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HCLI 2026: Early Bird Pricing Ends April 30

Secure your spot today! We are offering a lower registration fee for those who register for the Health Communication Leadership Institute by April 30.

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Highlights from HCLI 2025

The 2025 Health Communication Leadership Institute was filled with fresh energy, bold ideas, and practical strategies to meet the moment.

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In Austin, We Keep Each Other Safe

The City of Austin, Travis County, and community partners share milestones in the fight against the opioid overdose epidemic, including a media campaign developed by the CHC.

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How to Think Like A Modeler

We've launched a new HCTS course to help public health professionals better understand and use infectious disease modeling.

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Exploring Dental Hygienists' Insights and Approaches to HPV Vaccination

The CHC co-authored a new article in Human Vaccines & Immunotherapeutics focused on oral health professionals' knowledge, attitudes, and practices regarding HPV vaccination to help prevent HPV-related oral cancers.

Family Centered Care
NEW HCTS COURSE AVAILABLE
The Family-Centered Care: Enhancing Practices for Families with Young Children
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CHC Welcomes Assistant Director - Programs

Introducing Dr. Ashley Garling, the CHC's new Assistant Director of Programs!

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Hiring — Assistant Director of Programs (CLOSED)

The CHC is hiring an Assistant Director of Programs to provide day-to-day leadership and oversights of the CHC's portfolio of projects and campaigns. This position has been filled.

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CHC Welcomes Program Coordinator/Marketing Specialist

Please welcome Saakshi Kamalahasan, the CHC's new program coordinator and marketing specialist.

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Hiring - Program Coordinator/Marketing Specialist (CLOSED)

The CHC is hiring a Program Coordinator/Marketing Specialist for the Father's Playbook project. This position has been filled.

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HCSP Grant-Writing Workshop Announced

The Health Communication Scholars Program virtual grant-writing workshop is scheduled for October 18, 2024 at 10:00 a.m. CT.

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HCSP Grant Awardees Named

The Health Communication Scholars Program funded three proposals this year. Congratulations to these students on funding their exciting health communication projects.