards of Directors of CommonHealth ACTION and the Institute for Public Health Innovation (IPHI) are pleased to announce an exciting new stage in the relationship between the two non-profit organizations. As of July 1, 2015, IPHI will
- [Prince George's County Food Equity Forum Addresses County Health and Healthy Foods](https://www.institutephi.org/2014/09/23/prince-georges-county-food-equity-forum-addresses-county-health-healthy-foods/) - Local Food System Stakeholders Focus on Innovations and Policy Opportunities in Farming, Nutrition Education, and Affordable Healthy Food Retail at Prince George's County First-Ever "Food Equity Forum" HYATTSVILLE, MD (September 18, 2014) - High levels of chronic disease and obesity, especially in low-income communities, hamper the quality of life in Prince George's County. Dozens of food and
- [The Institute for Public Health Innovation Receives National Network of Public Health Institutes Grant](https://www.institutephi.org/2014/09/19/institute-public-health-innovation-receives-national-network-public-health-institutes-grant/) - The Institute for Public Health Innovation Receives National Network of Public Health Institutes Grant Grant will help IPHI develop new strategies to improve community health September 15, 2014—Washington, DC—The Institute for Public Health Innovation (IPHI) has been awarded a grant by the National Network of Public Health Institutes (NNPHI) and the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation
- [IPHI Unveils New Logo & Launches a New Website](https://www.institutephi.org/2014/05/12/iphi-unveils-logo-launches-website/) - Washington, DC (May 12, 2014) The Institute for Public Health Innovation (IPHI) is proud to reveal our new logo, tagline and website. These changes are part of a comprehensive re-branding effort to assist in communicating about the important work we do to improve the public's health across the District of Columbia, Maryland and Virginia. Formed
- [New Online Portal Aims to Inform Students and Families About Walking and Bicycling Routes to and From Schools](https://www.institutephi.org/2020/08/31/new-online-portal-aims-to-inform-students-and-families-about-walking-and-bicycling-routes-to-and-from-schools/) - The Montgomery County Department of Transportation’s Story Map is Helping Montgomery County Students Stay Safe and Active this School Year As part of the Healthy Montgomery Transforming Communities Initiative (TCI), the Montgomery County Department of Transportation launched a brand-new, online-based web application also known as a Story Map aimed to be used as an informational
- [Montgomery County Public Schools Launches First School Wellness Council Toolkit in the State of Maryland](https://www.institutephi.org/2020/08/31/montgomery-county-public-schools-launches-first-school-wellness-council-toolkit-in-the-state-of-maryland/) - The Toolkit Aims to Provide Schools with the Resources Necessary to Successfully Implement Local Wellness Councils and Improve Wellness Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) is excited to announce the release of the MCPS School Wellness Toolkit. Montgomery County Public Schools partnered with the Healthy Montgomery Transforming Communities Initiative (TCI) to develop this toolkit in order
- [Bringing Hope Through Nutrition and Wellness Assistance](https://www.institutephi.org/2020/08/31/bringing-hope-through-nutrition-and-wellness-assistance/) - How The Food is Medicine Program Is Reducing The Burden of Diabetes Among Residents of Montgomery County The links between diet and diabetes are clear -- good nutrition is an effective form of prevention and balanced, predictable meals are essential to diabetes management. In Montgomery County, over 60,000 residents are food insecure – meaning they
- [Montgomery County Anti-Vaping Campaign Announces Finalists From PSA Contest](https://www.institutephi.org/2020/08/31/montgomery-county-anti-vaping-campaign-announces-finalists-from-psa-contest/) - The Campaign Called on Youth to Create Content Aimed at Educating and Preventing Their Peers From Using E-Cigarettes The Montgomery County Department of Health and Human Services, Montgomery County Public Schools, and the Healthy Montgomery Transforming Communities Initiative (TCI) are excited to share the finalists from their anti-vaping PSA video contest for students. This contest,
- [Community Advisory Board Engages County Residents to Address Food Security Needs in Montgomery County](https://www.institutephi.org/2020/08/31/community-advisory-board-engages-county-residents-to-address-food-security-needs-in-montgomery-county/) - Residents Advocate for a Sustainable and Equitable Local Food System Since its founding in 2019, the Montgomery County Food Council's Community Advisory Board (FSCAB) has been a vessel for engaging the voices of county residents who are currently, or have in the past, experienced food insecurity. Members help to support the Montgomery County Food Council's
- [IPHI Celebrates 10 Years of Service: A Message from our President & CEO](https://www.institutephi.org/2020/11/17/iphi-celebrates-10-years-of-service-a-message-from-our-president-ceo/) - This year marks the 10th anniversary of the Institute for Public Health Innovation. Since 2010, our organization has partnered with a range of public and private partners to strengthen health systems and policy, enhance conditions that promote health, and build healthier and more equitable communities for all. As we face unprecedented health, economic, and environmental
- [The Prince George’s County Food Equity Council Launches New Food Recovery Platform to Fight Hunger and Reduce Food Waste](https://www.institutephi.org/2021/01/25/the-prince-georges-county-food-equity-council-launches-new-food-recovery-platform-to-fight-hunger-and-reduce-food-waste/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE– January 25, 2021 Media Contacts: Julia Groenfeldt, Jgroenfeldt@institutephi.org The Prince George’s County Food Equity Council Launches New Food Recovery Platform to Fight Hunger and Reduce Food Waste PRINCE GEORGE’S COUNTY, MD -- The Prince George’s Food Equity Council (FEC), an initiative of the Institute for Public Health Innovation (IPHI) has joined the Food
- [Happy Pride from IPHI!](https://www.institutephi.org/2021/06/16/happy-pride-from-iphi/) - This month, we celebrate Pride – a chance to reflect on the progress made for those in the LGBTQ+ community, to learn about the issues most impacting their lives today and to speak up for those whose voices have been marginalized. While the community has seen significant victories in the last year (including a Supreme
- [The Prince George’s County Food Equity Council and Washington Gas Unveil Cold Storage Trailers to Ensure Fresh Food is Available to Those in Need](https://www.institutephi.org/2021/07/23/the-prince-georges-county-food-equity-council-and-washington-gas-unveil-cold-storage-trailers-to-ensure-fresh-food-is-available-to-those-in-need/) - Three new refrigerated trailers that are part of a $315,000 investment by Washington Gas to support food security will increase food storage capacity, reduce food waste, and create sustainable infrastructure to respond to future food system disruptions July 20, 2021 (Prince George’s County, MD) – Today, the Prince George’s County Food Equity Council (FEC), an initiative
- [Institute for Public Health Innovation Awarded $1 million to Increase COVID-19 Vaccinations in Washington D.C. and Prince George's County](https://www.institutephi.org/2021/08/16/institute-for-public-health-innovation-awarded-1-million-to-increase-covid-19-vaccinations-in-washington-d-c-and-prince-georges-county/) - Washington, DC — The Institute for Public Health Innovation (IPHI) was awarded $1 million from the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) to help increase COVID-19 vaccinations in high-need areas of the District of Columbia and Prince George’s County, Maryland. IPHI was one of 127 organizations awarded $121 million in America Rescue Plan funds. The
- [IPHI and Montgomery County Public Schools Release COVID-19 Wellness Needs Assessment](https://www.institutephi.org/2021/08/24/iphi-and-montgomery-county-public-schools-release-covid-19-wellness-needs-assessment/) - The Report Offers Recommendations to Support Local School Wellness Councils in An Ever-Changing Environment The Institute for Public Health Innovation (IPHI) and Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) are excited to announce the Supporting the Sustainability of Local School Wellness Council: COVID-19 Wellness Needs Assessment results. The report was developed in collaboration with Community Science, the project team’s
- [CDC Awards Virginia $4.3M to Scale Up Community Health Workers to Support COVID-19 Response and Recovery](https://www.institutephi.org/2021/08/31/cdc-awards-virginia-4-3m-to-scale-up-community-health-workers-to-support-covid-19-response-and-recovery/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 31, 2021 Media Contacts: VDH: Brookie Crawford, public information officer, Central Region, brookie.crawford@vdh.virginia.gov IPHI: Taya Jarman, tjarman@institutephi.org CDC Awards Virginia $4.3M to Scale Up Community Health Workers to Support Covid-19 Response and Recovery (RICHMOND, Va.) — The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) awarded more than $4.3 million to the Institute for Public Health Innovation
- [Prince George's County Food Security Task Force Highlights 11 New Recommendations to Improve Food Security](https://www.institutephi.org/2022/01/26/pg-food-security-task-force/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – January 26, 2022 Media Contacts: FEC: Julia Groenfeldt, julia@pgcfec.org IPHI: Sydney Daigle, sdaigle@institutephi.org Prince George's County Food Security Task Force Highlights 11 New Recommendations to Improve Food Security (PRINCE GEORGE’S COUNTY, Md.) — The silence of hunger has been heard loud and clear thanks to the Prince George’s County Food Security Task Force, the Institute
- [<strong>Two Steps Forward: Racism IS a Public Health Crisis  </strong>](https://www.institutephi.org/2022/06/23/two-steps-forward-racism-is-a-public-health-crisis/) - A Statement from the Institute for Public Health Innovation Staff and Board of Directors: Last year, Virginia made history as the first southern state to declare racism as a public health crisis. It was an essential step in the long and challenging work of undoing institutional racism in Virginia’s policies, systems, structures, and norms. Then
- [Robert Wood Johnson Foundation's Article on Public Health Institutes](https://www.institutephi.org/2022/03/17/robert-woof-johnson-foundations-article-on-public-health-institutes/) - The Institute for Public Health Innovation (IPHI) was identified as a public health institute example to follow, along with the Public Health Institute of Metropolitan Chicago. The article describes, “Public health institutes are nonprofit organizations that support efforts toward a more stable, robust, public health infrastructure to address health and social needs in the context
- [Community Transformation Grant Leadership Team](https://www.institutephi.org/2023/02/06/community-transformation-grant-leadership-team/) - -
- [Effective COVID-19 Messaging Webinar 7/26/2022](https://www.institutephi.org/2022/07/19/effective-covid-19-messaging-webinar-7-26-2022/) - Effective COVID-19 Messaging Webinar Flyer Are you looking for training on effective COVID-19 messaging for parents and families? Join this webinar on Tuesday, July 26, from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. to learn how to address COVID-19 and vaccine hesitancy. Click: HERE to register.
- [Mental Health First Aid for Community Health Workers (CHWs) Training](https://www.institutephi.org/2022/09/30/mental-health-first-aid-for-community-health-workers-chws/) - Mental Health First Aid for CHWs Flyer All trainings will be from 10 a.m. to noon, Training 1 October 12, 14, 19, and 24 Training 2 November 15, 16, 17, and 18 There are only 20 seats available per training, so register soon! To register, click: HERE.
- [Tell Your Story For Change Series](https://www.institutephi.org/2022/10/10/community-health-workers-chws-healthy-housing-webinar-9-22-2022-2/) - Tell Your Story for Change Flyer October 17 from 4:30 p.m. to 6 p.m. October 24 from 4:30 p.m. to 6 p.m. To register, click: HERE.
- [Community Health Workers (CHWs) & Healthy Housing Webinar: 9/22/2022](https://www.institutephi.org/2022/09/15/community-health-workers-chws-healthy-housing-webinar-9-22-2022/) - CHWs & Healthy Housing Flyer IPHI's DC Health Housing Collaborative (DCHHC) is hosting a webinar on Thursday, September 22, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. via Zoom. Join the conversation to discover how CHWs can help residents address their housing problems, look for potential hazards, and find resources. This webinar is for CHWs in the District of
- [Why Equity Matters:  Creating Healthy Communities](https://www.institutephi.org/2018/04/19/equity-matters-creating-healthy-communities/) - Thursday, April 26, 2018 1:30 – 2:30 p.m. EDT Join the Institute for Public Health Innovation for a 1-hour webinar to explore health equity and why equity matters. The webinar will highlight data related to health equity in the Virginia, DC, and Maryland region. It will also provide an overview of the 1-day, in-person workshop that IPHI
- [Upcoming Event on October 20th - “A CANDIDate Conversation: Food, Farms, and the Future of Prince George’s"](https://www.institutephi.org/2017/10/11/a-candidate-conversation-food-farms-future-prince-georges/) - EVENT Title: “A CANDIDate Conversation: Food, Farms, and the Future of Prince George’s" Date: Friday, October 20, 2017, from noon to 4:30 p.m. Location: 14000 Jericho Park Rd, Bowie, MD 20715, USA Url: View event in Google Calendar DESCRIPTION Join the Prince George's County Food Equity Council and partners during the afternoon of Friday, October 20th,
- [Community Food Access: Reducing Food Insecurity and Obesity through the Healthy Montgomery Transforming Communities Initiative](https://www.institutephi.org/2018/08/23/community-food-access-reducing-food-insecurity-obesity-healthy-montgomery-transforming-communities-initiative/) - Healthy Montgomery Webinar Series - Community Food Access: Reducing Food Insecurity and Obesity through the Healthy Montgomery Transforming Communities Initiative Part 1: October 4th | Part 2: October 16th 2:00 - 3:00 PM EST This two-part webinar highlights innovative efforts in Montgomery County, MD that are changing how we think about food insecurity and obesity. Part 1:
- [IPHI Celebrates 19 Graduates of the CHW Core Skills Training](https://www.institutephi.org/2018/08/29/iphi-celebrate-19-graduates-chw-core-skills-training/) - Several CHWs spoke of how this training provided them with the skills needed to succeed as CHWs. Read their statements below. Sean Reid: "My name is Sean Reid and I formally became a CHW because I truly believe that environmental and social factors can have a profound effect on an individual's overall health. My role
- [IPHI Hosts Webinar on Decreasing Life Expectancy](https://www.institutephi.org/2019/03/08/iphi-hosts-webinar-decreasing-life-expectancy/) - America's Public Health Crisis: Declining Life Expectancy & its Systemic Causes On February 25, 2019, the Institute for Public Health Innovation hosted a webinar examining declining life expectancy trends in the U.S. In 2018, the CDC released data revealing that U.S. life expectancy declined for the third consecutive year. This is an unprecedented trend in
- [IPHI to be Featured in National Workshop on the Workforce for Population Health Improvement](https://www.institutephi.org/2019/03/14/iphi-featured-national-workshop-workforce-population-health-improvement/) - On March 21, 2019, the Roundtable on Population Health Improvement, part of the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine, will convene a one-day public workshop to explore the broad and multidisciplinary nature of the population health workforce. Michael Rhein and Dwyan Monroe from the Institute for Public Health Innovation will talk about community health
- [IPHI and the Prince George’s County Food Equity Council host Focus Groups to Address Food and Beverage Marketing](https://www.institutephi.org/2019/11/07/iphi-prince-georges-county-food-equity-council-host-focus-groups-address-food-beverage-marketing/) - The Institute for Public Health Innovation (IPHI) and the Prince George’s County Food Equity Council (FEC) are working in partnership with the National Collaborative for Health Equity and Drexel University to host focus groups in Prince George's County, MD.The overarching objective of this study is to stimulate community action to address the targeted marketing of
- [IPHI Launches Weekly COVID-19 Video Conference Series for Community Health Workers](https://www.institutephi.org/2020/04/01/iphi-launches-weekly-covid-19-video-conference-series-community-health-workers/) - During the growing community spread of COVID-19 nationally and in our region, there has rightfully been discussion of the roles of community health workers (CHWs) in responding to the pandemic. CHWs are vital members of the health workforce and can contribute greatly during health emergencies and the recovery that follows. We believe there needs to be
- [Webinar: 4/16/21 - "Declaring Racism a Public Health Crisis in Virginia"](https://www.institutephi.org/2021/04/02/racism-is-a-public-health-crisis-webinar-series/) - In February of this year, Virginia became the first southern state to declare racism a public health crisis. This resolution, sponsored by Delegate Lashrecse Aird (D-Petersburg), is a significant step for a state built on the legacy of the Confederacy and segregationist policy. Virginia joins 181 cities and counties and 7 states in declaring racism
- [IPHI Regional Virtual CHW Core Skills Training: Fall Session: September- October 2021](https://www.institutephi.org/2021/08/27/chw-discovery-series-chws-addressing-health-disparities-in-chronic-disease/) - IPHI CHW Virtual Core Skills Competency Training (Fall Session: September - October 2021) IPHI offers a 100hr. Core Skills Competency for CHWs in a variety of formats that are adaptable to agency and program needs including: Human Rights, Equity & Perspective Transformation Communication Public Health Knowledge Introduction to The CHW Role: CHW History, Roles, Skills, Tasks CHW
- [CHW Discovery Series: CHWs Addressing Health Disparities in Chronic Disease](https://www.institutephi.org/2022/05/06/chw-discovery-series-chws-addressing-health-disparities-in-chronic-disease-3/) - All trainings will take place from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. with a 30-minute break. Tues. May 24 - CHWs and Research Describe the various types of research and how they are different and similar. Explain the importance of research. Explain barriers and resistance for minority communities in participating in research opportunities. Develop strategies to
- [CHWS for a Healthy VA: Team & Supervisor Integration Training](https://www.institutephi.org/2022/06/21/chws-for-a-healthy-va-team-supervisor-integration-training/) - Team & Supervisor Integration Training Flyer Summer session July 6 and 20, from 12:30 p.m. yo 4:30 p.m. Fall session September 14 and 18, October 12 and 26, from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Each session includes a 30-minute break. Click: HERE to register.
- [IPHI’s Equity-Centered Training Program for Pandemic Emergency Responders](https://www.institutephi.org/2021/03/24/iphis-equity-centered-training-program-for-pandemic-emergency-responders/) - For the March 2021 issue of its publication Elevate, the National Network of Public Health Institutes (NNPHI) spoke with IPHI’s Dr. Carolyn Padovano and Christine Stewart to discuss IPHI’s health equity-centered training program for contact tracers and other COVID-19 emergency responders. IPHI developed the training specifically its public/private partnership with Fairfax County Health Department in Virginia. To
- [IPHI HOSTS MARYLAND’S FIRST STATEWIDE FOOD SUMMIT](https://www.institutephi.org/2015/10/09/iphi-hosts-marylands-first-statewide-food-summit/) - IPHI HOSTS MARYLAND’S FIRST STATEWIDE FOOD SUMMIT IPHI hosted Maryland’s first statewide food summit, Developing a Maryland Food Charter: Statewide Summit, on October 15, 2015. The event included nearly 60 participants from all five regions of the state. The summit focused on the following: The current status of potential food systems issues at the state-level An
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- [$40,000 Available to HEAL Cities and Towns to Implement HEAL Policies](https://www.institutephi.org/2015/04/13/heal-cities-towns-campaign-small-grants/) - HEAL Cities & Towns Campaign Offering $40,000 in Small Grants to Maryland and Virginia Cities and Towns This spring, for the first time ever, cities and towns in Maryland and Virginia have an opportunity to obtain new resources to increase local options for healthy eating and active living from the Healthy Eating Active Living Cities
- [TCI School Wellness Coordinator (Contractor)](https://www.institutephi.org/2018/07/18/tci-school-wellness-coordinator-contractor/) - TCI School Wellness Coordinator (Contractor) Background: IPHI is recruiting a contractor to serve as a part-time Healthy Montgomery Transforming Communities Initiative (TCI) Wellness Coordinator to support the development and implementation of school wellness councils in Montgomery County, Maryland. Trinity Health, one of the country's largest health systems, awarded partners involved in the Healthy Montgomery community
- [Six Virginia Communities Demonstrate Commitment to Healthy Eating and Active Living](https://www.institutephi.org/2019/10/28/virginia-communities-demonstrate-commitment-healthy-eating-active-living/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE –October 28, 2019 Six Virginia Communities Demonstrate Commitment to Healthy Eating and Active Living (ROANAKE, Va.) — On October 8th, the Institute for Public Health Innovation’s (IPHI) HEAL (Healthy Eating Active Living) Cities and Town’s Campaign awarded HEAL recognition to six Virginia cities and towns for their commendable efforts to improve their communities’
- [Food Equity Council Leads COVID-19 Food Assistance Response in Prince George's County, Maryland](https://www.institutephi.org/2020/04/27/food-equity-county-leads-covid-19-food-assistance-response-prince-georges-county-maryland/) - Food Equity Council Leads COVID-19 Food Assistance Response in Prince George's County, Maryland Since the COVID-19 crisis began in March, the Prince George’s County Food Equity Council (FEC) has been one of the leading organizations for Prince George’s County's COVID-19 food assistance response. Housed at IPHI, the FEC’s work has focused on coordinating the diverse
- [Virginia Re-establishes Statewide Immunization Coalition in Response to Falling Immunization Rates](https://www.institutephi.org/2020/05/04/virginia-re-establishes-statewide-immunization-coalition-response-falling-immunization-rates/) - Virginia Re-establishes Statewide Immunization Coalition in Response to Falling Immunization Rates With seed funding from the Virginia Department of Health, IPHI is working to re-establish a statewide immunization coalition in Virginia, called ImmunizeVA. The first coalition meeting will take place virtually in May 2020 after the initial launch was postponed in March due to the
- [Fairfax County Health Department Partners with IPHI to Expand Contact Tracing Efforts](https://www.institutephi.org/2020/05/29/fairfax-county-health-department-partners-with-iphi-to-expand-contact-tracing-efforts/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE –May 28, 2020 Fairfax County Health Department Partners with IPHI to Expand Contact Tracing Efforts Today, the Fairfax County Health Department (FCHD) in Virginia announced a new partnership with the Institute for Public Health Innovation (IPHI) to hire and train staff for COVID-19 contact tracing efforts. Across the country, state and local jurisdictions
- [DC Healthy Homes Collaborative Creates Videos and Materials to Keep Families Healthy](https://www.institutephi.org/2020/07/16/dc-healthy-homes-collaborative-creates-videos-and-materials-to-keep-families-healthy/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE–July 16, 2020 Home Tips to Keep Families Healthy As families enter their fourth month home with children, the DC Healthy Housing Collaborative (DCHHC) knows one of parents’ top concerns is how to keep homes clean and pest-free. For parents of children with asthma, this can be even more concerning. The more time
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- [Call for CHW Consultant Trainers](https://www.institutephi.org/2021/11/08/call-for-chw-consultant-trainers/) - Call for CHW Consultant Trainers The Institute for Public Health Innovation (IPHI) is currently recruiting experienced and organized community health worker (CHW) consultant trainers to support our organization. The CHW Consultant Trainer must be familiar with the role of community health workers and have had at least two to three years of experience training health
- [The Food Equity Council's COVID-19 Food Assistance Response in Prince George’s County, Maryland: A One-Year Update ](https://www.institutephi.org/2021/04/01/the-food-equity-councils-covid-19-food-assistance-response-in-prince-georges-county-maryland-a-one-year-update/) - Release Date: April 01, 2021 The Food Equity Council's COVID-19 Food Assistance Response in Prince George’s County, Maryland: A One-Year Update It’s been one year since Prince George’s County saw its first COVID-19 case. Since then, over 79,000 Prince Georgian’s have been infected and over 1,300 have died. As we mark this somber occasion, the
- [Op-Ed on Racism as a Public Health Crisis in Virginia](https://www.institutephi.org/2021/02/08/op-ed-on-racism-as-a-public-health-crisis-in-virginia/) - IPHI’s VP partners with Voices for Virginia’s Children to write an op-ed on declaring racism a public health crisis in Virginia https://vakids.org/our-news/blog/virginia-must-declare-racism-as-a-public-health-crisis-2
- [IPHI Hosts 1st Regional Conference to Bring Together DC, MD, & VA CHWs to Share Best Practices, Expand Skill Set](https://www.institutephi.org/2019/08/20/iphi-hosts-1st-regional-conference-bring-dc-md-va-chws-share-practices-expand-skill-set/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 20, 2019 Contact: Kady Pecorella 202-350-4120 kpecorella@institutephi.org IPHI HOSTS FIRST REGIONAL CONFERENCE TO BRING TOGETHER DC, VA, AND MD COMMUNITY HEALTH WORKERS TO SHARE BEST PRACTICES, EXPAND SKILL SET Almost 300 Participants Gather from all over DC, VA, and MD Region to Elevate Shared Knowledge, Experiences, and Role of CHWs
- [Healthy Montgomery Transforming Communities Initiative Launches New Video](https://www.institutephi.org/2019/07/24/healthy-montgomery-transforming-communities-initiative-launches-video/) - Healthy Montgomery Transforming Communities Initiative Launches New Video The Healthy Montgomery Transforming Communities Initiative (TCI) has just released a new video that highlights the successful partnerships of the initiative. Since 2016, this initiative has brought together stakeholders across public, private, and non-profit sectors to improve school wellness, increase community food access, expand safe routes to schools,
- [The HEAL Cities & Town’s Campaign Recognizes Health Policy Achievements of Maryland Cities](https://www.institutephi.org/2019/06/24/healmml2019/) - For Immediate Release June 24, 2019 The HEAL Cities & Town’s Campaign Recognizes Health Policy Achievements of Maryland Cities Ocean City, Maryland, June 23, 2019 — For the seventh consecutive year, the Institute for Public Health Innovation’s (IPHI) HEAL (Healthy Eating Active Living) Cities and Towns Campaign has recognized Maryland municipalities for their achievements adopting
- [Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan Signs Bill Raising Tobacco Sales Age to 21](https://www.institutephi.org/2019/05/22/md-tobacco-21/) - Huge Victory for Maryland Youth! Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan Signs Bill Raising Tobacco Sales Age to 21 We did it! After months of hard work from the Tobacco 21 campaign and its partners, Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan signed a bill that raises the legal age for purchasing tobacco products to 21 years of age.
- [Institute for Public Health Innovation Announces HEAL Cities & Towns Campaign  Grants Program with $40,000 Available in Funding](https://www.institutephi.org/2019/02/15/heal-grants/) - For Immediate Release 15 February 2019 Institute for Public Health Innovation Announces HEAL Cities & Towns Campaign Grants Program with $40,000 Available in Funding Washington, DC – Through its HEAL Cities & Towns Campaign, the Institute for Public Health Innovation (IPHI) is offering a total of $40,000 to local governments in Maryland and Virginia
- [Twenty-Eight Mini-Grants Awarded to Montgomery County Public Schools to support Local School Wellness Councils](https://www.institutephi.org/2019/02/04/twenty-eight-mini-grants-awarded-montgomery-county-public-schools-support-local-school-wellness-councils/) - 28 Mini-Grants Awarded to Montgomery County Public Schools to Support Local School Wellness Councils Through the Healthy Montgomery Transforming Communities Initiative (TCI), IPHI is partnering with Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) to provide technical assistance and funding to create and maintain a healthy school environment through the formation of local school wellness councils (LSWC). LSWCs
- [Southern Maryland Partners Launch PreventionLink](https://www.institutephi.org/2019/01/04/iphi-serve-primary-partner-preventionlink/) - Southern Maryland Partnership Receives Major Federal Funding to Create Integrated Regional System of Chronic Disease Prevention and Care. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recently awarded the Prince George’s County Health Department and a broad group of partners a $12 million, 5-year cooperative agreement to lead the collaborative development of regional infrastructure
- [IPHI Leads Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Training for Project HOPE](https://www.institutephi.org/2018/12/03/iphi-leads-project-hope-equity-diversity-inclusion-training/) - IPHI Leads Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Training for Project HOPE On December 3-4, 2018, IPHI facilitated a 2-day workshop on equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) with state and local leaders in early childhood education in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. The workshop supported Nemours Children’s Health System Project HOPE: Harnessing Opportunity for Positive Equitable Early Childhood Development,
- [Thirteen HEAL Cities & Towns Recognized at 2018 Virginia Municipal League Conference](https://www.institutephi.org/2018/10/23/thirteen-heal-cities-towns-recognized-2018-virginia-municipal-league-conference/) - Thirteen HEAL Cities & Towns Recognized at 2018 Virginia Municipal League Conference The City of Hampton, Virginia -- On October 1st, 2018, the HEAL Cities and Towns Campaign for the Mid-Atlantic welcomed three new members and recognized the achievements of eleven Virginia cities, towns, and counties at the annual Virginia Municipal League’s (VML) Conference in
- [Maryland Cities and Towns Demonstrate Commitment to Healthy Eating Active Living](https://www.institutephi.org/2018/09/19/maryland-cities-towns-demonstrate-commitment-healthy-eating-active-living/) - Maryland Cities and Towns Demonstrate Commitment to Healthy Eating Active Living Ocean City, Maryland -- On June 12th, 2018, the HEAL Cities and Towns Campaign for the Mid-Atlantic welcomed three new members and recognized the achievements of seven Maryland cities and towns at the annual Maryland Municipal League’s (MML) Summer Conference in Ocean City. The
- [Regional Update on CHW Workforce Development and Certification](https://www.institutephi.org/2018/05/10/regional-update-chw-workforce-development-certification/) - CHW Certification and Workforce Development - Spring 2018 Update Maryland Great news concerning CHW certification comes out of Maryland! Together with chapters of the Maryland CHW Network and other partners, IPHI was highly involved in the CHW certification legislation introduced during the recent legislative session. Delegate Clarence K. Lam and Senator Shirley Nathan-Pulliam continued to
- [IPHI Receives Capacity Building Grant from the Healthcare Initiative Foundation](https://www.institutephi.org/2018/04/24/iphi-receives-capacity-building-grant-healthcare-initiative-foundation/) - IPHI is one of 15 recipients of the Healthcare Initiative Foundations FY18 Capacity Building Grants. The award of $25,000 will support the implementation of Local School Wellness Councils (LSWCs) in public schools in Montgomery County, Maryland. IPHI is currently working with Montgomery County Public Schools through the Healthy Montgomery Transforming Communities Initiative to implement LSWCs in
- [Gaithersburg Elementary School Showcases Wellness](https://www.institutephi.org/2018/04/10/gaithersburg-elementary-school-showcases-wellness/) - Gaithersburg Elementary School Showcases Wellness in Montgomery County On April 10th, the Healthy Montgomery Transforming Communities Initiative (TCI) partners from IPHI, Trinity Health, Holy Cross Health and the Eat Well Be Active Partnership visited Gaithersburg Elementary School (GES), one of 15 Montgomery County Public Schools implementing Local School Wellness Councils (LSWCs) with support from the
- [Consultant – Safe Routes to School GIS Map Designer Montgomery County, Maryland](https://www.institutephi.org/2018/03/12/consultant-safe-routes-school-gis-map-designer-montgomery-county-maryland/) - Apply Now The Institute for Public Health Innovation (IPHI) is seeking a part-time, temporary consultant to assist the Montgomery County Department of Transportations’ Traffic Engineering and Operations Division in developing a standard map template of walking areas around Montgomery County Public Schools. These activities will be conducted as part of the Healthy Montgomery Transforming Communities
- [The Health Collaborative of the Dan River Region Receives National Recognition through Healthiest Cities & Counties Challenge](https://www.institutephi.org/2018/02/02/health-collaborative-recognized-spotlight-award-recipient/) - The Health Collaborative of the Dan River Region Receives National Recognition through the Healthiest Cities & Counties Challenge The Institute for Public Health Innovation has been working in partnership with The Health Collaborative of the Dan River Region, VA to support community health improvement planning and strategy implementation through facilitative leadership, technical assistance, and resource
- [Nine HEAL Cities & Towns Recognized at 2017 Virginia Municipal League Conference](https://www.institutephi.org/2017/10/30/2636-2/) - For Immediate Release: October 30, 2017 Media Contact: Julia Groenfeldt, Program and Communications Associate Institute for Public Health Innovation 202.747.3455 JGroenfeldt@institutephi.org Nine HEAL Cities & Towns Recognized at 2017 Virginia Municipal League Conference Williamsburg, VA — On October 3rd, at the Virginia Municipal League’s (VML) annual conference in Williamsburg, the HEAL Cities and Towns Campaign for the Mid-Atlantic recognized the health policy achievements of nine Virginia cities and towns.
- [IPHI Releases the Maryland Food Charter!](https://www.institutephi.org/2017/10/25/iphi-releases-maryland-food-charter/) - For Immediate Release: October 24, 2017 Contact: Evelyn Kelly, 202-407-7086 ekelly@institutephi.org The Institute for Public Health Innovation Releases the State of Maryland’s First Food Charter Washington, D.C. – The Institute for Public Health Innovation (IPHI) releases the “Maryland Food Charter: A Roadmap to a Healthy and Sustainable Food System.” The document contains recommendations for each of the five major food system sectors: production and processing, distribution,
- [The Institute for Public Health Innovation Releases the State of Maryland’s First Food Charter](https://www.institutephi.org/2017/10/24/institute-public-health-innovation-releases-state-marylands-food-charter/) - For Immediate Release: October 24, 2017 Contact: Evelyn Kelly, 202-407-7086 ekelly@institutephi.org The Institute for Public Health Innovation Releases the State of Maryland’s First Food Charter Washington, D.C. – The Institute for Public Health Innovation (IPHI) releases the “Maryland Food Charter: A Roadmap to a Healthy and Sustainable Food System.” The document contains recommendations for each of the five major food system sectors: production and
- [At summit, a collaborative view on region's health](https://www.institutephi.org/2017/10/12/iphi-leads-3rd-annual-health-collaborative-conference/) - Traci Petty attended the Third Annual Health Collaborative Summit on Thursday to find out more strategies to make a difference in the community. She was among the more than 100 people who turned out for the summit. As director of community impact and operations for the United Way of Danville-Pittsylvania County, she became involved in
- [IPHI Partnering with VCU for NIH Funded Grant on Children with Asthma](https://www.institutephi.org/2017/09/29/iphi-partnering-vcu-nih-funded-grant-children-asthma/) - IPHI Partnering with VCU for NIH-Funded Grant on Children with Asthma The Institute for Public Health Innovation (IPHI) in partnership with Virginia Commonwealth University has received a NIH-Funded Research Grant to implement Child Asthma Intervention in Richmond, VA. IPHI is partnering with the Virginia Commonwealth University Department of Psychology on the implementation of RVA Breathes,
- [Upcoming Webinar on 09/19/2017: Building Healthy Economies Through Healthy Communities](https://www.institutephi.org/2017/09/13/upcoming-webinar-09192017-building-healthy-economies-healthy-communities/) - FREE WEBINAR Building Healthy Economies Through Healthy Communities: How Healthy Eating Active Living (HEAL) Policies and Practices Promote Economic Development ________________________________________________________________ September 19, 2017, 2:00-3:00 PM (ET) Register today at: http://bit.ly/2ulNH5i ________________________________________________________________ Hosted by: The HEAL Cities & Towns Campaign and the Institute for Public Health Innovation Join us for this webinar to learn
- [Baltimore Mayor Pugh Hosts Maryland Delegates for Baltimore Food Systems Tour with Institute for Public Health Innovation](https://www.institutephi.org/2017/07/27/baltimore-mayor-pugh-hosts-maryland-delegates-baltimore-food-systems-tour-institute-public-health-innovation/) - On June 24, 2017 Baltimore Mayor Pugh issued a Media Advisory announcing her participation at the Institute for Public Health Innovation's Baltimore Food Systems Tour for Maryland Delegates. "BALTIMORE, Md. — Mayor Pugh, the Baltimore Food Policy Initiative and the Institute for Public Health Innovation (IPHI) will host a tour for Maryland Delegates showcasing Baltimore City’s Food Systems. The
- [Dan River Region Health Equity Report Released](https://www.institutephi.org/2017/07/12/dan-river-region-health-equity-report-released/) - Dan River Region Health Equity Report The Institute for Public Health Innovation has worked in partnership with The Health Collaborative, Centra, Sovah Health - Danville, and Danville Regional Foundation to publish the Dan River Region's first Health Equity Report. Over the past ten months, these community partners have been working together to collect data, engage residents, identify
- [IPHI Recognizes 16 HEAL Cities and Towns Campaign Leaders in Maryland](https://www.institutephi.org/2017/07/10/iphi-recognizes-16-heal-cities-towns-campaign-leaders-maryland/) - For Immediate Release: July 10, 2017 Contact: Julia Groenfeldt, Program and Communications Associate Institute for Public Health Innovation 202.747.3455 JGroenfeldt@institutephi.org Institute for Public Health Innovation (IPHI) Recognizes 16 HEAL Cities and Towns Campaign Leaders in Maryland Ocean City, MD — On June 27th, at the Maryland Municipal League’s annual summer conference in Ocean City, the Institute
- [Upcoming Event on Why Place Matters: Unveiling the Dan River Region’s First Health Equity Report](https://www.institutephi.org/2017/06/23/upcoming-event-place-matters-unveiling-dan-river-regions-health-equity-report/) - On July 11, the Danville Regional Foundation will release the Dan River Region’s first Health Equity Report. The report will display data on the Dan River Region’s health outcomes determined by access to physical, economic, and social opportunities. The Report will be unveiled accompanied by speaker Natalie S. Burke, President and CEO of CommonHealth ACTION.
- [HEAL Campaign will Recognize Cities and Towns at Annual Maryland Municipal League Conference](https://www.institutephi.org/2017/06/22/heal-campaign-recognize-cities-towns-annual-maryland-municipal-league-conference/) - IPHI’s HEAL Cities & Towns staff will take part in the Maryland Municipal League’s 2017 annual conference in Ocean City, MD, June 25-28th. HEAL will exhibit at the conference and also provide a mobile learning experience that will teach conference attendees how to hold a walking meeting, present a session describing how healthy eating and
- [Baltimore City CHW Forum](https://www.institutephi.org/2017/06/21/baltimore-city-chw-forum/) - On June 21, 2017 IPHI collaborated with the Baltimore City Health Department, and Baltimore Area Health Education Center (BAHEC) to co-sponsor the Baltimore City Chapter of the Maryland Statewide CHW Network's first citywide CHW Forum at the Vollmer Center at Cylburn Arboretum. More than 120 CHWs, CHW allies, and supporters attended. Throughout the day speakers addressed
- [2017 DC CHW Forum](https://www.institutephi.org/2017/05/12/dc-chw-forum/) - On May 12, 2017 IPHI co-hosted a CHW forum with DC Primary Care Association. CHWs, stakeholders, and CHW employers in DC heard from several speakers about CHW sustainability in DC. The meeting featured presentations by DCPCA on CHWs and the Affordable Care Act, a presentation by the Massachusetts Health Department on CHW Certification and on a new
- [The Health Collaborative Recognized as a Spotlight Award Recipient](https://www.institutephi.org/2017/04/14/rfp-release/) - The Health Collaborative of the Dan River Region was recognized as a Spotlight Award winner in the Aetna Foundation's Healthiest Cities & Counties Challenge.
- [Funds Available for Community-Based Public Health Strategies through Healthy Montgomery Transforming Communities Initiative](https://www.institutephi.org/2017/04/03/montgomery-county-transforming-communities-partnership-issues-request-proposals-2/) - For Immediate Release: April 3, 2017 Contact: Julia Groenfeldt, Program and Communications Associate 202.747.3455 TCI@institutephi.org Funds Available for Community-Based Public Health Strategies through Healthy Montgomery Transforming Communities Initiative Silver Spring, Maryland – The Institute for Public Health Innovation, in partnership with Holy Cross Heath, Montgomery County Department of Health and Human Services, the Healthy Montgomery
- [Meeting on March 29: Community Health Workers Advancing Virginia's Public Health](https://www.institutephi.org/2017/03/29/upcoming-meeting-march-29-community-health-workers-advancing-virginias-public-health/) - The Institute for Public Health Innovation and the Virginia Association of Health Plans are holding a meeting prior to the start of the Population Health Summit to discuss the role of the CHW in Virginia's health systems. This breakfast meeting will be held on Wednesday, March 29, 2017 from 9AM - 11AM at the Omni
- [Upcoming Forum on March 28: Community Health Workers and Population Health in Virginia](https://www.institutephi.org/2017/03/28/upcoming-forum-march-28-community-health-workers-population-health-virginia/) - The Institute for Public Health Innovation, with support from the National Network of Public Health Institutes, will host a forum on Tuesday, March 28, 2017 from 8:30 AM-4:30 PM EST titled, “A Forum on Community Health Workers and Population Health in Virginia: A convening of leaders to discuss the progress of the CHW workforce to
- [Virginia Governor Signs Harm Reduction and Syringe Access Bills into Law](https://www.institutephi.org/2017/02/23/virginia-governor-signs-harm-reduction-syringe-access-law/) - On February 23, 2017 Gov. Terry McAuliffe signed a set of bills that aim to stem Virginia’s growing opioid epidemic. One of the bills signed into law, HB2317, allows local departments of health to administer harm reduction and syringe access programs in parts of the state with very high rates of HIV and Hepatitis C. IPHI
- [Richmond City Food Policy Analysis - Report Released](https://www.institutephi.org/2017/02/15/richmond-city-food-policy-analysis-report-released/) - Since 2015, the Institute for Public Health Innovation (IPHI) has worked to use its expertise and experience in food access and health equity to conduct a local food policy analysis and develop policy recommendations to promote equitable access to healthy, affordable, and culturally appropriate foods across Richmond. Recently, the analysis was completed and resulted in
- [Virginia CHW Advocacy Day](https://www.institutephi.org/2017/01/30/virginia-chw-advocacy-day/) - On January 30th, IPHI hosted the first Community Health Worker (CHW) Advocacy Day at the Virginia General Assembly in Richmond, VA. Thirty participants from around the state attended the event and met with 20 legislators or their staff. Using pre-scripted talking points, they spent 10-15 minutes talking about CHWs’ work and how critical they are
- [IPHI Hosts VA Syringe Access Advocacy Meeting](https://www.institutephi.org/2017/01/26/iphi-hosts-va-syringe-access-advocacy-meeting/) - On Thursday, January 26th IPHI will hold an open meeting in Richmond, VA to discuss providing support for anticipated state legislation that would legalize syringe access in Virginia. Syringe exchange and other syringe access and harm reduction programs help curb the spread of HIV and Hepatitis C, and can serve as critical access points to
- [The Powerful Future of Community Health Workers](https://www.institutephi.org/2016/12/22/powerful-future-community-health-workers/) - The Powerful Future of Community Health Workers In an article recently published by CityLab, IPHI's Dwyan Monroe is prominently featured in describing the roles of community health workers (CHWs) and how they can contribute to improving public health outcomes. Read the full article here to learn more about the benefits of CHWs.
- [Summary of Public Input for Maryland's First Food Charter Released](https://www.institutephi.org/2016/11/07/summary-public-input-marylands-food-charter-released/) - Summary of Public Input for Maryland's First Food Charter Released For Immediate Release: November 7, 2016 Contact: Evelyn Kelly, 202-407-7086 ekelly@institutphi.org Washington, D.C. – The Institute for Public Health Innovation (IPHI) released Creating Maryland’s Food Charter: A Summary of Public Input, a document that summarizes the results of a 10-month public process to develop content
- [HEAL Grant Helps Increase Safe Space for Bicyclists in Frederick](https://www.institutephi.org/2016/03/17/heal-small-grant-helps-increase-safe-space-bicyclists-frederick/) - HEAL Grant Helps Increase Safe Space for Bicyclists in Frederick Through funding provided from IPHI's Healthy Eating Active Living (HEAL) Cities & Towns Campaign, the City of Frederick, Maryland now has nearly six miles of bike lane striping and share use, or "sharrow," markings, making it safe for residents to bicycle as a method of active
- [Positive Pathways Recognized for its Effectiveness Addressing HIV/AIDS](https://www.institutephi.org/2016/03/12/positive-pathways-recognized-effectiveness-addressing-hivaids/) - Positive Pathways Recognized for its Effectiveness Addressing HIV/AIDS "Washington, D.C., had, at the end of 2006, the highest incidence of HIV and AIDS in the country. In June 2015, NBC reported that the city's rate of infection was down for the sixth year running. This because of HIV and AIDS programs like Positive Pathways, a collaborative
- [Montgomery County Receives Major National Investment for Community-Based Efforts to Prevent Chronic Disease](https://www.institutephi.org/2016/03/02/montgomery-county-receives-major-national-investment-community-based-efforts-prevent-chronic-disease/) - Montgomery County Receives Major National Investment for Community-Based Efforts to Prevent Chronic Disease Silver Spring, Maryland (March 3, 2016) – Trinity Health, one of the country's largest health systems, has awarded a Montgomery County, Maryland collaborative $500,000 per year for three to five years to implement a range of public health strategies that can reduce obesity,
- [IPHI's Evelyn Kelly Honored as one of Maryland's Leading Women](https://www.institutephi.org/2015/11/17/iphis-evelyn-kelly-honored-marylands-leading-women/) - Evelyn Kelly, IPHI Senior Program Manager, was selected as one of The Daily Record’s 2015 Leading Women. The Leading Women awards honor 50 local women who are 40 years of age or younger for the accomplishments they have made so far in their careers. A panel of business and legal professionals and a representative of
- [IPHI facilitates workshop for local government and community leaders in Prince George County, Virginia on creating communities that promote the health of all County residents](https://www.institutephi.org/2015/10/14/iphi-facilitates-workshop-local-government-community-leaders-prince-george-county-virginia-creating-communities-promote-health-county-residents/) - PETERSBURG, VA — As part of its new strategy to promote a culture of health across the region, The Cameron Foundation kicked off the first in a series of co-sponsored workshops September 29. The “Healthy and Equitable Communities Workshop,” coordinated in partnership with Prince George County, convened officials across key sectors, such as health,
- [IPHI Awards Small Grants to Ten Cities and Towns to Implement Policies that Promote Access to Nutritious Foods and Opportunities for Physical Activity](https://www.institutephi.org/2015/09/01/iphi-awards-small-grants-ten-cities-towns-implement-policies-promote-access-nutritious-foods-opportunities-physical-activity/) - For Immediate Release: September 1, 2015 Washington, DC – With up to $40,000 to award through its Healthy Eating Active Living (HEAL) Cities & Towns Campaign, the Institute for Public Health Innovation (IPHI) has awarded grants to ten Maryland and Virginia municipalities to implement policies that promote access to nutritious foods and opportunities for physical
- [IPHI Team Member Among 50 Local Food Heros](https://www.institutephi.org/2015/08/05/iphi-team-member-50-local-food-heros/) - August 5, 2015 -- Evelyn Kelly, IPHI Senior Program Manager was selected as a “50 under 50 Food Hero” by Elevation DC, an online magazine focused on what's next for the city. The magazine highlights the work being done by IPHI to engage local food policy councils around the State of Maryland to identify shared
- [IPHI Hosts Successful Forum on Community Health Workers in Virginia](https://www.institutephi.org/2015/06/01/iphi-hosts-successful-forum-community-health-workers-virginia/) - Freddy Zambrano, Community Health Worker (CHW) for the Fredericksburg Area HIV/AIDS Support Services told an audience of over 75 people about a 65-year-old Spanish-speaking patient, suffering from HIV and breast cancer, who called him frantic about her upcoming release from the hospital with no one to assist her at home. “For hours, I called all
- [Virginia Cities and Towns Walk the Talk](https://www.institutephi.org/2015/05/11/virginia-town-city-magazine/) - As the Healthy Eating Active Living Cities, Towns, and Counties Campaign for the Mid-Atlantic takes hold in Virginia, more and more local elected leaders are recognizing the importance of and intersection of local planning and health. As of April 2015, 14 Virginia cities and towns and one county have joined the HEAL Campaign. The Campaign's
- [IPHI Releases Request for Proposals for HEAL Cities & Towns Campaign Grants Program](https://www.institutephi.org/2015/05/04/iphi-releases-request-proposals-heal-cities-towns-campaign-grants-program/) - For Immediate Release Monday, May 4, 2015 Institute for Public Health Innovation Launches HEAL Cities & Towns Campaign Grants Program with $40,000 Available in Funding Washington, DC - Through its HEAL Cities & Towns Campaign, the Institute for Public Health Innovation is offering a total of $40,000 to local governments in Maryland and Virginia to implement
- [May 2nd: Down By the Riverside Community Health Walk](https://www.institutephi.org/2015/04/27/2nd-riverside-community-health-walk/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 4/24/15 “Down By the Riverside” Community Health Walk: Strong Parks, Strong Communities Neighbors, community members, and local organizations “look to the parks” for a healthier, greener future Washington, DC: Washington Parks & People, the Institute for Public Health Innovation, and other partners will be joining with neighbors and community leaders on Saturday,
- [Upcoming Event: 5/2/2015 Down By the Riverside Community Health Walk](https://www.institutephi.org/2015/04/02/riverside-community-health-walk/) - On Saturday, May 2nd, 2015, join us, Washington Parks & People, and community partners for community health walk in Washington D.C.'s Ward 7. We will walk through Marvin Gaye Park, the District's longest municipal park, and Kenilworth Park until we reach the Anacostia River. Come ready to learn about the park's history and share ideas
- [Virginia Stakeholders Gather to Promote the Training and Employment of Community Members as Part of the Healthcare Workforce](https://www.institutephi.org/2015/03/30/virginia-stakeholders-gather-promote-training-employment-community-members-part-healthcare-workforce/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Virginia Stakeholders Gather to Promote the Training and Employment of Community Members as Part of the Healthcare Workforce Frontline Community Health Workers Provide a Cost-Effective Strategy to Improving the Public’s Health FREDERICKSBURG, VA. (April 1, 2015) — Dozens of community health workers and stakeholders will participate in a much anticipated forum on
- [Upcoming Forum on April 1: Investing in Community Health Workers](https://www.institutephi.org/2015/03/27/upcoming-forum-investing-in-community-health-workers/) - The Institute for Public Health Innovation, with support from the National Network of Public Health Institutes and Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, will host a forum on Wednesday, April 1, 2015 from 8 AM-4 PM EST titled, “Investing in Community Health Workers: Advancing Virginia’s Health, Reducing Cost, and Improving Quality” at the Fredericksburg Hospitality House Hotel
- [Washington, DC Has Greatest Decrease in Premature Births Since 2010](https://www.institutephi.org/2015/03/25/washington-dc-2015-county-health-rankings/) - The 2015 County Health Rankings reveal that Washington, D.C. has experienced the greatest decrease in premature births since the launch of the County Health Rankings in 2010 The Robert Wood Johnson Foundation and the University of Wisconsin’s Population Health Institute have released the sixth annual County Health Rankings. The County Health Rankings show us where we
- [Federalsburg Preparing to be Next HEAL Town in Maryland](https://www.institutephi.org/2015/03/13/federalsburg-preparing-heal-town-in-maryland/) - Inspired by a presentation given by IPHI's Marisa Jones, the Town is gearing up to become the next Healthy Eating Active Living community in the HEAL Campaign, representing Caroline County. Mayor Bill Beall said joining the campaign would be a smart move for the town, and would dovetail with other initiatives, like a new business enterprise
- [Evelyn Kelly Chosen for Leadership Maryland Class of 2015](https://www.institutephi.org/2015/03/12/evelyn-kelly-chosen-leadership-maryland-class-2015/) - Institute for Public Health Innovation employee one of 50 to join program Evelyn Kelly, Senior Program Manager at the Institute for Public Health Innovation, has been selected to participate in Leadership Maryland, a professional development program dedicated to building a stronger Maryland by educating, cultivating and connecting the state’s brightest leaders. Evelyn is one of
- [Richmond Passes Legislation to Incorporate Health Considerations Into Future Planning and Programs](https://www.institutephi.org/2015/02/24/richmond-passes-legislation-incorporate-health-considerations-future-planning-programs/) - Richmond, Virginia Passes Legislation to Incorporate Health Considerations Into Future Planning and Programs RICHMOND, VA (February 20, 2015) – The Richmond City Council has adopted two resolutions that will ensure the incorporation of health into future planning and programs. This legislation, unanimously adopted by City Council, serves to incorporate health considerations into decision-making processes across
- [Recording and Slides Available from IPHI Webinar on Regional Food Systems](https://www.institutephi.org/2015/02/19/recording-slides-iphi-webinar-regional-food-systems/) - In collaboration with the Johns Hopkins Center for a Liveable Future, the Institute for Public Health Innovation sponsored a webinar on February 11, 2015 on Food Policy and Regional Food Systems: Opportunities for Networking Across Jurisdictions. View the recording and presentations from the webinar speakers: Kathy Ruhf, Senior Fellow with the Northeast Sustainable Agriculture
- [Upcoming IPHI Workshop: Healthy Vending: A Low-Cost Strategy to Improve Community Health](https://www.institutephi.org/2015/02/01/workshop-healthy-vending/) - Getting healthier snack and beverage choices into vending machines costs less and is easier than you think. Join the the Institute for Public Health Innovation's HEAL Cities & Towns Campaign for the Mid-Atlantic and the Maryland Recreation and Parks Association for a half-day workshop on implementing Healthy Vending in your city, town, or county! You will
- [IPHI Co-hosting Food Policy and Regional Food Access Webinar on February 11](https://www.institutephi.org/2015/01/20/iphi-co-hosting-food-policy-regional-food-access-webinar-february-11/) - The Institute for Public Health Innovation and the Johns Hopkins Center for a Livable Future will host a webinar on Wednesday, February 11, 2015 from 1:00 - 2:15 PM EST. Food Policy and Regional Food Systems: Opportunities for Networking across Jurisdictions Wednesday, February 11, 2015 1:00 - 2:15 PM EST Join Us for This Webinar:
- [CNE Hosts Oct Meeting of Rural Healthcare Development Network, IPHI President Michael Rhein Presents](https://www.institutephi.org/2014/11/04/cne-hosts-oct-meeting-rural-healthcare-development-network-iphi-president-michael-rhein-presents/) - On October 9th, the Rural Healthcare Development Network (RHDN) of Southern Virginia, an initiative coordinated by the Southern Virginia Higher Education Center's (SVHEC) Center of Nursing Excellence, took another step forward in learning about the role of Community Health Workers in rural healthcare. Michael Rhein, President and CEO of the Institute for Public Health Innovation
- [First Prince George's County "Food Equity Forum" a Success](https://www.institutephi.org/2014/09/23/prince-georges-county-food-equity-forum-success/) - Local Food System Stakeholders Focus on Innovations and Policy Opportunities in Farming, Nutrition Education, and Affordable Healthy Food Retail at Prince George’s First-Ever “Food Equity Forum” Over 80 food and public health experts and advocates participated in a first-ever “Food Equity Forum,” hosted by the Prince George’s County Food Equity Council (FEC), to discuss strategies
- [Leveraging the HIV Service System to Address Hepatitis C in DC](https://www.institutephi.org/2014/09/22/leveraging-hiv-service-system-address-hepatitis-dc/) - New tools to combat hepatitis C (HCV) have the potential to dramatically reduce the health burden of this silent epidemic. Recent changes to screening guidelines for hepatitis C, combined with new options for treatment of the disease and the expansion of access to prevention and care offered through the Affordable Care Act are changing the
- [IPHI's Michael Royster Interviewed by Terrance Afer-Anderson of HealthWatch](https://www.institutephi.org/2014/09/17/michael-royster-interview-healthwatch/) - IPHI's Mike Royster was interviewed by Terrance Afer-Anderson of HealthWatch. The interview focused on health inequities in Virginia, strategies to address them, and some of IPHI’s work in Virginia to promote health equity.
- [Prince George's County Food Equity Forum](https://www.institutephi.org/2014/09/16/prince-georges-county-food-equity-forum/) - WHAT The Prince George's Food Equity Council is hosting its first ever "Food Equity Forum" to discuss critical strategies to improve the health of county residents and increase access to healthy food to all socio-economic groups. Among the topics is the county's abundance of "food deserts," low-income areas with too few supermarkets, and "food swamps," areas
- [DC Prevention and Medicaid Financing Task Force Discusses Recommendations for CHW Credentialing and Sustainable Reimbursement Models](https://www.institutephi.org/2014/09/02/dc-prevention-medicaid-financing-task-force-discusses-recommendations-chw-credentialing-sustainable-reimbursement-models/) - The DC Prevention and Medicaid Financing Taskforce held its third meeting on August 26th. Discussions focused on the progress of the two workgroups that were formed at the second Taskforce meeting: the CHW Workforce Development and the Financing Workgroups. Workgroup members addressed topics including workgroup structure and technical needs. Participants discussed recommendations for a potential
- [Roundtable with HAHSTA Senior Deputy Director, Michael Kharfen](https://www.institutephi.org/2014/08/28/sept2014hahstaroundtable/) - The Institute for Public Health Innovation and Washington AIDS Partnership, together with the D.C. Department of Health, is hosting a follow-up to the Spring 2014 roundtable conversation between senior leadership of HIV/AIDS service providers and the Senior Deputy Director of HAHSTA, D.C. Department of Health, Michael Kharfen. This is an opportunity to receive updates on
- [Capitol Heights Becomes First Municipality in Prince George's County (MD) to Adopt Complete Streets Policy](https://www.institutephi.org/2014/08/06/capitol-heights-complete-streets-policy/) - On July 28, 2014, Capitol Heights became the first municipality in Prince George’s County (MD) to adopt a Complete Streets policy. Mayor Marnitta King led the effort, stating, “"Having Complete Streets in Capitol Heights is essential to moving our changing Town forward. We have to make sure that all residents are safe in their abilities
- [The Next DC Prevention and Medicaid Task Force Meeting Scheduled for August 26, 2014](https://www.institutephi.org/2014/08/04/work-groups-formed-dc-prevention-medicaid-task-force-meeting/) - The next DC Prevention and Medicaid Taskforce meeting is scheduled for August 26th, from 9:30am to 11:30am at IPHI. All who attend will be asked to participate in one of two workgroups: the CHW Workforce Development Work Group, which is focused on formulating recommendations on community health worker scope of practice, standards, core competencies, and credentialing,
- [Inaugural Class of HEAL Cities & Towns Recognized](https://www.institutephi.org/2014/07/11/inaugural-class-heal-cities-towns-recognized/) - IPHI Recognizes 22 HEAL Cities and Towns in Maryland and Virginia HEAL Cities & Towns have publicly recognized, through adoption of a resolution or policy that municipalities have a role to play in creating a community where residents and municipal employees can make healthy decisions about nutrition and physical activity. To date, 22 cities and
- [IPHI's Marisa Jones Presents Plaques Recognizing Inaugural Class of HEAL Cities & Towns](https://www.institutephi.org/2014/07/10/iphis-marisa-jones-presents-plagues-recognizing-inaugural-class-heal-cities-towns/) - IPHI's Marisa Jones had the opportunity to speak before Maryland's local elected officials to present plaques recognizing the Inaugural Class of HEAL Cities & Towns in Maryland at the Maryland Municipal League Annual Convention. As of June, there were a total of 22 cities and towns in the regional campaign. The Inaugural Class of HEAL
- [DC's Prevention and Medicaid Financing Task Force To Meet July 11](https://www.institutephi.org/2014/07/01/dc-prevention-medicaid-financing-task-force/) - The Prevention and Medicaid Financing Task Force welcomes others who may be interested in participating as a collaborative working partner at the next Task Force meeting on July 11, 2014, 9:30-11:30am at IPHI. The DC Primary Care Association (DCPCA) and IPHI led the formation of the Task Force to help lay groundwork to facilitate future Medicaid financing of preventive health services
- [IPHI's HEAL Cities & Towns Campaign in the News](https://www.institutephi.org/2014/06/20/iphis-heal-cities-towns-campaign-news/) - IPHI's HEAL Cities & Towns Campaign gained local press this week in response to two municipalities joining the Campaign: Leesburg Today covered the Town of Leesburg's adoption of a HEAL Resolution, which includes policy strategies aimed at improving workplace wellness, future land use and transportation planning, and increasing nutritious foods served at Town-buildings and events.
- [DC Medicaid Managed Care and the HIV/AIDS Service System: What Could Partnerships Look Like?](https://www.institutephi.org/2014/06/04/c4c-mcos-and-hiv-providers/) - On June 4, 2014, IPHI and Washington AIDS Partnership convened Medicaid Managed Care Organizations (MCOs) and HIV service providers serving the District of Columbia. Key objectives of the session were: to give HIV organizations an opportunity to learn what it takes to contract with an MCO and corresponding expectations; for MCOs to learn more about the system
- [Unity Conference Interview with Dwyan Monroe](https://www.institutephi.org/2014/05/23/unity-conference-interview-dwyan-monroe/) - In May 2014, IPHI and organizational partners from the DC, MD and VA regions participated in UNITY 2014, the only national CHW conference designed for and about community health workers. Aptly themed "Community Health Workers – Innovative Solution to Addressing the Triple Aim (Access to Care, Reducing Costs, and Promoting Healthy Communities)," UNITY 2014 provided opportunities
- [IPHI CHW Zhilphia "Zee" Turner Honored with National Award at Unity Conference](https://www.institutephi.org/2014/05/22/honoring-life-zhilphia-zee-turner/) - On Thursday, May 22, 2014, organizers and participants of the 2014 Unity National Community Health Worker Conference in Baltimore, Maryland honored the life and service of Zhilphia "Zee" Turner, an IPHI Community Health Worker (CHW) who passed away on New Year's Eve last year. Zee was selected for an Esther M. Holderby CHW Special Recognition Award. As a CHW
- [IPHI and Partners Assume Leadership Roles at Unity National CHW Conference](https://www.institutephi.org/2014/05/21/2014-unity-conference/) - In May 2014, IPHI and many organizational partners from the DC, MD and VA region participated in UNITY 2014, the only national CHW conference designed for and about community health workers. Aptly themed "Community Health Workers – Innovative Solution to Addressing the Triple Aim (Access to Care, Reducing Costs, and Promoting Healthy Communities)," UNITY 2014 provided
- [Current Newsletter Issue: August 2021](https://www.institutephi.org/2014/05/18/archived-issues/) - Catch up on past issues of IPHI's e-newsletter. August 2021 April 2021 Celebrates 10-Years of Service (November 2020) October 2018 May 2018 December 2017 March 2016 October 2015 June 2015 December 2014 July 2014
- [PhotoVoice Project Reception](https://www.institutephi.org/2014/05/16/photovoice-project-reception/) - When: May 17, 3-5pm Where: Brentwood Arts Exchange, 3901 Rhode Island Ave., Brentwood, MD 20722 Program Overview: The PhotoVoice Project Reception exhibits photos from three TNI neighborhoods – Suitland, Langley Park, and Blandensburg. Twenty youth were recruited from each neighborhood to participate in this project identifying barriers to recreation.
- [IPHI Celebrates 10 Years of Service](https://www.institutephi.org/2014/05/11/iphi-celebrates-10-years-of-service/) - To celebrate and recognize ten years of public health service, we invite you to view our anniversary publication to learn about our work and impact over the past decade.
- [Monthly Webinar for Community Health Workers in Virginia](https://www.institutephi.org/2014/05/08/event-1/) - When Wednesday May 21, 2014 at 1:00 - 2:30 PM EDT Where Online. Click on "Register Now!" Training Details Topic: HIV Treatment Updates and Research Advances Trainer: Vanessa Johnson, Ribbon Consulting Group Synopsis: This training will provide recent updates and information on current and future research, treatments, and policy that affect People Living with HIV/AIDS.
- [Safe Access to Recreational Opportunities](https://www.institutephi.org/2014/04/17/safe-access-recreational-opportunities/) - Safe Access to Recreational Opportunities IPHI is working with local governments to create and implement policies to improve health and quality of life Under Safe Access to Recreational Opportunities (SARO), the Institute for Public Health Innovation is collaborating with the Prince George’s County government to incorporate policies and practices that promote active living to improve
- [Prince George's County Food Equity Council Hosts an Open Showing of the Webinar Community Food Councils: Challenges and Opportunities](https://www.institutephi.org/2014/04/17/prince-georges-county-food-equity-council-hosts-open-showing-webinar-community-food-councils-challenges-opportunities/) - Colmar Manor, Maryland (April 17, 2014) -- In an effort to raise awareness of the importance of local food policy councils and provide an opportunity for members and area councils to learn and share best practices, the Prince George's County Food Equity Council will host a free public showing of the webinar "Community Food Councils: Challenge
- [Prince George's County Food Equity Council Can Hear the Maryland Crunch!](https://www.institutephi.org/2014/03/25/prince-georges-county-food-equity-council-hear-maryland-crunch/) - Suitland, Maryland (March 25, 2014) -- In an effort to raise awareness of how school breakfast can alleviate childhood hunger, the Prince George's County Food Equity Council has partnered with Maryland Hunger Solutions to participate in a Hear the Maryland Crunch! event at Suitland Elementary School. Hear the Maryland Crunch! is a fun and educational
- [The Prince George's County Food Equity Council Hosts a TEDxManhattan Viewing Party](https://www.institutephi.org/2014/03/01/prince-georges-county-food-equity-council-hosts-tedxmanhattan-viewing-party/) - Upper Marlboro, Maryland (March 1, 2014) -- In an effort to raise awareness and promote innovation in the County's food system, the Prince George's County Food Equity Council and Prince George's Community College are partnering to host a TEDxManhattan “Changing the Way We Eat” Viewing Party. TEDxManhattan is a one-day conference in New York City featuring a
- [IPHI fills a critical niche in DC-MD-VA region](https://www.institutephi.org/2014/02/22/iphi-fills-a-critical-niche-in-dc-md-va-region/) - Widely considered the most resourced country in the world, the U.S. has a life expectancy that ranks only 38 among industrialized nations, and life expectancy in many parts of the region falls well below the U.S. national average. Within the region as elsewhere in the U.S., an individual’s zip code is a better predictor of
- [Abby Charles](https://www.institutephi.org/2014/02/21/abby-charles/) - Originally from Trinidad and Tobago, Ms. Charles joined the Institute for Public Health Innovation (IPHI) as Program Manager after serving for five years at the Women’s Collective, a nationally recognized organization providing care, prevention, and advocacy services for women, girls and their families living with and at risk for HIV in the Metropolitan DC area.
- [IPHI’s HEAL Campaign Invited to White House Event Celebrating First Lady’s Let’s Move! Campaign](https://www.institutephi.org/2014/02/11/iphis-heal-campaign-invited-to-white-house-event-celebrating-first-ladys-lets-move-campaign-2/) - First Lady Michelle Obama invited IPHI’s Healthy Eating Active Living (HEAL) Cities & Towns Campaign to an event celebrating participants’ role in Let’s Move! Cities, Towns and Counties, her initiative to combat childhood obesity. The event was held at the Eisenhower Executive Office Building.
- [Institute for Public Health Innovation, Department of Parks and Recreation, and the Transforming Neighborhoods Initiative Pilot Community Discussions on Active Transportation to Recreational Opportunities](https://www.institutephi.org/2014/01/27/institute-public-health-innovation-department-parks-recreation-transforming-neighborhoods-initiative-pilot-community-discussions-active-transportation-recreational-opportunities/) - Washington, DC (January 27, 2014) – The Institute for Public Health Innovation (IPHI) is pleased to announce Community Connectivity Forums for residents of Bladensburg, Langley Park, and Suitland to discuss improving access to recreational opportunities for children and families. These are being held in collaboration with the Maryland National Capitol Parks and Planning Commission Department
- [Addressing Childhood Obesity in Prince George's County](https://www.institutephi.org/2013/10/31/addressing-childhood-obesity-prince-georges-county/) - Prince George’s County has the fifth highest rate of overweight or obese youths in the 12 to 19 age range in the State of Maryland. This article in Gazette.net highlights some of the strategies supported by IPHI through our Community Transformation Grant.
- [Teens in Prince George's County Identify Neighborhood Improvement Priorities Through Photography Project](https://www.institutephi.org/2013/10/22/photovoice-article-gazette/) - Some Prince George’s County, Maryland teenagers say their community centers are fraught with challenges and are hoping a new photography initiative will help community members get the picture. See See Gazette.net for full article published on Oct 22, 2013 that highlights the PhotoVoice project supported by IPHI.
- [Prince George’s County Council Passes Resolution to Endorse Food Equity Council](https://www.institutephi.org/2013/07/09/prince-georges-county-council-passes-resolution-to-endorse-food-equity-council/) - Upper Marlboro, MD (July 9, 2013) -- The Institute for Public Health Innovation and the Place Matters Policy Team of the Port Towns Community Health Partnership (PTCHP) applaud the Prince George’s County Council endorsement of a Food Equity Council. A resolution passed on July 9th notes the legislative body “expressly supports and endorses the formation of the

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- [Community Health Integrated Service System](https://www.institutephi.org/our-work/community-health-workers/chiss/) - COMMUNITY HEALTH INTEGRATED SERVICE SYSTEM Prince George’s County, MD Health Department’s (PGCHD) Community Health Integrated Service System (CHISS) staff and residents received training on community health worker (CHW) programs. Trained new Community Health Workers in Prince George’s (PG) County, Maryland, on a 120-hour accredited CHW Core Skills Competency Curriculum with 40-hour practicum experience. The Institute
- [Our Partners](https://www.institutephi.org/ourpartners/) - IPHI is a facilitator, convener, and catalyst to help improve health and well-being for all communities in the region. Improving community health takes more than one organization. It takes a network. At the Institute for Public Health Innovation, partnerships are the engine behind everything we do. We collaborate with organizations across sectors to design solutions,
- [CHW Core Skills Competency Training](https://www.institutephi.org/our-work/community-health-workers/chw-core-skills-competency-training/) - CHW Core Skills Competency Training Nationally and regionally recognized, IPHI is the leading resource in CHW workforce development and the design, coordination, and evaluation of CHW initiatives. IPHI has trained over 1,500 CHWs, provided training and technical assistance to dozens of CHW employers and supervisors, developed and implemented over 15 CHW-based interventions, and directly employed
- [Community Health Worker Academy](https://www.institutephi.org/our-work/community-health-workers/chw-academy/) - COMMUNITY HEALTH WORKER ACADEMY The Community Health Worker (CHW) Academy is IPHI’s training institute dedicated to expanding the public health workforce. The CHW Academy is a Zee Turner Center for Community Health Workers initiative. At the Zee Turner Center for Community Health Workers, we believe that a strong, well-supported CHW workforce transforms communities. Our training
- [CHW Leadership Institute](https://www.institutephi.org/chwleadershipinstitute/) - CHW Leadership Institute The Institute for Public Health Innovation invites you to join our Community Health Worker (CHW) Leadership Institute—a program designed to empower experienced and dedicated CHWs. The program will provide the skills and knowledge needed to take on leadership roles and influence community and system change. The CHW Leadership Institute is a six-month,
- [Training/Technical Assistance](https://www.institutephi.org/services/training/) - As a public health institute, IPHI plays an important role in: Providing workforce training opportunities Giving technical assistance to governments and community partners Building the community’s ability to improve health and health equity Training and Education – Health professionals should keep learning, improve their skills, and grow as leaders to be as effective as possible.
- [Our Partners](https://www.institutephi.org/our-partners/) - IPHI prepares professionals, organizations, and communities to take collaborative action to improve population health and achieve health equity. The work largely fits into one or more of the following focus areas: Community Health WorkersRead MoreFood SystemsRead MorePolicy and Systems ChangeRead MoreLoad more
- [Partner](https://www.institutephi.org/involve/ourpartners/) - Become a Partner with IPHI The Institute for Public Health Innovation (IPHI) works with various partners across the District of Columbia, Maryland, and Virginia to improve public health and advance health equity. We collaborate with government agencies, health systems, nonprofits, foundations, and community organizations to strengthen public health systems and improve health outcomes. Why Partner
- [Careers](https://www.institutephi.org/involve/careers/) - Creating healthier communities together. The Institute for Public Health Innovation focuses on improving health outcomes in the District of Columbia, Maryland, and Virginia. IPHI develops multi-sector partnerships and innovative solutions to improve the public’s health and well-being across the region. Our work strengthens health systems and policies, enhances conditions that promote health, and builds community
- [Foundation of Partnership Cornerstone Award](https://www.institutephi.org/awards/foundation-of-partnership-cornerstone-award/) - Foundation of Partnership Cornerstone Award The Prince Georges County Health Department awarded IPHI the Cornerstone Award. The Prince George’s County Health Department “Foundation of Partnership” awarded IPHI the Cornerstone Award. This recognition is for IPHI’s work on the Community Health Integrated Services System (CHISS). The team was recognized for its support and training of over
- [A Guidebook for Developing Public Health Communities of Practice](https://www.institutephi.org/services/evaluation-and-research/communitiesofpractice/) - A Guidebook for Developing Public Health Communities of Practice The Institute for Public Health Innovation (IPHI), in partnership with the National Network of Public Health Institutes, created this guidebook to explain how Communities of Practice (CoPs) have emerged as a powerful social learning model for building collaboration, shared expertise, and practical problem-solving across fields, including
- [Communications and Branding](https://www.institutephi.org/services/communications/) - Elevate Your Mission Through Powerful Communication At the Institute for Public Health Innovation (IPHI), we understand that clear, compelling communication and a strong brand are essential for any organization aiming to make a lasting impact. Leveraging almost two decades of award-winning experience in public health and non-profit communications, IPHI is now offering specialized strategic communications
- [ImmunizeVA](https://www.institutephi.org/services/organization-backbone-support/immunize-va/) - IMMUNIZEVA Immunize Virginia is a statewide coalition of immunization stakeholders representing medical, public health, nonprofit professionals, parents, and community leaders in Virginia. Our diverse membership is united in its commitment to the coalition’s vision of a future where the quality and length of life of Virginians are not impacted by a disease that
- [Equity and Health in all Policies Technical Assistance](https://www.institutephi.org/services/training/ehiap/) - Equity and Health in all Policies Technical Assistance Equity and Health in All Policies (EHiAP) is a collaborative approach to improving community health by incorporating health considerations into decision-making across sectors and policy areas. EHiAP aims to ensure policy-makers are informed about the health, equity, and sustainability considerations of various policy options during the
- [Cold Storage Infrastructure Improvement](https://www.institutephi.org/services/capacity-building/coldstorage/) - Cold Storage Infrastructure Improvement IPHI’s initiative, Prince George’s County (PGC) Food Equity Council (FEC), is working with stakeholders in PGC to improve cold storage infrastructure for food assistance organizations and food pantries. Food security skyrocketed throughout the pandemic, with 48% of PGC residents experiencing food insecurity in 2021. Even though food pantries are dedicated
- [HIV/AIDS Care](https://www.institutephi.org/our-work/sunset-initiatives/hiv-aids-care/) - HIV/AIDS CARE In the District of Columbia, Maryland, and Virginia region, approximately 40% of people living with HIV are not accessing medical care at least twice a year (the basic HIV care guidelines established by U.S. Preventative Services Task Force). This is a sunset initiative (no longer active). IPHI’s linkage to and retention in care
- [Public Health Infrastructure Grant](https://www.institutephi.org/services/organization-backbone-support/phig/) - PUBLIC HEALTH INFRASTRUCTURE GRANT The Public Health Infrastructure Grant (PHIG) provides substantial resources to support and strengthen state and local health department capacity and impact through CDC funding. Through the Public Health Infrastructure Grant (PHIG), IPHI is helping health departments better understand their workforce and strengthen their teams. Our work helps departments gather valuable insights
- [DC Vaccine Alliance](https://www.institutephi.org/services/organization-backbone-support/dc-vaccine-alliance/) - DC Vaccine Alliance The DC Vaccine Alliance, funded by DC Health, builds and sustains a coalition of immunization stakeholders dedicated to promoting vaccination across the District. The Institute for Public Health Innovation (IPHI) leads the DC Vaccine Alliance through a grant from DC Health. The coalition increases immunization rates and reduces vaccine-preventable diseases in Washington,
- [Brightpoint Community College Foundation](https://www.institutephi.org/services/public-health-workforce/brightpoint-community-college-foundation/) - Brightpoint Community College Foundation IPHI is helping to build a regional healthcare workforce partnership in the GoVirginia Region 4, with funding from the Brightpoint Community College Foundation. This important initiative brings together leaders from across different sectors to strengthen the pipeline for high-demand healthcare careers. IPHI is strengthening healthcare workforce pipelines in GoVirginia Region 4
- [HEAL Cities & Towns Campaign](https://www.institutephi.org/our-work/sunset-initiatives/heal-cities-towns-campaign/) - HEAL Cities & Towns Campaign The Healthy Eating Active Living (HEAL) Cities & Towns Campaign for the Mid-Atlantic paired IPHI’s content expertise with local governments’ unique power to create communities where residents can eat better and move more. This is a sunset initiative (no longer active). The Healthy Eating Active Living (HEAL) Cities &
- [Training Catalog](https://www.institutephi.org/training-catalog/) - Explore our training course catalog to get a sense of available trainings: From 1-hour virtual courses to multi-module workshops, IPHI offers courses in various public health topics and formats. If you don’t see what you’re looking for IPHI can adjust content and learning activities to develop a customized training program. CHW Portfolio CHW Core Skills
- [COVID-19 Response & Recovery](https://www.institutephi.org/services/public-health-workforce/covid-19-response-and-recovery/) - COVID-19 Response & Recovery In May 2020, Fairfax County Health Department in Virginia turned to IPHI to assist with swiftly building up its workforce capacity to respond to the pandemic (see the Health Department’s initial press release). Within less than a month, IPHI recruited, employed, and trained 80 new staff on behalf of Fairfax County. By
- [FCHD Health Equity Leadership Experience](https://www.institutephi.org/services/training/fchd-health-equity-leadership-experience-hele/) - FCHD HEALTH EQUITY LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE The Fairfax County Health Department (FCHD) collaborated with IPHI to create a Health Equity Leadership Experience (HELE) program. HELE is a key part of FCHD’s Equity Action Plan for agency leaders, managers, and front-line staff. IPHI’s Healthy and Equitable Communities Workshop, a 16-hour core training on health equity and
- [Rural Health Network Development Planning](https://www.institutephi.org/our-work/healthy-community-initiatives/rural-health-network-development-planning/) - Rural Health Network Development Planning IPHI received a grant from the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) to help improve health around childbirth in rural Virginia. IPHI partnered with the Virginia Department of Health (VDH) and the Cumberland Plateau Health District to improve health outcomes in that area. This is a sunset initiative (no longer
- [Positive Pathways](https://www.institutephi.org/our-work/sunset-initiatives/positive-pathways/) - Positive Pathways Positive Pathways (2011-2015), was a collaborative initiative of Washington AIDS Partnership, IPHI, and HIV service providers across the District of Columbia (D.C). and Prince George’s County (PGC), Maryland. The initiative assisted over 1,300 HIV-positive African Americans in accessing and receiving HIV medical care and other support services. This is a sunset initiative (no
- [WeConnect](https://www.institutephi.org/our-work/sunset-initiatives/weconnect/) - WeConnect WeConnect was a Ryan White Part A funded project that increased accessibility to Early Intervention services, Psychosocial, and Medical Transportation Services to people living with HIV/AIDS (PLWHA) throughout the entire Eligible Metropolitan Area of Washington, D.C. (EMA). This is a sunset initiative (no longer active). The strategies included: Recruiting, training, and placing 6-8 Community
- [Supporting Maryland Organizations Address Health Disparities](https://www.institutephi.org/services/organization-backbone-support/maryland-nonprofits/) - Supporting Maryland Organizations Address Health Disparities IPHI collaborated with Maryland Nonprofits from July 1, 2023, to December 31, 2024, through a CDC-funded grant. This is a sunset initiative (no longer active). IPHI and Maryland Nonprofits partnership supported Maryland’s community-based organizations, faith-based organizations (C/FBO), and local health departments (LHD) in addressing the social determinants of health
- [Improving Health Care Workforce Wellness: A Pilot to Reduce EMR Burden](https://www.institutephi.org/our-work/outreach-and-health-promotion/improving-health-care-workforce-wellness-a-pilot-to-reduce-emr-burden/) - Improving Health Care Workforce Wellness: A Pilot to Reduce EMR Burden IPHI empowed primary care physicians serving under-resourced communities in Washington, D.C., by partnering with DC Health as a grant intermediary. Funds were distributed by IPHI to primary care physicians to purchase assistive technology for electronic medical records (EMR) systems. The purpose was to ease
- [Virginia CHW Workforce Development Council](https://www.institutephi.org/services/organization-backbone-support/virginia-chw-workforce-development-council/) - VIRGINIA CHW WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL ​​Virginia (VA) Community Health Worker (CHW) Workforce Development Council identifies and promotes policies and systems-level strategies to advance and sustain the CHW workforce. This is a sunset initiative (no longer active). This project has been adopted by the Virginia Department of Health. During IPHI’s incubation, the council convened Community Health
- [Health Equity Consultant for Nemours Foundation](https://www.institutephi.org/our-work/sunset-initiatives/health-equity-consultant-for-nemours-foundation/) - Health Equity Consultant for Nemours Foundation IPHI served as an equity consultant for Nemours Children’s Health System CDC-funded Healthy Kids, Healthy Future (HKHF) initiative for four years. This is a sunset initiative (no longer active). HKHF partnered with state-level early care and education (ECE) coalitions of agencies and organizations integrating obesity prevention policies and
- [Stronger Partnership, Stronger Community](https://www.institutephi.org/services/capacity-building/stronger-partnership-stronger-community-stronger2/) - STRONGER PARTNERSHIP, STRONGER COMMUNITY IPHI served as one of the project partners for “Stronger Partnership, Stronger Community: Using Health Literacy to Increase Resilience (Stronger2).” The Fairfax County Virginia Health Department-led initiative was set to improve health literacy among local African-American, Black, and Hispanic communities. This is a sunset initiative (no longer active). Stronger2 used a
- [Maryland Food Charter Project](https://www.institutephi.org/our-work/healthy-community-initiatives/maryland-food-charter-project/) - Maryland Food Charter Project Organizations and food coalitions throughout Maryland are working on issues ranging from urban agriculture to food recovery. IPHI and a diverse group of stakeholders worked to foster collaboration and collective action for a healthy, just, and sustainable food system in Maryland. This is a sunset initiative (no longer active). The collaborative
- [CHWs for a Healthy VA](https://www.institutephi.org/chwsforahealthyva/) - CHWS FOR A HEALTHY VIRGINIA Community Health Workers for a Healthy Virginia (CHWs for a Healthy VA) was a 3-year capacity-building project led by IPHI in partnership with a wide range of state and local partners across Virginia. The program was active from 2021 to 2025. This is a sunset initiative (no longer active). The
- [The Equity Equation](https://www.institutephi.org/the-equity-equation/) - The Equity Equation The Equity Equation webinar series examines health equity issues and highlights policy and systems-level solutions in the District of Columbia, Maryland, and Virginia. Through this series we aim to: Highlight pressing and emerging public health issues that have significant impact on health equity and racial justice. Draw connections between regional health outcomes,
- [2024 Community Health Worker Continuing Education Trainings](https://www.institutephi.org/2024-community-health-worker-continuing-education-trainings/) - Stay updated with IPHI’s continuing education training scheduled! All training information can be found below: October 2024 October 11: Making and Emergency Kit | Register October 12: CPR and AED | Register October 8, 10, 15: Trauma Informed Care | Register October 31: Harm Reduction | Register November 2024 November 6, 8: Adult Mental Health First Aid Certification | Register
- [Community Health Workers](https://www.institutephi.org/our-work/community-health-workers/) - IPHI is a recognized leader in developing the community health worker (CHW) workforce and designing, implementing, and evaluating of CHW-based public health services across the region. Community health workers (CHWs) are trusted members of the communities in which they work. They often have lived experiences of their communities, which helps them serve as the liaisons
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- [Rural Multiple Sclerosis Solutions](https://www.institutephi.org/our-work/outreach-and-health-promotion/multiplesclerosis/) - Rural Multiple Sclerosis Solutions Improving access to diagnostic and support resources for rural populations impacted by multiple sclerosis in Maryland, North Carolina, Virginia, and West Virginia. In 2022, IPHI expanded its focus to include support for people living with multiple sclerosis (MS) and medical providers in rural areas. This 3-year project is funded by the
- [Nourishing Success through School Meals Report](https://www.institutephi.org/services/evaluation-and-research/school-meals-report/) - Nourishing Success through School Meals Report The Institute for Public Health Innovation (IPHI) and partners created this report to improve student health and academic outcomes by identifying and addressing barriers to school meal access in Prince George’s County, Maryland. The Institute for Public Health Innovation (IPHI) and the Prince George’s County Food Equity Council (FEC)
- [15 Year Reflection](https://www.institutephi.org/15-year-reflection/) - As IPHI celebrates its 15th anniversary, our current and former employees and peers reflect on their experiences with IPHI! Employee Dwyan Monroe Past: What's your best IPHI memory? The day that I was hired as a full-time employee. I was a consultant with our sister organization for about 6 months. Every month, I would email the
- [Health Equity Research Hub (University of Maryland School of Pharmacy)](https://www.institutephi.org/services/training/health-equity-research-hub/) - Health Equity Research Hub (University of Maryland School of Pharmacy) IPHI is proud to support the University of Maryland School of Pharmacy’s PATIENTS Program as it establishes a Health Equity Research Hub. With a $9.4 million grant from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) Common Fund, this hub is dedicated to advancing health equity through
- [RVA Breathes](https://www.institutephi.org/our-work/healthy-community-initiatives/rva-breathes/) - RVA BREATHES IPHI partnered with the Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) Department of Psychology to implement of RVA Breathes. This program was a six-year NIH-funded research grant to assess the impact of evidence-based interventions on families with a child with uncontrolled asthma in Richmond, Virginia. This is a sunset initiative (no longer active). Richmond, VA, is
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- [Prince George's County Food Equity Council](https://www.institutephi.org/services/organization-backbone-support/prince-georges-county-food-equity-council/) - PRINCE GEORGE’S COUNTY FOOD EQUITY COUNCIL The Prince George’s County (PGC) Food Equity Council (FEC) is a local food policy council in Maryland that cultivates justice and economic opportunity from farm to fork to help residents grow, sell, and choose healthy food. The FEC is incubated and fiscally sponsored by the IPHI. The FEC is
- [News](https://www.institutephi.org/inform/news/) - IPHI has several subject matter experts (SME) available for interviews on housing, immunization, community health workers, healthy and equitable communities, public health workforce, and more. If you are interested in interviewing or inviting an SME to speak at your event, please contact: Media Contact: Taya M. Jarman, APR | IPHI Communications Director | 202.747.3541 | tjarman(at)institutephi(dot)org
- [Services](https://www.institutephi.org/services/) - IPHI is a facilitator, convener, and catalyst to help improve health and well-being for all communities in the region. IPHI is dedicated to advancing public health and innovation through various comprehensive services designed to support organizations, coalitions, and programs in our region. Our commitment lies in fostering sustainable solutions, promoting health equity, and driving impactful
- [Healthy People 2030 Champion](https://www.institutephi.org/awards/hp2030champion/) - Healthy People 2030 Champion The Office of Disease Prevention and Health Promotion (ODPHP) created the Healthy People 2030 Champion Program to recognize public and private organizations supporting the initiative’s vision and working toward Healthy People’s overarching goals and objectives. This badge honors IPHI’s commitment as a Healthy People 2030 Champion! Healthy People 2030 Champions are
- [PRSA Richmond 2024 Capital Award of Excellence: Rural MS Op-Ed Article](https://www.institutephi.org/awards/prsarichmond-capital-award-of-excellence-op-ed-article/) - PRSA Richmond 2024 Capital Award of Excellence: Rural MS Op-Ed Article The Public Relations Society of America (PRSA) Richmond Chapter awarded IPHI’s Rural Multiple Sclerosis Solutions team a Capital Award of Excellence for its “Opinion: Knowing MS signs can speed diagnosis and treatment” article. PRSA Richmond 2024 Capital Award of Excellence: Editorials / Op-Ed Columns
- [NACCHO 2022 Innovative Practice Award](https://www.institutephi.org/awards/naccho-2022-innovative-practice-award/) - 2022 Innovative Practice Award The National Association of County and City Health Officials (NACCHO) awarded Fairfax County Health Department’s community health worker (CHW) program, in partnership with IPHI, the Innovative Practice Gold Award. The National Association of County and City Health Officials awarded a 2022 Innovative Practice Award to the Fairfax County Health Department for
- [Dan River Region Health Equity Report](https://www.institutephi.org/our-work/sunset-initiatives/dan-river-region-health-equity-report/) - Photo by: The Gender Spectrum Collection. View the guidelines: here. Dan River Region Health Equity Report IPHI has partnered with The Health Collaborative, Centra, Sovah Health – Danville, and Danville Regional Foundation to publish the Dan River Region’s first Health Equity Report. This is a sunset initiative (no longer active). In 2017, these community partners collaborated to
- [MASHSMD 2022 Health Excellence Award: Strategy and Research](https://www.institutephi.org/awards/mashsmd-2022-health-excellence-award-strategy-and-research/) - MASHSMD 2022 Health Excellence Award: Strategy and Research The Mid-Atlantic Society for Healthcare Strategy and Market Development (MASHSMD)’s awarded IPHI’s brand refresh the Health Excellence Award in the “Strategy and Research – Strategic Marketing Plan” category. IPHI won the 2022 Marketing Excellence Gold and the 2022 Excellence Overall Silver. MASHSMD 2022 Health Excellence Award: Strategy
- [Healthy & Equitable Communities Training](https://www.institutephi.org/services/training/healthy-equitable-communities-training/) - Healthy & Equitable Communities Training The National Network of Public Health Institutes (NNPHI) Elevating Practice Award was presented to IPHI’s healthy and equitable communities training. Training Request Form The historic and present-day impact of structural racism and other forms of oppression has created dramatic differences in health across populations and communities. Where we live
- [Awards](https://www.institutephi.org/awards/) - Foundation of Partnership Cornerstone AwardRead MorePRSA Richmond 2024 Capital Award of Excellence: Rural MS Op-Ed ArticleRead MoreNNPHI Network Member Impact AwardRead MoreMASHSMD 2022 Health Excellence Award: Strategy and ResearchRead MoreNACCHO 2022 Innovative Practice AwardRead MoreHealthy People 2030 ChampionRead MoreNNPHI NCCPHT’s Elevating Practice AwardRead MoreLoad more
- [NNPHI Network Member Impact Award](https://www.institutephi.org/awards/nnphi-network-member-impact-award/) - Network Member Impact Award The National Network of Public Health Institutes (NNPHI) awarded IPHI the Network Member Impact Award! This award is granted to a NNPHI network member that exemplifies the mission and vision of NNPHI by working effectively in partnership, using evidence-based methods to improve public health, and has had a measurable impact in
- [Community Healthcare Coalition Greater Prince William](https://www.institutephi.org/services/organization-backbone-support/chcgpw/) - COMMUNITY HEALTHCARE COALITION GREATER PRINCE WILLIAM The Community Healthcare Coalition Greater Prince William (CGCGPW) is a collaborative of diverse agencies and stakeholders working together to improve the health of Greater Prince William’s residents since 2017. In 2021, the Potomac Health Foundation (PHF) awarded IPHI a grant to support the CHCGPW and advance its goals. The
- [Healthy Montgomery Transforming Communities Initiative](https://www.institutephi.org/our-work/sunset-initiatives/healthy-montgomery-transforming-communities-initiative/) - Healthy Montgomery Transforming Communities Initiative The Healthy Montgomery Transforming Communities Initiative (TCI) was a 5-year collaborative effort to implement policy, systems, and environmental changes to reduce obesity, promote tobacco-free living, and create healthier communities in Montgomery County, Maryland. This is a sunset initiative (no longer active). Healthy Montgomery TCI was coordinated by the Institute
- [Mid-Atlantic Regional Public Health Training Center](https://www.institutephi.org/services/training/mar-phtc/) - Mid-Atlantic Regional Public Health Training Center IPHI is a proud training provider for the Mid-Atlantic Regional Public Health Training Center (MAR-PHTC). MAR-PHTC is part of a national network of 10 public health training centers funded by the Federal Health Resources and Services Administration to improve the nation’s public health system by strengthening the technical,
- [Food Security Report](https://www.institutephi.org/services/evaluation-and-research/food-security-report/) - Food Security Report IPHI, Prince George’s County Food Security Task Force, and Prince George’s County Food Equity Council (FEC) completed a report to address the county’s food-security challenges exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic. The report recommends 11 solutions (four foundational and seven general strategies) for the Prince George’s County Council, Office of the County Executive, and
- [Community Health Improvement Planning](https://www.institutephi.org/services/evaluation-and-research/community-health-improvement-planning-chip/) - Community Health Improvement Planning The community health improvement plan (CHIP) is a collaborative process to identify trends, needs, and resources in a community or jurisdiction and develop action plans for community health improvement. Our framework for community health improvement work defines health broadly and recognizes that health and well-being are affected by the conditions and
- [Organization Backbone Support](https://www.institutephi.org/services/organization-backbone-support/) - IPHI provides backbone support for various coalitions, groups, and programs to help provide infrastructure and administrative support (including financial and grants management, human resources, communications, etc.), which allows the teams to concentrate on specific missions as service providers or mining resources for their audience. IPHI supports the following organizations: Prince George’s County Food Equity CouncilRead
- [Capacity Building](https://www.institutephi.org/services/capacity-building/) - IPHI works with partners to build community capacity to address critical public health challenges to improve the public health system. For over a decade, IPHI has provided in-depth workshops on strategies and best practices for leaders to create and enhance their organization’s equity framework. IPHI has also provided guidance on key issues such as workforce
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- [Virginia Initiatives](https://www.institutephi.org/locations/virginia/) - Community Health Worker AcademyRead MoreCOVID-19 Response & RecoveryRead MoreThe Equity EquationRead MoreRural Health Network Development PlanningRead MoreCHW Leadership InstituteRead MoreBrightpoint Community College FoundationRead MoreDrums No Guns FoundationRead MoreImmunizeVARead MoreLoad more
- [Maryland Initiatives](https://www.institutephi.org/locations/maryland/) - Prince George’s County Food Equity CouncilRead MoreCommunity Health Worker AcademyRead MorePrince George’s FreshRead MoreHealth Equity Research Hub (University of Maryland School of Pharmacy)Read MoreCHW Core Skills Competency TrainingRead MoreCold Storage Infrastructure ImprovementRead MoreZee Turner CenterRead MoreFood Security ReportRead MoreLoad more
- [District of Columbia Initiatives](https://www.institutephi.org/locations/d-c/) - Community Health Worker AcademyRead MoreVOA Older Adult Housing Technology Research ProjectRead MoreZee Turner CenterRead MoreDC Vaccine AllianceRead MoreDC Healthy Housing CollaborativeRead MoreCommunications and BrandingRead MoreMid-Atlantic Regional Public Health Training CenterRead MoreLoad more
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- [Community Transformation Grant](https://www.institutephi.org/our-work/sunset-initiatives/community-transformation-grant/) - Community Transformation Grant In 2012, IPHI was awarded a two-year Community Transformation Grant (CTG) from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to work with a broad range of partners in Prince George’s County, Maryland, to reduce chronic disease in an area of the county with the highest disease burden. This is a sunset initiative
- [Collaborative Neurologic Solutions](https://www.institutephi.org/our-work/outreach-and-health-promotion/collaborative-neurologic-solutions/) - Collaborative Neurologic Solutions Collaborative Neurologic Solutions is a multi-state, community-led response to address the unmet needs of individuals and families impacted by neurologic health conditions. IPHI collaborates with health and social care-related organizations to improve the quality of life for community members impacted by complex neurologic diseases. The team works to increase access to the
- [VDH COVID-19 Emergency Response](https://www.institutephi.org/our-work/sunset-initiatives/vdh-covid-19-emergency-response/) - VDH COVID-19 Emergency Response In August 2021, the Virginia Department of Health (VDH) expanded its COVID-19 response statewide to support local health departments (LHD), requesting that IPHI provide over 200 new case and contact investigators. LHD experienced a surge in levels of COVID-19 cases due to the delta variant. This is a sunset initiative (no
- [Total Health Partners](https://www.institutephi.org/our-work/sunset-initiatives/total-health-partners/) - Total Health Partners Total Health Partners (THP) (2012-15) was an initiative in Prince George’s County (PGC), Maryland, that combined two projects, a linkage to care project funded by Kaiser Permanente Community Benefit Fund at East Bay Community Foundation and a retention in care project funded by AIDS United, M.A.C. AIDS Fund, and Washington AIDS Partnership.
- [Early Intervention Services & Prevention for Positives](https://www.institutephi.org/our-work/sunset-initiatives/early-intervention-services-eis-prevention-for-positives-p4p/) - Early Intervention Services & Prevention for Positives Early Intervention Services & Prevention for Positives (EIS & P4P) act as mechanisms for effective linkage between the local HIV system of care and points of entry for the Northern/Northwest Virginia region. This is a sunset initiative (no longer active). The goal of EIS & P4P is to
- [Policy and Systems Change](https://www.institutephi.org/our-work/policy-and-systems-change/) - IPHI believes that public policy plays a central role in creating healthier communities. Policies can be a tool for financing cost-effective public health strategies, maximizing health benefits, improving service systems, and influencing healthier behaviors. The team advocates for policies based on science and community interests for health and well-being. IPHI focuses on “equity and health
- [Food Systems](https://www.institutephi.org/our-work/food-systems/) - IPHI food systems initiatives evaluate and improve food security, access, and resources in the region. The team focuses on systematic and sustainable changes to address health challenges (e.g., hunger, obesity, and areas that lack healthy food options) by advocating for policies that create a more equitable food system. The following initiatives highlight IPHI’s work with
- [Chronic Heart Failure Care Transitions Project](https://www.institutephi.org/our-work/community-health-workers/chronic-heart-failure-care-transitions-project/) - Chronic Heart Failure Care Transitions Project A partnership to improve care transitions and health outcomes for patients with chronic heart failure. This is a sunset initiative (no longer active). Reducing avoidable hospital readmissions is an opportunity to improve quality, increase patient satisfaction, and reduce costs within healthcare systems. Since 2013, IPHI has partnered with
- [Strengthening the CHW Workforce](https://www.institutephi.org/our-work/community-health-workers/strengthening-the-chw-workforce/) - Strengthening the CHW Workforce Policy initiatives to support the development, use, and finance of the community health worker (CHW) workforce. The District of Columbia, Maryland, and Virginia stakeholders have worked to define the CHW scope of practice, core competencies, training requirements, make CHW certification recommendations, and finance preventive health services. IPHI has been highly
- [NNPHI NCCPHT's Elevating Practice Award](https://www.institutephi.org/awards/nccphts-elevating-practice-award/) - NCCPHT’s Elevating Practice Award The National Network of Public Health Institutes (NNPHI) selected IPHI’s Healthy and Equitable Communities Training for the National Coordinating Center for Public Health Trainings (NCCPHT)’s Elevating Practice Award! This award is granted to organizations that created an engaging, skills-building learning opportunity that has measurably improved health practice. IPHI joined other public
- [DC & PGC Gets Vaxxed!](https://www.institutephi.org/our-work/outreach-and-health-promotion/dc-pgc-gets-vaxxed/) - DC & PGC GETS VAXXED! The DC & PGC Gets Vaxxed! is a 12-month community health initiative led by IPHI in partnership with local community-based organizations through Wards 7 and 8 in the District of Columbia (D.C.) and Prince George’s County (PGC), Maryland. This is a sunset initiative (no longer active). This COVID-19 vaccination
- [Cameron Foundation Community Health Needs Assessment](https://www.institutephi.org/services/evaluation-and-research/cameron-foundation-community-health-needs-assessment-chna/) - Community Health Needs Assessment The Cameron Foundation in Petersburg, VA, partnered with IPHI to update its community health needs assessment (CHNA). The most recent assessment was developed in spring 2023. Cameron Foundation’s Community Health Needs Assessment – 2023 The assessment provides a comprehensive review of demographic, socioeconomic, physical environmental, and health indicators, and includes jurisdiction-level
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