Many Faces of Community Health is a two-day conference that focuses on health care. Hosting the 20th-anniversary conference this year! Over 300 people attended our last in-person conference including health care professionals, students, staff from FQHCs and other programs, policymakers, and Minnesotans active in community and public health. Attendees come together to learn about the […]
Join this new complementary introduction to perinatal SUD training hosted by the Policy Center, Postpartum Support International and Colorado Department of Public Health. Learn more about how to recognize and effectively respond to substance use concerns during pregnancy, early parenthood, and with the birthing parent/child dyad. Considerations related to treatment and supporting the parent-child relationship […]
The American Indian Family Center invites you to the Grand Opening of their second location at their Annual Fall Feast. Together, they will celebrate community and the bountiful autumn season!
AWHONN’s District 4 (Iowa, Kansas, Minnesota, Nebraska, North Dakota and South Dakota) & Missouri are hosting a summit to bridge the gap for birthing families in rural communities. Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to learn from the experts! Target Audience: Nurses, health care providers and their partners caring for rural birthing families. Outcomes: […]
Dr. Silvia Alvarez de Davila, Ph.D., CFLE Extension Professor and Regional Educator University of Minnesota Extension Department of Families, Health and Wellbeing The 40-Day Project is a virtual platform and curriculum created to support parents in the early postpartum period, a critical time for family health and adjustment. During the postpartum period, many new parents […]
Earn 1.0 CME for participating in this webinar. Please join Dr. Nick Lehnertz for a three-part webinar series focused on the latest epidemiologic and clinical aspects of HIV and other STIs, including updated syphilis screening guidelines, the latest on doxy PEP, and an overview of the most current options for HIV PEP and PrEP. The […]
Health Cares About Domestic Violence Day (HCADV) Day is an annual, nationally recognized day that takes place on the second Wednesday of October. Sponsored by FUTURES, HCADV Day raises awareness that domestic violence is a healthcare issue. HCADV Day promotes partnerships between healthcare and domestic violence programs to support survivor health and work together to prevent […]
Intimate partner violence (IPV) is a significant yet preventable public health problem that affects millions of women regardless of age, economic status, race, religion, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or educational background. Individuals who are subjected to IPV may have lifelong consequences, including emotional trauma, lasting physical impairment, chronic health problems, and even death. Although women of […]
The Sexual Violence Prevention Network (SVPN) Meetings will return this fall. With new leadership, they are looking forward to creating spaces and unique opportunities for sexual violence prevention professionals and enthusiasts across Minnesota to gather in community. The Minnesota Department of Health Sexual Violence Prevention Program (MDH SVPP), the Minnesota Coalition Against Sexual Assault (MNCASA), […]
This training is primarily for mental health care providers who work with women during and following pregnancy, and who are interested in learning more about the unique factors that impact military mothers.
This year's Minnesota Breastfeeding Coalition Annual Conference theme is "Prioritizing Lactation Care: Ethical, Sustainable, Supported." Keynote speaker: Liz Brooks, JD, IBCLC, FILCA Conflict-of-Interest with the International UnravelCode: How Predatory Marketing Plays With Our Minds (120 minutes/2.0 E-CERPs) Hot Topics in Ethics and Lactation: For Doctors, Nurses, and Lactation Support Providers (90 minutes/1.5 E-CERPs) Legal, Ethical, or […]
The ACNM Annual Meeting & Exhibition brings together the largest concentration of CNMs and CMs in the nation, along with other women’s health practitioners, allied health professionals, researchers, faculty, community leaders, policymakers, self-advocates, and midwifery students in support of common goals to advance women’s health and the practice of midwifery. Registration is open for the […]
Protective factors for survivors of domestic violence are the conditions, connections, and capacities that buffer harm and enable adult and child survivors to do and be well in work, school, and life. In this webinar, we will share a NEW workbook designed specifically for advocates who work directly with survivors, along with practice tip sheets, […]
There’s still time to register for the virtual Intro to CUES training which will be on Tuesday, Oct. 21 from 1 to 3:30 p.m. CUES, which stands for confidentiality, universal education, empowerment, and support, is an evidence-based, trauma-informed intervention designed to support family home visiting staff in addressing domestic and sexual violence.In this training, participants […]
Earn 1.0 CME for participating in this webinar. Please join Dr. Nick Lehnertz for a three-part webinar series focused on the latest epidemiologic and clinical aspects of HIV and other STIs, including updated syphilis screening guidelines, the latest on doxy PEP, and an overview of the most current options for HIV PEP and PrEP. The […]
Description: Health Partners on IPV+ Exploitation will host four virtual educational sessions to discuss intimate partner violence (IPV), including: prevalence and definitions; clinical change strategies including the CUES intervention; HRSA’s UDS measures on IPV/exploitation, and referrals and collaboration strategies to develop comprehensive HC responses. Health Outreach Partners and Migrant Clinicians Network will lead one session with a focus on IPV experienced […]
The third and final webinar in the NICHQ's National Community Partnership to Promote Safe Sleep Initiative, “A New Era in Infant Survival: Recognizing the True Value of Community-Centered Initiatives,” will focus on the importance of community involvement and its power to drive improved health outcomes, increased awareness of infant care practices, and stronger social networks that advocate […]
Join Us for the Next LINK ECHO Series on Substance Use & Perinatal Mental Health – 10/27! The Minnesota Perinatal Quality Collaborative (MNPQC) is excited to offer the LINK ECHO Series as part of the Linking Identification & Navigation for Perinatal Mental Health & Substance Use Care (LINK) Initiative. This free, monthly virtual series is open to anyone statewide who is passionate […]
The In-Person Kickoff Meeting will allow participating teams to come together in a collaborative environment to ground their work in shared purpose and understanding. This interactive session will include expert insights, practical tools, and team-based activities designed to support early planning and build momentum for the initiative. Attendees will connect face-to-face with peers across the state, […]
The “Empowering Change: Advancing Maternal Health Together” event, presented by Wellpoint, will bring together leading experts, advocates and organizations to highlight maternal health best practices, address critical challenges in prenatal care, and share actionable solutions. Join to learn more about the latest evidence-based practices in maternal health and gain actionable tools proven to improve patient outcomes. […]
Description: Health Partners on IPV+ Exploitation will host four virtual educational sessions to discuss intimate partner violence (IPV), including: prevalence and definitions; clinical change strategies including the CUES intervention; HRSA’s UDS measures on IPV/exploitation, and referrals and collaboration strategies to develop comprehensive HC responses. Health Outreach Partners and Migrant Clinicians Network will lead one session with a focus on IPV experienced […]
Earn 1.0 CME for participating in this webinar. Please join Dr. Nick Lehnertz for a three-part webinar series focused on the latest epidemiologic and clinical aspects of HIV and other STIs, including updated syphilis screening guidelines, the latest on doxy PEP, and an overview of the most current options for HIV PEP and PrEP. The […]
Pregnancy behind bars is an overlooked human rights issue. When someone who is pregnant or has recently given birth is facing criminal sentencing, international guidelines recommend that countries prioritize non-custodial alternatives. If incarceration is unavoidable, they should receive adequate perinatal care and be allowed contact with their child. Too often, this does not happen. Around […]
Save the date for the annual NAMI Minnesota State Conference! Saturday, November 1, 2025 Saint Paul RiverCentre 9:00 am – 4:45 pm Last year, over 400 guests and more than 50 exhibitors and sponsors attended for an energizing day of connecting and learning. Details to follow.
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