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See firsthand stories of impact from the PHIG grant. From small wins to transformative changes, PHIG is fostering widespread innovation in public health systems and structures.

  • Chicago Uses PHIG to Upgrade Health Department Onboarding Process

    The Chicago Department of Health (CDPH) used PHIG funds to modernize its employee onboarding and training system. CDPH transformed onboarding from a three-hour in-person meeting into a digital, interactive training module that employees can revisit anytime during their tenure. Additionally, CDPH developed a training creation process that enables internal employees to contribute content. These contributions are then adapted into interactive trainings tailored for staff, strengthening onboarding and fostering continuous learning across CDPH.

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  • Illinois PHIG Impact Report

    Sameer Vohra, director of the Illinois Department of Public Health, explains how his team is using the PHIG to impact the state of Illinois.

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  • Chicago Public Health Boosts Retention with PHIG Support

    The Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH) has used PHIG funding to maintain key staff positions, achieving an impressive 88% retention rate from July 2023 to November 2024—an accomplishment that has stabilized and strengthened public health services across the city. To support these efforts, CDPH transformed employee onboarding with a digital, interactive module that employees can revisit as needed, making the experience more accessible and effective. Additionally, insights from over 200 employees who participated in a Belonging and Psychological Safety Survey have led to targeted improvements, such as Lunch & Learn sessions to address workplace culture and ongoing engagement. Leadership roles funded by PHIG, such as the Assistant Commissioner and Director of Planning and Research Development, provide these initiatives with essential support and direction, enabling CDPH to sustain these positive outcomes.

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  • Illinois Strengthens Public Health Infrastructure with New Data Modernization Director

    Recipients have utilized PHIG funding to staff dedicated DMI positions and convene advisory committees. The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) recently hired Gayatri Raol as its Data Modernization Director to oversee…

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  • Illinois Director Vohra Announces Groundbreaking Public Health Workforce Transformation Initiative at Kick-Off Meeting

    Pictures: Director Sameer Vohra addresses attendees at the recent Illinois Public Health Workforce. Transformation Initiative Kick-Off Meeting held at the University of Illinois Springfield (UIS) Performing Arts Center. Illinois Department of Public…

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