Session Summary

This session highlights how Tennessee, Kansas, and Maryland are using Public Health Infrastructure Grant (PHIG) funding to strengthen local public health systems through strategic investment, technical assistance and engagement, and streamlined support. Tennessee’s County Health Councils drive locally led planning and action, supported by TDH’s integrated funding and technical assistance model. Kansas enhanced foundational capabilities by launching a centralized TA approach, improving grant navigation and communication with rural health departments. Maryland modernized its reporting systems and fostered cross-jurisdictional collaboration to better capture, support, and showcase the impact of PHIG-funded activities.

Presenter(s):

• Moderator: Reena Chudgar, PHAB
• Gabrielle Nichols, Program Manager, Maryland Department of Health
• Nyrobi Tyson, Evaluator, Maryland Department of Health
• Ashley Wallace, CD(DONA) Health Policy Consultant, Center for Performance Management, Kansas Department of Health and Environment
• Traci Addington, MSOD, Program Evaluator, Kansas Department of Health and Environment
• Jennifer Trail, Director, Office of Strategic Initiatives, Tennessee Department of Health

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