Sarah Willson, Director of the Missouri Department of Health and Human Services, welcomed attendees to the PHIG Annual Recipient Convening and highlighted Missouri’s leadership in public health innovation and resilience.
This session breaks down key PHAB measures, clarifies what site reviewers expect, and offers practical, right-sized approaches for health departments working to meet accreditation requirements. Participants will leave with clearer direction and actionable next steps.
Learn from health-tech experts about building strong, sustainable partnerships between public health agencies, national partners, and funding sources using lessons from data modernization, digital health, communications, and public health initiatives.
Learn practical strategies for improving public health agency performance through streamlined planning, integrated data systems, and stronger operations—featuring examples like aligning planning tools, building cross-department partnerships, leveraging digital platforms, and using dashboards for real-time tracking.
Ensuring our public health mission into the future depends on meaningful investment in attracting and engaging with potential public health professionals. Through internships, leadership development, and community engagement, hear how these three jurisdictions have successfully approached…
