Rhode Island Public Health Association

04/27/2026

04/16/2026

We are truly grateful for the support and partnership of our sponsors in making the 2026 Public Health Summit possible.

03/19/2026

We’re excited to share a sneak peek of the distinguished presenters joining us for the 2026 Public Health Summit.
This year’s summit will bring together leaders across sectors to explore innovative strategies and solutions under the theme Leading Through Change: Building Trust and Resilience in Public Health.
📅 April 27, 2026
Be part of the conversation shaping the future of public health.
🔗 Register by April 10, 2026 https://ripha.org/event-6495330/Registration

03/16/2026

⏳ Deadline Reminder!

There’s still time for students and CHWs to submit your proposal for the “Public Health: The Future Is Now” Poster Session at the Public Health Summit 2026 .

🕛 Submissions close tonight at 11:59 PM (March 16).

Share your work, highlight your impact, and be part of the conversation shaping the future of public health.

To submit your abstract visit: https://forms.office.com/r/vhHyV4Zj4p

02/26/2026

We are very excited to share that registration for the 2026 Rhode Island Public Health Summit is now open!
The registration deadline is April 10, 2026.
To register visit: https://lnkd.in/eGyQrYFR

02/24/2026

Call for Posters: Students & CHWs – 2026 RI Public Health Summit
We’re excited to announce that we are now accepting abstracts for the Students & Community Health Workers (CHW) Poster Session: "Public Health: The Future Is Now"
This is a great opportunity for students and CHWs to showcase research, advocacy, and applied public health work while engaging with colleagues from across the state.
We welcome abstracts focused on scientific, academic, advocacy, or practice-based public health topics, and aligned with this year’s Summit theme:
“Leading Through Change: Building Trust and Resilience in Public Health”
• Final Submission Deadline: March 16, 2026
• Summit & Poster Session: April 27, 2026

To submit visit: https://lnkd.in/e-vcXQSu
We look forward to showcasing your impactful work and celebrating the future of public health together!

02/06/2026

We proudly announce the first sponsors who are stepping forward to champion trust, resilience, and leadership in public health by sponsoring the 4th Rhode Island Public Health Summit, “Leading Through Change: Building Trust and Resilience in Public Health.”

Interested in sponsorship opportunities? Learn more at:
https://ripha2024.wixsite.com/riphsummit2026/collaboration-opportunities

01/13/2026

📣 Call for Abstracts!

We are now accepting abstracts for breakout session presentations at the 4th Rhode Island Public Health Summit
🗓️ April 27, 2026 | 📍 Warwick, RI

✨ Theme: Leading Through Change: Building Trust and Resilience in Public Health

We invite public health professionals, community leaders, CHWs, students, and advocates to share applied research, innovative practices, and community-centered approaches.

⏰ Abstract Deadline:
📅 February 10, 2026 (11:59 PM EST)

📩 Submit or learn more: https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=pOf_FC-lf0yXM-8LwsdjwAILH3kNEdlFkWQltoQpnlJUQjlPVFNaVkxSOFg2MzQ1NVJSNVJJVU5XVS4u&route=shorturl

🌐 www.ripha.org

01/05/2026

As we begin a new year, mark your calendars! ✨
Join us for the 4th Rhode Island Public Health Summit on April 27, 2026, bringing together public health professionals, partners, and community leaders from across Rhode Island to reflect, recharge, and collaborate on innovative approaches to advancing public health.

Let’s move forward together to create meaningful, lasting impact in our communities.
📩 Interested in learning more or becoming a sponsor? contact [email protected]
Here’s to a year of progress and collective action—let’s make a difference together!

11/24/2025

Last week, Executive Director Meghan Grady had the pleasure of serving on a keynote panel at the Rhode Island Public Health Association’s 29th Annual Meeting. The panel brought together an incredible group of leaders to discuss “Reimagining and Reinforcing Public Health: Funding, Preparedness, and Infrastructure.” Thank you to the Association for hosting such a valuable and inspiring event!

09/04/2025

🌟 Public health thrives because of the dedication, advocacy, and collaboration of so many across Rhode Island. Each year, the Rhode Island Public Health Association (RIPHA) proudly recognizes the professionals, advocates, and students who go above and beyond to strengthen our communities.
🏆 Nominations are now open for the 29th Annual Meeting Awards, including:
Bertram Yaffe Award
John E. Fogarty Award
Lifetime Achievement
Meritorious / Program Award
Owen Manahan Student Award
Public Health Champion
Do you know someone who deserves to be honored for their impact? Submit your nomination today and help us celebrate the changemakers advancing public health in RI.

🔗 https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=pOf_FC-lf0yXM-8LwsdjwCZwFwdauBBEoComedPOLSVUM09QTk9CVFQzVUtHNzU1SDJGT0xFRDdMWC4u

⏰ Deadline: Saturday, September 20, 2025, at 11:59 PM EST