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As one of the largest affiliates of the American Public Health Association, IPHA is widely recognized as a leader in the field of public health advocacy, health education and promotion.

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IPHA 85th Annual Public Health Workforce Conference | 2026

Register for the IPHA 85th Annual Public Health Workforce Conference!

IPHA will host their 85th Annual Public Health Workforce Conference on September 1-3, 2026 in Springfield, Illinois.

Click here to register today!

Stay Informed
June 11, 2026

On May 29, 2026, the U.S. Office of Management and Budget (OMB), in coordination with all federal grantmaking agencies, published a proposed rule in the Federal Register rewriting 2 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Part 200. The proposed rule, which spans 412 pages, is the most comprehensive revision to the Uniform Guidance since its initial publication in 2013. These rules are proposed to take effect October 1, 2026.

May 13, 2026

The Illinois Public Health Association (IPHA) is proud to announce a new partnership that puts graduate education within closer reach: a formal academic collaboration with A.T. Still University's College of Graduate Health Studies (ATSU-CGHS) that delivers real, tangible value to every member.

All IPHA members and employees are now eligible to receive a 20% tuition discount on ATSU-CGHS online graduate degree and certificate programs. That's meaningful savings on nationally accredited, flexible programs designed specifically for working health professionals – made possible through your IPHA membership.

May 12, 2026

The House and the Senate will both reconvene this week, with hearings scheduled beginning on Tuesday, May 12.
Please consider submitting a witness slip for the bills IPHA is tracking.

Upcoming Events

IPHA Vaccine Partnership
June 11, 2026 | 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Online
Supervisory Skills Series Hybrid Training Application
June 12, 2026 | 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Online

Apply for our upcoming summer cohort by June 12th!

MCH ACEs, Caregiving for Children with Special Needs, The Role of Chaplaincy, and Evidence-Based Models of Care
June 16, 2026 | 9:00am - 10:00am
Online
The Role of Community Health Workers in Social Work
June 26, 2026 | 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Online
From Outreach to Reimbursement: Medicare Billing for CHWs
June 30, 2026 | 10:00am - 11:00am
Online
Supervisory Skills Series Hybrid Training
July 02, 2026 | 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Online

Register for our summer cohort by July 2nd!

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An IPHA membership is the best way to stay up-to-date with the latest news and updates involving Illinois public health, and provides many tools to help you network with other Illinois public health professionals.

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The Illinois Public Health Association is an affiliated association of the American Public Health Association (APHA). We have collaborated with APHA to grow stronger as organizations, to share expertise, influence, and resources, and to advocate for common priorities at the local, state, and federal levels.  APHA champions optimal, equitable health and well-being for all.  With our broad-based memerber community and 150-year perspective, we influence federal policy to improve the public's health.  Learn more at www.apha.org.

IPHA is a member of a group of APHA's Region V state affiliates called the Great Lakes Public Health Coalition (GLPHC). This robust group of affiliates collaborates on regional public health policy issues, mutual support and shared learning.  States involved with the GLPHC include Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Ohio and Wisconsin.

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