Minnesota Public Health Association 2021 Conference
Bold and Humble—Engaging in Anti-Racist Public Health
April 29-30, 2021, Virtual conference
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OVERVIEW
The Minnesota Public Health Association (MPHA)’s Annual Conference will be held April 29–30, 2021 in a
virtual format. The conference will be held via Zoom for two half days (approximately 1–4 pm on April 29 and 9
am–12 pm on April 30th).
The 2021 theme is: Bold and Humble—Engaging in Anti-Racist Public Health.
Racism has been declared a Public Health Crisis…but what happens next? The public health community has
talked about this for so long, how can we assure ourselves and each other this is a movement, not just a
moment?
Addressing today’s public health challenges requires innovation and collaboration. This conference will
elevate Minnesota-based initiatives on racial justice work & its intersectionality with a variety of public health
topics such as disabilities and accessibility, sexual orientation and gender identity, chronic disease, aging,
injury and violence prevention, mental health, environmental, maternal and child health, and other timely
topics. Learn about the issues and resilience of the work being done through bold, innovative approaches and
thoughtful, courageous collaborations.
The American Public Health Association’s president, José Ramón Fernández-Peña, MD, MPA, will deliver a
keynote address. Additional plenary speakers, breakout sessions, and an online poster hall are being planned.
Conference content will align with MPHA’s Strategic Plan and allow space for individual reflection and future
action.
The MPHA annual meeting gathers public health professionals at every level – students, mid-career
professionals, retired experts – from around the state to exchange information and create a healthier
Minnesota through effective public health practice and engaged citizens.
Dedicated public health professionals and interested community members who want to connect with peers,
pick up new ideas and gain skills to bring back to their workplace or community are encouraged to attend.
Application will be made for public health nursing, CHES/MCHES/CPH continuing education credits.
CONFERENCE OBJECTIVES:
Upon conclusion of the conference, attendees will:
- Gain increased understanding of the complexity of public health challenges and identify strategies and
action steps for addressing them. - Develop new knowledge and skills to address structural racism and health equity to enhance
community health in Minnesota. - Leave empowered with tools and specific actions to bring back to your organizations to make a
meaningful impact. - Become emboldened to go on your own anti-racist journey.
The Minnesota Public Health Association is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.
MPHA, PO Box 14415, Minneapolis, MN 55414, info@mpha.net
