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09/22/2020

November 2020 Skills Institute - National MCH Workforce Development Center

Skills Institute: Operationalizing Your Title V Action Plan during Times of Uncertainty
November 10, 12, 17 & 19
2:00pm to 5:00pm ET

This free virtual Skills Institute builds on those held in 2014, 2016, and 2018, and is targeted to state and jurisdictional Title V professionals and their partners. Teams of colleagues, ready to turn Title V Block Grant Action Plans into reality will join Center experts on Tuesday and Thursday afternoons over 2 consecutive weeks. Participants will engage with speakers and each other using an online platform, but there will be opportunities to connect with Center experts between sessions for tailored support.

More info here: https://mchwdc.unc.edu/novemberskillsinstitute2020/

Join the National Maternal and Child Health (MCH) Workforce Development Center in November 2020 for a virtual Skills Institute! Operationalizing Your Title V Action Plan During Times of Uncertainty Building on highly successful Skills Institutes held in 2014, 2016, and … Continued

06/11/2020

Association of Teachers of Maternal and Child Health - ATMCH

Association of Teachers of Maternal and Child Health - ATMCH

REMINDER: Don't miss ATMCH's latest online event! https://www.mchnavigator.org/connect/atmch.php

06/08/2020

Join the National Maternal and Child Health Workforce Development Center for a Summer Seminar Series!


Register now and join your peers from across the country in a series of webinars to be offered each Wednesday in July 2020.

The Summer Seminar Series is open to students enrolled in any of the MCHB-funded Graduate Education Programs to Educate the Next Generation of MCH Leaders (CoE, Catalyst, LEND, LEAH, DBP, MCH Nutrition, and PPC Programs) AND to MCH professionals interested in lifelong learning.

Join experts from the National MCH Workforce Development Center to learn more about core topics critical to increasing workforce capacity for MCH professionals and learn how to navigate in an increasingly complex health landscape. In each summer seminar series webinar, Center experts will introduce the core areas of Center focus, teach a tool to aid thinking and skill-building in this area, and share how the topic and tool have been used with state Title V MCH programs.

To register for the Change Management webinar on July 8 at 2:00 pm EST, click here: https://unc.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_6zMinOHseWBWR9z

To register for the Systems Integration webinar on July 15 at 2:00 pm EST, click here: https://unc.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_afVsg27BiURLck5

To register for the Evidence-Based Decision Making webinar on July 22 at 2:00 pm EST, click here: https://unc.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_9tSrJXBvDCnC3Wd

For more information, contact [email protected] .

06/01/2020

ATMCH/MCH Navigator Webinar | MCH Navigator

Register for the newest ATMCH/MCH Navigator learning opp: 1st Things 1st: An MCH Reset Retreat to Determine What Matters Now 06/22/20 ar 3PM Eastern. https://www.mchnavigator.org/connect/atmch

05/19/2020

Check out The Institute of Innovation and Implementation's new webinar series: LEADERSHIP IN THE TIME OF
COVID-19 & BEYOND. The first session is Wednesday, May 20th from 2:30 - 4:00 PM ET. Register here for free today! https://bit.ly/2WKuIBN

04/10/2020

MCH 20|20: New Microlearning Program from the MCH Navigator

The MCH Navigator has launched a new microlearning program -- MCH 20|20 -- that asks a serie of 20 questions to keep you learning during this difficult year: https://mailchi.mp/ncemch/mch-2020-new-microlearning-program-from-the-mch-navigator

New microlearning program to continue learning in difficult times. 2020 will be remembered as one of the most difficult public health crises of a generation. As a field, we are being charged with a level of engagement unparalleled in recent memory. In this environment, it is often difficult to paus...

03/13/2020

Online Survey Software | Qualtrics Survey Solutions

The Association of Teachers of Maternal & Child Health (ATMCH) is working to assess the training, mentoring & networking needs of future & current faculty (ALL academic disciplines) that teach content focused on Maternal & Child Health (MCH). Findings from this survey will inform future ATMCH programming. For broad, national representation, please help us by completing this survey & widely distributing this survey among colleagues & students. The survey will be open through 4/12/20.

To access the survey, click here: https://uab.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_43cIWDnO1puYciV

ATMCH aims to grow & support excellence in teaching MCH across multiple academic settings, offering a forum to support the cadre of future & current faculty, aiming to enhance the knowledge & skills essential to teaching in the field of MCH.

Qualtrics sophisticated online survey software solutions make creating online surveys easy. Learn more about Research Suite and get a free account today.

11/08/2019

Accelerating MCH Impact: Integrating Direct Service + Policy, Systems, Environment Approaches

Accelerating MCH Impact: Integrating Direct Services with Policy, System, and Environmental Approaches

AMCHP Webinar | Monday, November 18, 2019 | 12:00pm PT/3:00 pm ET

Registration available at: https://adobe.ly/2pr1slQ

This session will offer tools that drive Title V MCH transformation by integrating direct service initiatives with policy (organizational/ public), system (simple/complex) and environmental (built/natural) approaches. The presenters will describe the myriad of factors that influence behavior and social determinants of health; explore the benefits of policy, system and environmental (PSE) approaches; and apply the I+PSE (Individual plus PSE) Conceptual Framework for Action to build innovative strategies that transform Title V MCH services. The session will highlight case studies that focus on policy solutions, community development, and multi-sectoral partnerships, further building Title V MCH capacity, practice-based evidence, and impact.

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11/07/2019

ATMCH/MCH Navigator Webinar | MCH Navigator

Announcing the Newest ATMCH/MCH Navigator Webinar:
Strategies for Developing Engaging Online Learning
Wednesday, November 20, 2019 1:00 - 2:00 PM Eastern. Register: https://www.mchnavigator.org/connect/atmch

The MCH Navigator is a learning portal for Maternal Child Health professionals and students working to improve the health of individuals and families

10/30/2019

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Do you have a project that you have been trying to launch, but you haven’t had the time? Is there an activity you would implement or resources you would create, if only you had extra staff to help? If so, consider hosting a Title V MCH Internship team during Summer 2020!

The National MCH Workforce Development Center (the “Center”) will support at least seven teams of MCH students to participate in internships in state Title V programs. If your state’s application is selected, a two-person student team will work to successfully complete a meaningful project of your choice. As a state preceptor, you will receive support from Center staff to facilitate the successful initiation and completion of an agreed upon scope of work.

https://www.mchnavigator.org/transformation/documents/Title-V-MCH-Internship-Program-State-Flyer-020-FINAL.pdf

10/15/2019

Title V MCH Internship Program - National MCH Workforce Development Center

Title V MCH Internship Program - State Application Period Opening: sign up for the Workforce Development Center's next group of trainees. Increase your team's capacity, work on an important project of your choosing, & learn from peers. https://mchwdc.unc.edu/mch-internships/

Title V MCH Internship Program Each summer, the National MCH Workforce Development Center supports teams of MCH students to participate in internships in state Title V programs. Each two-person team will consist of two students from one of the following MCH Bureau-funded training programs: Centers o...

09/16/2019

Doodle: Replication Project Focus Group

What are the Replication Projects, and How Can They Help Me?

AMCHP has several resources to help maternal and child health staff search for, implement, and share evidence-based practices. This includes funding to replicate a practice in AMCHP’s Innovation Station-a database of MCH practices.

Were you aware? If not, we want to hear from you!

Please consider participating in one of our hour-long ,virtual conversations from September 18th-October 4th to help make our Replication Project technical assistance more visible and relevant to you. If you are interested in participating, please fill out the following Doodle Poll by Monday 9/16. Once a final date is selected, we’ll send out the list of questions we’ll cover during the call. Thank you for your consideration!

Link: https://doodle.com/poll/4ggwtxfvgu7cng7p

Doodle is the simplest way to schedule meetings with clients, colleagues, or friends. Find the best time for one-to-ones and team meetings with our user-friendly calendar tool. Get started today!

09/16/2019

What is Innovation Station Anyway, and How Can it Help Me?

AMCHP has several resources to help maternal and child health staff search for, implement, and share evidence-based practices. This includes a searchable database of MCH practices.

Were you aware? If not, we want to hear from you!

Please consider participating in one of our hour-long ,virtual conversations from September 18th-October 4th to help make our Innovation Station resources and technical assistance more visible and relevant to you. If you are interested in participating, please fill out the following Doodle Poll by Monday 9/16. Once a final date is selected, we’ll send out the list of questions we’ll cover during the call. Thank you for your consideration!

Link: https://doodle.com/poll/e47vc37n3qhv4egv

05/06/2019

Online Course Available in Fall 2019

Applied Methods for Health Transformation Implementation in MCH

The National MCH Workforce Development Center offers an online, interdisciplinary course designed to prepare students to contribute successfully to state and national health transformation. The course, “Applied Methods for Health Transformation Implementation in MCH”, is open to students enrolled in any of the MCHB-funded Graduate Education Programs to Educate the Next Generation of MCH Leaders (CoE, Catalyst, LEND, LEAH, DBP, MCH Nutrition, and PPC Programs). Participation in this course supports the objectives for MCH training programs by helping to ensure students have the foundation necessary to work within a variety of professional settings, assume leadership roles, and apply knowledge and skills to improve health care delivery systems.

Course participants may elect to earn graduate credit (1 or 3-credits) or a certificate of completion. Registration is open now on the Center’s website: http://mchwdc.unc.edu/

03/14/2019

Home | MCH Needs Assessment Toolkit

Remember to Check https://www.mchneeds.net for New Resources!

The Needs Assessment Toolkit, www.mchneeds.net is a comprehensive webpage of resource for Title V Needs Assessment developed as a partnership between AMCHP, the National MCH Workforce Development Center, and the MCH Navigator. We have continued to update the pages with new information to help you get Ready, get Set, and Go on your needs assessment. Below are some of the new links to check out:

Ready: Recordings of the AMCHP didactic needs assessment webinars (scroll to Just Released Resources on the home page)

Set: Youth engagement tools from the State Adolescent Health Resource Center (SAHRC)

Go: An example of a project charter from Colorado, and Arizona’s needs assessment timeline and overall approach

Peer Coaching: If you are looking for additional support on your needs assessment, you can also connect with a needs assessment peer coach. Contact [email protected] for more information!

The MCH Needs Assessment Toolkit allows state Title V programs to identify needs and select priority areas of focus

02/27/2019

AUCD - 2019 AUCD Leadership Academy Informational Webinar

The Association of University Centers on Disabilities (AUCD) in partnership with
the Center for Leadership in Disability at Georgia State University (GSU) is pleased
to announce the AUCD LEADERSHIP ACADEMY.

The AUCD Leadership Academy is a week-long program designed to enhance the skills of current and emerging leaders from the disability network to build coalitions to improve systems of supports and services.
The Leadership Academy seeks participants from UCEDDs, LENDs, and their disability partners to come together to immerse themselves for a week of study, shared experiences, self-evaluation, and skill development.

https://www.aucd.org/template/event.cfm?event_id=8502&id=740&parent=740

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01/28/2019

Replicating Best Practices

Would you like the opportunity to replicate an effective practice or component of a practice in AMCHP’s Innovation Station? Consider applying for the Best Practices Technical Assistance Replication Project.

Every year, AMCHP grants up to 3 technical assistance (TA) awards of $10,000 each for states or territories to replicate or adapt an existing emerging, promising, or best practice in Innovation Station as part of an overall goal to improve maternal and child health (MCH) outcomes by sharing effective practices with state and territorial MCH programs.

The Request for Applications can be accessed at http://www.amchp.org/programsandtopics/BestPractices/InnovationStation/Pages/Replicating-Practices.aspx. All applications are due to Lynda Krisowaty ([email protected]) by 11:59 pm EST on April 5th. To learn more about the potential benefits of participating, watch this video at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EK6PLN-y5SM where two previous recipients share their experiences.

The Best Practices Technical Assistance Replication Project is part of an AMCHP strategic goal to improve maternal and child health outcomes by sharing effective and promising practices with state and territorial MCH programs. Each year, up to three recipients are awarded $10,000 each to replicate a...

01/23/2019

Toolkit: National Standards for Children and Youth with Special Health Care Needs - NASHP

The Association of Maternal & Child Health Programs just released more than 10 new resources to be used alongside the National Standards for Systems of Care that strive to serve the nation’s 14.2 million children and youth with special health care needs. These new resources were created to fit the expansive learning needs of all stakeholders, falling into three, easy-to-navigate formats: e-learning modules, case studies, and tip sheets. https://nashp.org/toolkit-national-standards-for-children-and-youth-with-special-health-care-needs/

The National Standards for Systems of Care for Children and Youth with Special Health Care Needs (CYSHCN) define the core components of a comprehensive, coordinated, and family-centered system of care for CYSHCN. Nearly 20 percent of US children under age 18 have special health care needs. This tool...

12/12/2018

40 Under 40: Apply Now!

Are you working to make your community healthier? Do you know someone who is? The @de Beaumont Foundation wants to recognize public health professionals who are advancing policy solutions, collaborating creatively with partners, and/or coming up with new and innovative ideas to improve public health. Sound interesting? Learn more and apply here: http://www.debeaumont.org/40Under40/.

40 Under 40: Apply Now! Applications for the “40 Under 40 in Public Health” list will be accepted until midnight EST on Feb. 28, 2019. The list will be released in spring 2019. Nominate someone by email. Potential honorees can apply online. (Self-nominations are accepted.) About 40 Under 40 Impr...

09/18/2018

Submission Deadline Reminder! Less than one week left for HRSA's Preventing Childhood Obesity Challenge! Submit solutions to Phase 1 of the Using Technology to Prevent Childhood Obesity Challenge by 9/24/18. Learn more here: https://bit.ly/2phwZTB

07/31/2018

MCH Alert: July 2018

Check out our latest MCH Alert: July 2018: Updates from the MCH Navigator, Strengthen the Evidence, and Health Transformation - https://mailchi.mp/ncemch/mch-alert-july-2018

Welcome to the Navigator's Summer 2018 Edition of the MCH Alert. First, we introduce our 4-pronged approach to incorporating the newly updated MCH Leadership Competencies and share a new training brief about our customized Self-Assessment data reporting feature.  We also announce the launch of the...

06/29/2018

Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA)

Make a difference in the lives of moms and kids. #HRSA’s Maternal and Child Health Bureau invites you to sign up for updates on 4 upcoming Challenges with total prizes of $1.5 million. These competitions seek innovative solutions that improve the health of moms and kids across the U.S. http://bit.ly/2MwMeS2