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Welcome to our new website! Please forgive with us while we work out the remaining construction and kinks.
We've made some changes and we hope you like them!
If you have comments or difficulty finding content please email Program Coordinator, Alison Schneiger at alison@oregonmph.org.
Updated 7/05/2010
Requests for Proposals (RFP)
*NORTHWEST OREGON** VOLUNTEER ADMINISTRATORS ASSOCIATION
2010 NOVAA Conference
November 4, 2010
Conference Theme: "Volunteeronomics"
Proposal Due Date: Changed to July 9, 2010
The Northwest Oregon Volunteer Administrators Association (NOVAA), requests your participation in this conference to be held in Portland, Oregon. The conference is designed for volunteer managers who mobilize volunteers to support health care, public parks, libraries, youth activities, the environment, the aging and many more.
Our conference theme is, "Volunteeronomics" in reference to the economics of volunteerism and how the economy impacts volunteerism. Now is the time to submit proposals for the 90 minute workshops. A $100 Honorarium is available.
Focus areas: Measuring impact, outcomes, and assessing volunteer projects; New ways to work, train, and communicate using today's technology; Developing and supporting self-directed teams of volunteers; Developing effective volunteer advisory and board members; understanding, building, and managing program budgets; Demonstrating the value of volunteer resources to your agency; Best practices and strategies for volunteer managers; Recruiting and engaging entrepreneurial volunteers.
PROPOSAL CONTENT:Please submit the following information, in the order listed, numbering each item. The committee is looking for proposals that are interactive, innovative and offer activities that are supported by handouts or leaning aids. Proposals will be reviewed by the Annual Conference Program Committee, acknowledged upon submission, with notification of proposal status made by *July 31, 2009*.
1. Presenter's name, title, organization, mailing address, telephone numbers, fax number and email address
2. Title of session
3. Presentation instruction level -- Basic or Advanced Participants (3+ years experience)
4. Focus area
5. Write a 100-word description of your presentation to be used for conference advertising. The description should provide a clear overview of the session. Include training techniques and methods that will be used; at least 2 measurable learning objectives for the session and workplace application by volunteer managers.
6. Specify any audiovisual equipment needed, including flipchart, overhead projector, LCD, and screen.
7. Give a brief summary of presenter(s) qualifications and relevant experience. Include dates and topics of presentations at other conferences. List any formal education or training received and any publications or professional credentials. This information should not exceed 1 page.
SUBMIT PROPOSALS TO: ccookson@or.easterseals.com
SUBJECT LINE: NOVAA Conference Proposal 2010
New Resource: Profiles of Health Equity
Description: The Prevention Institute has launched Communities Taking Action: Profiles of Health Equity, an online database that highlights successful community efforts to increase health equity. The profiled communities promote racial and social justice through initiatives to prevent chronic disease, violence, and injury. The database includes 64 profiles in total, all plotted on an easy-to-browse google map.
Health Improvement Plan Community Input Survey
Date: Through July 2, 2010
Location: online survey, statewide input sought
Description: The Oregon Health Improvement Plan (HIP) Committee has been hosting Community Listening Sessions to gather input and add a regional and community perspective and voice to its work. You are invited to complete this survey if you have not been able to participate in one of the community sessions. Please visit this webpage to review information and access the survey: http://www.oregon.gov/DHS/ph/hpcdp/hip/index.shtml#Community_Input_Survey_
Public Health Matters Video Contest
Date/ Time: June 15 – August 15, 2010
Location: Statewide
Description: The Northwest Health Foundation is hosting an Oregon-wide PSA contest calling for 30-second public service advertisements (PSAs) that creatively demonstrate how our communities benefit from Oregon’s public health system and county health departments. The grand prize is $3000 and a private meeting with Oscar nominated director Gus Van Sant, and a chance for the winning PSA to air in select Oregon markets. The contest runs from June 15 – August 15 and is open to Oregonians of all ages and levels of experience.
To Enter: Entries may be submitted via the Community Health Priorities website, www.communityhealthpriorities.org
Epidemiology Biostatistics Section Mentoring Program
Description: The Epi-Biostat section of OPHA has formed a workgroup to develop a mentoring program for public health professionals in Oregon. If you have ideas or suggestions for the workgroup, or would like more information, please contact Darcy Vavrek at dvavrek@uws.edu
You CAN be an even better grantwriter. For only $450* and 4 Saturdays this summer you can improve and advance your skills. The "Advanced Grantwriting" course is available to a select few who are ready to take their writing and success to the next level. Grant and nonprofit professionals will share their experiences -- learn what they consider to be the skills and knowledge needed to get funded in an increasingly competitive environment. Dates are June 26, July 17, July 31, August 21. 9am to 5pm
Topics include
OVERVIEW and GRANTWRITING STRATEGY
- HOW THE PROFESSION VIEWS GRANTWRITING
- TRENDS IN GRANTWRITING
- RESOURCES FOR GRANTWRITERS
- OVERVIEW OF OREGON FOUNDATIONS
- PLANNING YOUR PROPOSAL AND MAKING THE SECTIONS SUPPORT EACH OTHER
- ORGANIZATION STRATEGIC PLANNING AND GRANT PLANNING
NONPROFIT FINANCES
- UNDERSTANDING BASIC ACCOUNTING
- READING FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AND 990’s
- HOW FINANCIALS SHOW ORGANIZATIONAL HEALTH & STRENGTHEN YOUR PROPOSAL
- USING YOUR BUDGET TO SUPPORT YOUR PROGRAM NARRATIVE
PROGRAM EVALUATION
- UNDERSTANDING EVALUATION BASICS
- WRITING THE EVALUATION SECTION WHEN YOU’RE NOT AN EVALUATOR
- HOW TO USE LOGIC MODELS
SPECIALIZED GRANT TYPES
- FEDERAL GRANTS
- OTHER GOVERNMENT GRANTS
- GRANTS IN CAPITAL CAMPAIGNS
- CONGRESSIONAL EARMARKS
- RESEARCH GRANTS
Offered through the Institute for Nonprofit Management, the course can be taken non-credit or for-credit. Prerequisites are an introductory grantwriting class (PA 525/410) or experience writing successful grant proposals -- Instructor's approval required. If you do not yet have that experience, consider taking the basic Grantwriting course instead.
For more information, contact Sharon Hasenjaeger at PSU Institute for Nonprofit Management (503) 725-8221 or hasenjs@pdx.edu.
* For non-credit enrollment. Grad credit is $936 plus $41 fee, undergrad credit $450 plus $41 fee.
Join PSU Toastmasters and improve your public speaking and listening skills!
Do you give presentations for class or for work? Would you like to express your ideas coherently, ace that job interview, or speak more effectively before an audience? Toastmasters can help!
Toastmasters International, a non-profit educational organization, provides a proven way to gain necessary speaking and leadership skills and to build your confidence in a safe, positive environment. Get in on the ground floor of our new Toastmasters club! ALL ARE WELCOME.
Date: Every Wednesday evening
Time: 6pm, for 1 hour
Where: Portland State University, Room 611, 6th floor, College of Urban and Public Affairs,
SW 5th and Mill Street
Parking: best to park elsewhere and take MAX (Green or Yellow line) Urban Center stop
Contact: Yu Te, yupengte@gmail.com
More info on Toastmasters International: www.toastmasters.org or www.d7toastmasters.orgThe OPHA newsletter, Summer 2010 issue of The Advocate is now available online.
Enjoy!
Submissions for the fall newsletter are due by August 21.
New Course at PSU for Fall Quarter 2010
PA 410/510, Portland State University: Medicine in the Public and Private Spheres
Craig Wollner
The profession of medicine is a linchpin of the American "system" of health care, but its power and authority are sometimes out of proportion to their relative importance against other elements in the system. This course investigates the historical development of the medical profession in America with respect to its role and influence in the health care industry in both the public and private spheres. The course also reflects on the evolution of the hospital, which has developed as a significant arena for the assertion of medicine's preeminence in health care.
APHA Registration and Housing are Now Open!
Registration for the 2010 Annual Meeting is now open. Take advantage of early-bird discounts and register today at www.apha.org/meetings/registration. Complete your online registration and you will be linked to a housing form pre-populated with your contact information.
Discounted rates have been negotiated at 15 downtown Denver hotels. APHA attendees are able to view hotel photos and details on the APHA housing website. Make your reservation early to select the hotel of your choice. Reserve your room today at www.apha.org/meetings/housing.
Enhance your knowledge and exchange information on best practices, the latest research and newest trends in public health at this year's Annual meeting. For information on the great programming offered this year visit www.apha.org/meetings.
APHA 138th Annual Meeting and Exposition
November 6-10, 2010 - Denver, Colorado
For more information go to www.apha.org/meetings.
See you in Denver!
Oregon Public Health Association
66th Annual Meeting and Conference
Oregon State University ~ October 18 - 19, 2010
Call for Proposals
Join your public health colleagues in Corvallis on October 18 - 19 for the 66th Annual Meeting and Conference of the Oregon Public Health Association. These will be exciting and stimulating days devoted to education, networking, and shaping the future of public health in Oregon.
Abstracts are now being accepted for oral presentations as well as posters. Abstracts addressing all public health topics are welcome. Abstracts will be peer reviewed and accepted on the basis of the following criteria:
- Clarity and quality
- Usefulness of the topic to public health professionals
Instructions: To submit an abstract, use the online form on the Oregon Public Health Association website. The form may be accessed by clicking here. You can also locate the form by going to the Oregon Public Health Association homepage, www.oregonpublichealth.org, and clicking on the link for the Call for Proposals. All submissions must include learning objectives.
You do not need to be an OPHA member to present at the Conference. Presenters will be expected to register for the conference, however.
Deadline for abstract submissions is Wednesday, June 30, 2010.
We plan to notify presenters by July 31, 2010.
Questions? Contact:
Charlie Fautin, cfautin@hotmail.com, 541-766-6840 or
Marie Harvey, marie.harvey@oregonstate.edu, 541-737-3824
We look forward to seeing you in October!
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Meet Melissa Wei!
As a MPH student in the Epidemiology and Biostatistics track at OHSU, excelled in the area of research. Aside from her outstanding achievements at OHSU, Melissa has also impressed the public health community with her efforts as a research assistant at the Harvard School of Public Health.
Her research on calcium and magnesium intake and the risk of colorectal adenomas has important implications for cancer control and public health. She has a great passion for integrating nutrition and prevention principles into the practice of medicine. Melissa has a very bright future ahead of her as a nutritional epidemiologist and researcher, a future that is amply supported by her growing body of scholarly work.
