Minnesota Public Health Association upcoming events

Health Equity Committee Meeting (June 18, 2026)

Thu, 18 Jun 2026 22:30:00 GMT

Food for Thought: Addressing Occupational Violence in Grocery Stores in the Saint Paul Metropolitan Area

Sunniva will present on the research she did with UFCW Local 1189 on metro area grocery store workers' experiences with occupational violence. Sunniva and her co-intern, Victoria Valentina, completed this research as a part of the Summer 2024 cohort of the Occupational Health Internship Program, which is designed to link the skills and interests of students with the needs of workers employed in an under-served or high-hazard job.

Presenter Bio

Sunniva Berg graduated from Occidental College in 2024 with a degree in Urban and Environmental Policy. She has served MPHA as the Intern for the Health Equity Committee and the Policy & Advocacy Committee for the past year and a half. She will start her Masters this fall and plans to pursue a career in occupational and environmental health research.

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MPHA Health Equity Committee also include dedicated time following the presentation for meaningful discussion, connection and networking, participant updates, and reports on committee and MPHA activities.

Meetings are scheduled for the 3rd Thursday of the month from 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. Currently all meetings are virtual. Meetings are open to MPHA members and non-members who want to learn more and take action on advancing health equity in Minnesota.

For more information about the Health Equity Committee, please email healthequity@mpha.net and we will get back to you! The committee is co-chaired by Rodolfo Gutierrez, Erica Fishman, and Sara Rogers.

Planetary Health Task Force: Summer Open House (June 22, 2026)

Mon, 22 Jun 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Summer Open House

Human well-being is deeply intertwined with the stability of our natural systems. From the impacts of climate change on local health to the hidden environmental threats facing our neighborhoods, addressing public health today requires a solutions-oriented, ecological approach.

Whether you are curious about environmental health, passionate about climate advocacy, or looking to build a more sustainable future for Minnesota communities, the MPHA Planetary Health Task Force invites you to our virtual Summer Open House!

Come learn about our mission, explore our work, and discover how you can become an active part of our monthly initiatives!

Featured Speakers:

Dawn Plumer, Environmental Health Specialist, Dakota County Public Health.
Melissa Thone, Program Supervisor - Preparedness and Resilience, St. Paul Ramsey County Public Health.

As defined by the Planetary Health Alliance, Planetary Health is "a solutions-oriented, transdisciplinary field and social movement focused on analyzing and addressing the impacts of human disruptions to Earth’s natural systems on human health and all life on Earth."

[Partner Event] APHA Webinar – Making Polluters Pay: Financial Accountability for the Public Health Impacts of Climate Change (June 23, 2026)

Tue, 23 Jun 2026 17:00:00 GMT

Making Polluters Pay: Financial Accountability for the Public Health Impacts of Climate Change

Join APHA, The Network for Public Health Law, Health in Partnership, Health Resources in Action, Public Health for Community Power Coalition and the Prevention Institute to learn about the current wave of climate-related policies and lawsuits designed to hold fossil fuel companies accountable for the public health costs of climate change.

[Partner Event] Defining the Wins: Statewide Policy Change Strategies for Public Health (June 25, 2026)

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 18:00:00 GMT

Join Trust for America’s Health (TFAH) for a national webinar. As many states conclude their 2026 legislative sessions, we are taking a closer look at how communities are defining progress and securing vital public health victories despite increasing challenges.

TFAH is dedicated to supporting public health community partners through our core reports, convenings, and the Promoting Health and Cost Control in States (PHACCS) initiative. Through PHACCS, we identify how states are actively pursuing health-promoting policies during a time of federal policy flux. As jurisdictions navigate growing budgetary shortfalls and adapt to new directives, national partners are increasingly looking to the local level for inspiration on how to leverage unique administrative decisions and effective coalition-building to achieve lasting public health successes.

Please join us as we discuss the key goals, activities, and partnerships that have helped policymakers, government leaders, and advocates drive recent progress for the public's health and wellbeing. Speakers will highlight actionable strategies to advance essential programs, share lessons on navigating challenging policy environments, and offer insights for future collaboration and practice. The webinar will include time for Q&A from the audience.

Membership & Communications Committee Meeting (June 25, 2026)

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 19:00:00 GMT

Looking for ways to get involved? Why not join the Membership & Communications Committee?

All are welcome at the next meeting, currently scheduled for the 4th Thursday of every month, from 2 - 3 pm CT. The committee is co-chaired by Natasha Kataeva and Matt Flory, Past President. If you can't make the meeting, but are still interested in the committee's work, please email membership@mpha.net to be added to the list.

MPHA Governing Council Meetings 2025-26 (July 09, 2026)

Thu, 09 Jul 2026 17:00:00 GMT

The 2025-2026 MPHA Governing Council meets the second Thursday of every month from 12 - 1 PM CDT. Please contact Merry Grande, Executive Director if you have any questions about these meetings.

Vaccinations in Minnesota Workgroup Meeting (July 13, 2026)

Mon, 13 Jul 2026 18:30:00 GMT

Join the Minnesota Public Health Association (MPHA) and interested partners working to raise awareness of the key public health role of vaccines, actions toward increasing vaccine confidence in Minnesota, and strategies to support access to them. The audience is cross-sector immunization champions, inclusive of public health workers, clinical providers and more. Please feel welcome to send this event registration to interested folks in your network who would like to join us!

This event requires registration to join. Please direct questions to info@mpha.net.

Policy and Advocacy Committee (July 14, 2026)

Tue, 14 Jul 2026 17:00:00 GMT

The MPHA Policy and Advocacy Committee meets the second Tuesday of each month from 12:00 - 1:00 pm CT. Anyone interested is welcome to join. The committee is co-chaired by Madeline Turbes. Learn more about the committee here.

Health Equity Committee Meeting (July 16, 2026)

Thu, 16 Jul 2026 22:30:00 GMT

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MPHA Health Equity Committee meetings are scheduled for the 3rd Thursday of the month from 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. Currently all meetings are virtual. Meetings are open to MPHA members and non-members who want to learn more and take action on advancing health equity in Minnesota.

For more information about the Health Equity Committee, please email healthequity@mpha.net and we will get back to you! The committee is co-chaired by Madison Anderson, Erica Fishman, and Sara Rogers.

Membership & Communications Committee Meeting (July 23, 2026)

Thu, 23 Jul 2026 19:00:00 GMT

Looking for ways to get involved? Why not join the Membership & Communications Committee?

Vaccinations in Minnesota Workgroup Meeting (August 10, 2026)

Mon, 10 Aug 2026 18:30:00 GMT

This event requires registration to join. Please direct questions to info@mpha.net.

Policy and Advocacy Committee (August 11, 2026)

Tue, 11 Aug 2026 17:00:00 GMT

Health Equity Committee Meeting (August 20, 2026)

Thu, 20 Aug 2026 22:30:00 GMT

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Membership & Communications Committee Meeting (August 27, 2026)

Thu, 27 Aug 2026 19:00:00 GMT

Looking for ways to get involved? Why not join the Membership & Communications Committee?

Policy and Advocacy Committee (September 08, 2026)

Tue, 08 Sep 2026 17:00:00 GMT

Vaccinations in Minnesota Workgroup Meeting (September 14, 2026)

Mon, 14 Sep 2026 18:30:00 GMT

This event requires registration to join. Please direct questions to info@mpha.net.

Health Equity Committee Meeting (September 17, 2026)

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 22:30:00 GMT

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Membership & Communications Committee Meeting (September 24, 2026)

Thu, 24 Sep 2026 19:00:00 GMT

Looking for ways to get involved? Why not join the Membership & Communications Committee?

Vaccinations in Minnesota Workgroup Meeting (October 12, 2026)

Mon, 12 Oct 2026 18:30:00 GMT

This event requires registration to join. Please direct questions to info@mpha.net.

Policy and Advocacy Committee (October 13, 2026)

Tue, 13 Oct 2026 17:00:00 GMT

Health Equity Committee Meeting (October 15, 2026)

Thu, 15 Oct 2026 22:30:00 GMT

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Membership & Communications Committee Meeting (October 22, 2026)

Thu, 22 Oct 2026 19:00:00 GMT

Looking for ways to get involved? Why not join the Membership & Communications Committee?

Vaccinations in Minnesota Workgroup Meeting (November 09, 2026)

Mon, 09 Nov 2026 19:30:00 GMT

This event requires registration to join. Please direct questions to info@mpha.net.

Policy and Advocacy Committee (November 10, 2026)

Tue, 10 Nov 2026 18:00:00 GMT

[Partner Event] Partners in Public Health Conference (November 17, 2026)

Tue, 17 Nov 2026 06:00:00 GMT

Save the date: 2026 Minnesota Partners in Public Health Conference

Join us November 17-19 at the Park Event Center near St. Cloud, MN, for the third annual Minnesota Partners in Public Health Conference.

Fifty years ago, in April 1976, Minnesota laid the foundation for its modern public health system with the Community Health Services Act—now known as the Local Public Health Act.

This year, local, Tribal, and state public health partners will come together around this milestone. We'll honor the past, and we'll reflect on how we're shaping the present and inspiring the future.

We hope you'll join us.

For more information on conference objectives and who should attend, please visit: Minnesota Partners in Public Health Conference - MN Dept. of Health

Health Equity Committee Meeting (November 19, 2026)

Thu, 19 Nov 2026 23:30:00 GMT

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Membership & Communications Committee Meeting (November 26, 2026)

Thu, 26 Nov 2026 20:00:00 GMT

Looking for ways to get involved? Why not join the Membership & Communications Committee?

Policy and Advocacy Committee (December 08, 2026)

Tue, 08 Dec 2026 18:00:00 GMT

Vaccinations in Minnesota Workgroup Meeting (December 14, 2026)

Mon, 14 Dec 2026 19:30:00 GMT

This event requires registration to join. Please direct questions to info@mpha.net.

Health Equity Committee Meeting (December 17, 2026)

Thu, 17 Dec 2026 23:30:00 GMT

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Membership & Communications Committee Meeting (December 24, 2026)

Thu, 24 Dec 2026 20:00:00 GMT

Looking for ways to get involved? Why not join the Membership & Communications Committee?