APHA 2016 Annual Meeting

HIGHLIGHTS/NETWORKING

APHA Special Sessions Don’t miss the Special Sessions, featuring cutting edge programming and prominent experts. Take a deeper look at the theme, Creating the Healthiest Nation: Ensuring the Right to Health, as well as current and emerging public health issues. (Refer to Tab 3 for more details) Monday, Oct. 31 CCC, Bellco Theatre 8:30 a.m.–10:00 a.m. 3015.0 The Health Gap: The Challenge of an Unequal World— Royal Society for Public Health Session 10:30 a.m.–Noon 3122.0 Racism: A Global View—APHA President Session 12:30 p.m.–2:00 p.m. 3222.0 Vital Directions: Prescriptions for Our Future— APHA Past President Session Tuesday, Nov. 1 CCC, Bellco Theatre 8:30 a.m.–10:00 a.m. 4011.0 Health in No Policies: Flint’s Water Crisis—Politics, Discrimination and a Failing Infrastructure—APHA President-Elect Session 10:30 a.m.–Noon 4103.0 The Public Health Workforce: Building the Future 12:30 p.m.–2:00 p.m. 4209.0 Zika: The Next Pandemic? Wednesday, November 2 CCC, Mile High 2A 8:30 a.m.–10:00 a.m. 5029.1 The Movement Toward Violence as a Health Issue 10:30 a.m.–Noon 5083.1 Race Matters: Why Communities are Critical in Building Health and Equity 12:30 p.m.–2:00 p.m. 5134.0 Reframing Health Equity: New Opportunities for Research and Action

APHA Global Public Health Film Festival CCC, Mile High Ballroom 4EF The Film Festival is organized by the PHEHP Section’s Health Communication Working Group (HCWG) and the International Health Section. See a list of all the films in Tab 5.

Global Public Health

FESTIVAL

Social Media Lab CCC, Central Concourse near Mile High Ballroom

The APHA Social Media Lab, co-sponsored by AIDS.gov, will provide attendees with technical assistance and information on best practices for use of social media. Attend a 15 minute presentation or meet one- on-one with an expert. See schedule below: Monday, Oct. 31 12:10 p.m. Getting a grip on #APHA2016: Using social media at a conference 2:10 p.m. A Social Coalition: Making it easy for groups to share information 4:10 p.m. Finding Your Voice: Blending the Professional and Personal to Create Your Brand Tuesday, Nov. 1 12:10 p.m. Making the Most of Your Ghost: Engaging Audiences with Snapchat 2:10 p.m. We’re Engaged! Creating Content to Build Relationships and Support with Followers on Social Media 4:10 p.m. Social Media 365: Creating and Managing an Editorial Calendar APHA Wellness Center During the busy Annual Meeting schedule it’s important to take time for yourself. Stop by the Wellness Center to get a bit of exercise or reflect on the information gathered that day. Activities include yoga, mini exercise breaks, seated massage, games and coloring. Follow the signs to our new and improved wellness center located on the second floor in front of Expo Hall F! Networking Networking is an important part of the Annual Meeting. Attend a business meeting or social hour hosted by one of APHA’s member groups or your university (See Tab 5). Don’t miss the award ceremonies sponsored by APHA’s member groups. You can find information about all the award winners at www.apha.org/apha-communities/member-sections/awards.

Mix and Mingle Lounge The Mix & Mingle Lounge will be located in Lobby F of the CCC. Take advantage of free WiFi, charge your phone and make new friends between sessions. Join the conversation on social media #APHA2016 and view the giant Twitter wall. This is a great place to meet up with friends too!

APHA 2016 ANNUAL MEETING • DENVER, CO

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