In-person program begins at 11:00 AM at the Georgia State Capitol. With virtual access the webinar starting at 12:00 PM

https://www.hhcga.org/news-post/cervical-cancer-awareness-day-2026

Georgia's 9th Annual Cervical Cancer Awareness Day will convene at the State Capitol on Thursday, January 15, 2026. The event brings together legislators, healthcare providers, researchers, and community advocates to address cervical cancer prevention through education, policy discussion, and collaborative action. Registration is now open for both in-person and virtual attendance. https://gsu-edu.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_n90c9OadSa-aV5Kh5WBBKw

Boston Convention Center, Boston, MA 02210 (with virtual access worldwide)

www.hhcga.org/news-post/long-covid-international-conference-2025

⚠️ Registration closes September 19, 2025. With limited time remaining, don’t miss your chance to join this important hybrid event in Boston or online. 👉 Register before the deadline‍

https://virology.eventsair.com/long-covid-international-conference-2025/main-registration/Site/Register

Twiggs County Health Department, 26 N Main St, Jeffersonville, GA 31044‍

Free community event where families can receive hands-on car seat safety checks by certified technicians. Open to all families‍. Appointments welcomed.

Fire Station 1, 693 Juliette Road, Forsyth, GA 31029‍

Free car seat safety check event for families in Forsyth County. Certified technicians will provide installation guidance and bilingual education. Open to all families, Appointments welcomed.

DeKalb County Board of Health, 445 Winn Way, Decatur, GA 30030‍

Join Grady Hospital for a Community Conversation as part of the 2025 Community Health Needs Assessment. Residents of Fulton and DeKalb Counties are invited to share their voices and perspectives to help shape future health priorities. Space is limited to 40 participants. Compensation includes a meal and a $20 gift card.

Macon-Bibb County Health Department, 1600 Forsyth Street, Macon, GA 31201‍

Free car seat safety check in Macon-Bibb on Sept. 26.

Follow-up meeting evaluating July forum outcomes and advancing DeKalb County behavioral science initiatives.

Planning session for HHCGA and DPH participation in the National Conference on Tobacco or Health (NCTOH).

Recognition event for CHWs and promotores highlighting leadership in community wellness.

Training session improving statewide access to health services and resources.

Safety coalition meeting focusing on injury prevention and family wellness.

Athens, GA

Annual roundtable focused on prostate cancer awareness, prevention, and survivorship resources.

Middle Georgia State University, Macon, GA

Discussion on improving access to cancer screenings and treatment options for Georgia residents.

Public health campaign promoting maternal and infant health across Georgia.

Grace Clinic, Clarkston, GA

Community collaboration with Grace Clinic and Georgia State University to support healthcare access and student engagement.

Forum exploring behavioral science’s impact on minority population health strategies.

National CEAL Forum discussing collaborative research and community engagement in Georgia and across the U.S.

Statewide call discussing the impact of diabetes on Hispanic and Latino communities.

Meeting addressing social factors influencing health outcomes in DeKalb County.

Meeting examining the influence of behavioral science on public health decision-making.

Meeting focused on expanding healthcare access for all Georgia communities.

Columbus, GA

Annual statewide meeting of the Community of Practice network featuring knowledge exchange, videos, and panel discussions.

Savannah, GA

HHCGA participated in the GMA Annual Conference—'Healthy Cities, Strong Communities'—showcasing the public health power of local governments.

Training program hosted by CDC, GDPH, and HHCGA focused on evidence-based lifestyle interventions for diabetes prevention and control.

Celebration honoring cancer survivors and their caregivers through educational sessions and community support activities.

Day dedicated to recognizing community health workers and promotores, with advocacy training and peer networking.

Coordination meeting with the Georgia Department of Public Health focused on improving tobacco-related health outcomes.

Committee meeting on improving health outcomes for patients affected by HPV and HIV.

Partnership meeting focusing on data sharing and research collaboration.

Partnership meeting advancing HPV vaccination awareness and outreach.

Public health discussion on the opioid crisis and its impact on Georgia communities.

Collaborative meeting with municipal leaders discussing public health integration in local policy.

Program Year 6 progress update and contractor collaboration session under GTUPP.

Morehouse University / Emory University

Academic panel discussion featuring Dr. Marconi and Dr. Quarles on public health collaboration.

Georgia State University, College of Law, Atlanta, GA

Meeting to share progress and strategies for advancing health-focused community engagement initiatives.

Training hosted with the American Cancer Society to educate health equity ambassadors on outreach strategies.

Safety coalition meeting focusing on preventing childhood injuries and promoting safe community practices.

Mercer University, Macon, GA

Adjunct teaching session for Mercer medical students highlighting HHCGA’s community health initiatives.

Mercer University, Macon, GA

HHCGA’s annual community health fair providing free screenings, educational resources, and family wellness activities.

Collaborative meeting to strengthen Georgia’s tobacco-free and clean air initiatives with partner organizations.

Event supporting cancer survivors and advancing discussions on survivorship programs in Georgia.

Working group session focused on cancer survivorship care coordination and best practices under the GC3 network.

Educational initiative promoting HPV vaccination and prevention across Georgia.

Birmingham, AL

National gathering of CEAL partners to discuss collaborative public health initiatives and research outcomes.

Official launch of the iQuit Mindfully program under the Vida Sana initiative promoting tobacco cessation and mental wellness.

Emory University, Atlanta, GA

Conference hosted at Emory University with participation from over ten universities, focusing on cancer prevention and control.

Launch meeting for the DeKalb CHIP Steering Committee under DKP partnership.

Georgia State Capitol, Atlanta, GA

Annual state event highlighting cervical cancer prevention and policy awareness at the Georgia Capitol.

In partnership with HHCGA, sixteen promotores were trained as part of the Día de la Mujer initiative.