The “Power of Us”: Why You Belong in Portland
Update from SOPHE President Heidi Hancher-Rauch We’ve all felt it—the relentless pace…
The Strength of Gratitude: Lessons from the Frontlines
Let’s talk about COVID. I know, it’s all we talked about for five years, and many of us have…
Why History Matters for Health Equity
Update from SOPHE President Heidi Hancher-Rauch February is a busy month. Between…
Knowing Your Audience: How to Package the Importance of Mental Health in the Workplace
SOPHE member Nicole Batista is on the front lines of public health. Batista is the wellness…
Small Acts, Significant Impact: Setting Intentions for 2026
Update from SOPHE President Heidi Hancher-Rauch While I have never been one…
From Presence to Impact: LaVerne Partlow’s Approach to Community Health
LaVerne Partlow’s smile lit up the Zoom screen from the first moment we…
The Stories Behind the Data
Marajuana smoke. That is the first thing that Julia Alber smelled as she stepped into…
Don’t Shy Away from Religion & Politics: Engage with Courage & Compassion
Update from SOPHE President Heidi Hancher-Rauch It’s the time of year when…
Hindering Progress: HIV/AIDS Myths Persisting in Rural America
Fayth M. Parks, PhD World AIDS Day reminds us not only to…
Beyond Balance: The Intersections of Work, Family, and Self
I know many women who are professionals, amazing at their jobs, and…