We're excited to attend #APHA2025 in D.C. next week! Our staff will be presenting on issues that range from advocacy in the current political climate to strategies for climate change mitigation. View our full schedule below—we hope to see you there! www.changelabsolutions.org/news/meet-us...

Our new resource: Public Health Legal Authority for Good, collects laws and policies from a range of US jurisdictions, all related to establishing and exercising local & state #PublicHealth authority effectively and fairly. Learn more: www.changelabsolutions.org/product/publ... #PublicHealthLaw

We will join 2 sessions at the 2025 NALBOH conference: 3.1 Structural Drivers of Health Info; Tues, Oct 7, 3:15–4:15pm, w/ Wesley Hartman. 5.2 How Boards of Health Can Leverage Policy Development & Partner Engagement; Weds, Oct 8, 11:30am–12:30pm, w/ Katie Michel. www.nalboh.org/page/2025Con...

Legal knowledge isn’t just technical—it’s transformational. In a rapidly shifting political landscape, changemakers need to be equipped to interpret the law and influence policy. Join our new training: Finding & Reading the Law. bit.ly/4mnax5B #LegalTraining #PublicHealth

Are you attending #PHLC2025? We'll be presenting on issues that range from public health in the current political climate to data sharing and privacy. Check out our full schedule — we hope to see you there! www.changelabsolutions.org/news/meet-us...

📊 New Research! With support from @changelabsolutions.bsky.social, Public Health Law Watch has released a new report tracking litigation that challenges governmental and health institution efforts to address health equity from January 2024 to May 2025. www.publichealthlawwatch.org/health-equit...

Drawing on examples from the Douglas County Health Department in Nebraska, our new resource can help public health practitioners better understand how to leverage policy scans as a tool to promote community health. www.changelabsolutions.org/product/movi... #PublicHealth #SDOH #CommunityHealth

Important. If we aren't increasing capacity for #PublicHealthLaw among working public health professionals, we are missing a huge opportunity. @changelabsolutions.bsky.social is a leader in this effort.

Are you attending #NACCHO360? We’re excited to join this year’s conference and present on topics ranging from advancing health equity and racial justice to utilizing public health legal authority to advance community change. Check out our full schedule and come meet us in Anaheim, CA! #NA360

This year as we celebrate #Pride, we are lifting up the power of resistance. Federal & state governments have been attacking LGBTQ+ communities, & #A4PH has new resources explaining these actions & offering strategies to help #PublicHealth practitioners navigate the current landscape. bit.ly/3ZKo4vz

TOMORROW! Join us & our partners for a conversation on supporting local decision-makers using opioid settlement funds. We'll cover policy, partnerships, & how to center lived experience. 🔗 Register now: us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regi... @rti.bsky.social @changelabsolutions.bsky.social

In the final blog post in my Democracy & Governance series, I explore how shared values and relationship-building between community leaders and decisionmakers can guide meaningful policy change at the local level. www.changelabsolutions.org/blog/where-p... #LocalGov #PolicyChange

Continuing our commitment to informing our community about federal health policy developments via our Health Equity Policy Hub, we have updated the Policy Tracker with the latest federal orders. #healthequity #LGBTQ #immigranthealth Policy Tracker: www.healthequitypolicyhub.org/policy-tracker

Join #A4PH partners for the 3rd briefing in our series Navigating the Impact of Federal Actions on Public Health Practice. On 6/11 speakers from @changelabsolutions.bsky.social & @williamsinstitute.bsky.social will discuss executive orders attacking #LGBTQ+ communities: bit.ly/431kptZ

Even within our shifting political landscape, as federal policies like the OAA are rolled back, states & localities are shaping policies that support older adults to live full, vibrant lives. Read our blog post: It's Time to Change Our Policies on Aging. bit.ly/4jvikN3 #OlderAmericansMonth

What does it take to create a thriving, equitable food system? Read our new blog to learn about how communities like Gastonia, North Carolina, are transforming #FoodSystems through community leadership, cross-sector partnerships, & tools like power mapping. www.changelabsolutions.org/blog/strateg...

Governance processes that honor community strengths, prioritize transparency and shared power, and promote meaningful community participation can drive more equitable health outcomes. Read the latest blog from ChangeLab Solutions CEO @sdeguia.bsky.social‬'s Democracy & Governance series.

In 2025 we’re living in a rapidly changing health policy environment. Act for Public Health’s new biweekly forum will explore the impact of federal actions on public health practice. On 5/14 join the briefing w/ @changelabsolutions.bsky.social & @publichealthlaw.bsky.social: bit.ly/431kptZ #A4PH

Is your health department using law & policy to improve social determinants of health? Join @changelabsolutions.bsky.social and @templelegalepi.bsky.social for a webinar to walk through the Health Department Assessment & Roadmap, a resource developed in partnership with CDC. bit.ly/4iOJRc0 #SDOH

Since January, the federal government has taken many actions to limit or eliminate policies that support LGBTQ+ communities. With support from #A4PH we've released a new FAQ to help public health officials & advocates better understand the effects of recent executive orders. bit.ly/42Wzmxl

The current federal administration has released numerous executive orders limiting or eliminating #DEI initiatives across the fed government. @Changelabsolutions.bsky.social's & #A4PH's FAQ can help public health officials, policymakers, & advocates better understand the effects of these orders.

Nice FAQ from @changelabsolutions.bsky.social about Executive Orders on Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Accessibility 🛟 academicsky policysky health policy medsky 🧪

Local and state leaders have many avenues to support healthy, thriving food systems through policy change; even in our current political climate, we all have the power to act. Join the second webinar in our #APCseries on May 1 to learn more: bit.ly/4lyG5WX #FoodJustice #GoodGov #FoodSystems

Check out Wendy Parmet's editorial for AJPH on PHLW's action plan! @weparmet.bsky.social @amjpublichealth.bsky.social @phlw.bsky.social @nusl.bsky.social @changelabsolutions.bsky.social ajph.aphapublications.org/doi/full/10....

As we observe National Public Health Week, we urge people across the United States to recognize the indispensability of our country’s public health workers and public health infrastructure. Read our statement in solidarity with HHS & CDC, including supportive actions you can take. bit.ly/4ie6erd

We’ve just announced our agenda & speakers for Accelerating Policy Change in California’s Central Valley! On April 23, leaders from public health, government, CBOs & health care will gather to share tools & practices that support people-centered policymaking. Learn more: bit.ly/4hs2VMP #APCseries

Are you working to improve the health and well-being of residents in California’s Central Valley? Would you like to expand your skills in law & policy to accelerate your efforts? Don’t miss our Accelerating Policy Change convening in Fresno, CA on 4/23. #APCseries bit.ly/4hs2VMP

In a rapidly changing #PublicHealth landscape, advancing health & well-being for all requires strong narrative & communication strategies. Join @publichealthinst.bsky.social's BMSG and PHI Center for Health Leadership & Impact on 3/26 to learn strategies to strengthen narrative power. bit.ly/43TFxEE

How can local policies advance real change in community health? Our new blog explores 5 key lessons from the first webinar in our Accelerating Policy Change series. Learn about navigating legal landscapes, engaging communities & overcoming obstacles from policy experts: bit.ly/4bsn57X #APCseries

Recent federal executive orders are affecting #PublicHealth policy, equity & funding at all levels of government. Understanding the scope & limits of executive orders is crucial for public health professionals who are navigating these changes. Join the #A4PH webinar: bit.ly/43Iqk9k #HealthEquity

Join us on 3/11 at 1 PM CT for a webinar featuring an expert panel. Learn about the new administration’s impact on #publichealth, civic health, and the courts while gaining guidance on navigating this evolving political and legal environment. Register today: mitchellhamline.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

Tomorrow, UC Law SF is hosting Bridging the Gap: Health Justice and Exclusionary School Discipline. ChangeLab's Alexis Etow and Cesar De La Vega will be joining a panel on Identifying New Interventions to Eliminate Exposure to Exclusionary School Discipline. Register here: bit.ly/43aOuJt

Recent federal executive orders are sowing uncertainty for public health practitioners at all levels of government. With our #A4PH partners, we’ve released an FAQ to help public health officials, policymakers & community advocates better understand the effects of federal activities. bit.ly/4id0UEL

Countless communities used an earlier version of "A Field Guide for Flooded Home Cleanup" in the wake of hurricanes Katrina and Rita and subsequent storms. This revised edition includes the latest instructions and best practices for cleaning flooded structures safely. bit.ly/NCHHFloodGuide

Join us for this important & timely conversation. Hosted by Sadena Thevarajah and featuring speakers Ken Thomas and Annie Chang from @nff-news.bsky.social. Complying in Advance: Understanding Risks and Opportunities for Health Equity Work In a Time of Uncertainty

Our efforts to create a healthy, equitable nation face myriad challenges at the federal level; fortunately, we have tremendous power to advance solutions to systemic health problems at the local level. Join the first webinar in our Accelerating Policy Change series on 2/27: bit.ly/4jLiFgb #APCseries

Join the Collaborative for Anti-Racism & Equity on 2/18 as panelists delve into the pressing issue of health & racial equity work in the face of current challenges. This event is bringing together experts from @bigcitieshealth.org, @commhsp.bsky.social, The Dawn Lab & more. Register: bit.ly/4gLyZuy

How can public health advocates prepare for potential litigation? In our latest webinar, Staff Attorneys Willow Anderson & Daniel Carpenter-Gold break down key strategies to keep moving public health initiatives forward. Watch more here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=y9q5...

Since his inauguration, Pres. Trump has signed dozens of executive orders covering a range of issues, including DEI programs, the environment, federal grants, immigration & LGBTQ+ rights. To track the status & impact of the orders, the National Council of Nonprofits is offering these resources:

Build Healthy Places Network’s new resource Engaging Local Government to Promote Health & Prosperity in West Virginia provides essential guidance for community leaders looking to partner with #LocalGovernment to improve health outcomes & community infrastructure. Learn more: ow.ly/vGeP50UQtaS

Lasting change comes from responding to local priorities. Join our webinar The Power of Local & State Solutions to learn how to create effective local policy change that is grounded in the health needs, community goals, and lived experiences of residents. #APCseries bit.ly/4jLiFgb

Local governments are laboratories for policy change. Join The Power of Local & State Solutions, the kickoff webinar of our Accelerating Policy Change series, to tap into the expertise of policymakers & health advocates from around the country. #APCseries changelabsolutions.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

Did you know that just 15 minutes in a park can improve your daily mental health? Public greenspaces like parks, trails, and commons play a vital role in healthier, more connected communities. www.cityhealth.org/our-policy-p...

“Left unchecked, misinformation continues to harm health, interferes with community literacy and access to accurate information, and ultimately undermines trust in science, evidence-based recommendations, and government institutions.” Read our article in @nulawreview.bsky.social: bit.ly/40JBqJv

Join us for a panel presentation on the emerging uses of AI in public health and its significance for public health practitioners. 🔗 Register here: www.networkforphl.org/resources/ai...

Mis- and disinformation undermine community health as well as trust in #PublicHealth systems. Our guide discusses evidence-based strategies for counteracting #misinformation and its effects through the use of law, policy, community engagement, and other measures. Take a look: bit.ly/42js601

Congratulations to Heather Walter-McCabe (@profwaltermac.bsky.social) on her appointment to the ChangeLab Solutions (@changelabsolutions.bsky.social) board. We look forward to seeing the impactful work with which you engage!

Congratulations to Professor Heather Walter-McCabe @profwaltermac.bsky.social from @sluhealthlaw.bsky.social on her appointment to the ChangeLab Solutions @changelabsolutions.bsky.social board! Learn more here: https://buff.ly/40EIRl1 #WomenAlsoKnowLaw

@changelabsolutions.bsky.social is starting the new year with exciting changes on our board! I'm pleased to welcome Alexandra Bhatti, Viengkeo Kay Bounkeua, Emily Parento, and @profwaltermac.bsky.social to our team, and I look forward to the creative leadership they will bring. bit.ly/40cjSE4