National Health Education Week – October 20-24, 2025
Since 1995, SOPHE has led the National Health Education Week* (NHEW) celebration during the third week of October.
NHEW activities increase awareness of major public health issues and promote a better understanding of the role of health education and health promotion.
Join SOPHE, its chapters, members, and partners every October for events, webinars, and activities across the country.
*Initially in collaboration with the Department of Health and Human Services
Purpose
To increase national awareness on major public health issues and promote a better understanding of the role of health education.
NHEW Mission
To increase the awareness of health education specialists’ capacity in the community and schools and to promote the health of society.
NHEW Goals
- To provide support and resources for health education specialists and other health education professionals
- To train and educate the next generation of health education specialists
- To increase awareness of employers and other professionals of the valuable roles health education specialists play across sectors
2024 NHEW webinars available:
Artificial Intelligence and Health Education: Understanding Future Implications for the Profession
Nurturing Mental Wellness for a Healthier Tomorrow
Training Promotoras as Environmental Justice and Women’s Health Advocates
Health Literacy Game-Changers for Health Equity Champions
Workforce Development: Growing the Pipeline and Exploring Career Options
