Case Studies

Synergies and Project Implementation for Sustainability

This session highlights how PHIG support and partnerships in Hawai‘i and Kansas have strengthened public health infrastructure, improved workforce capacity, and promoted sustainability through academic collaboration, strategic staffing, and resource leveraging.

Leveraging Low-Cost Technology to Drive Workforce Success: How DCHHS Reduced Vacancy Rates with the Public Health Workforce Tool

This session explores how Dallas County (DCHHS) designed, built, and iteratively improved the Public Health Workforce Tool (PHWT) to meet evolving workforce management needs while maintaining a low cost. Participants learn how features such as role-based…

From Vision to Action: Resources and Approaches for Public Health System Transformation

Explore practical tools and real-world examples to support public health system transformation. This session highlights state-wide transformation efforts, including an in-depth look at Illinois’ approach, and introduces a Blueprint for Public Health System Transformation that guides…

Recruitment and Retention Strategies from the Field

In this session, the Hawaii State Department of Health will discuss recruitment and retention programs focused on enriching the employee experience and the CDC Foundation will share practical strategies to attract technology and data professionals from…

Advancing Organizational Capacity and Administrative Readiness: Tools, Resources and Supports for Success

Explore practical strategies and ASTHO STAR Center tools to strengthen public health agencies’ administrative readiness, improve grant management, and build sustainable internal systems.