Greetings, members, partners, & friends!

Due to the rapidly evolving COVID-19 pandemic, we are all in the midst of a very challenging time, and we know that our state and local members, and many of our partners are on the front line. We want to thank you for all you are doing in your state and communities—please know that you have our unwavering support.

Like everyone else, APHSA continues to closely track COVID-19 developments and guidance from public health officials in order to make every effort to safeguard the health and well-being of our staff, members, and partners. While we continue to plan for our 2020 National Health and Human Services Summit  currently scheduled for June 7-10 in Arlington, VA, as well as other APHSA events scheduled to take place later in the summer and fall, we are simultaneously making contingency plans should we not be able to convene. In the same spirit, we will remain flexible in regards to event deadlines as we move forward.

We are mindful of the influx of messages you are likely receiving during this unpredictable time that requires so many of us to keep in touch. We therefore plan to share weekly, touch-base updates pertaining to COVID-19, our events, and more through our newsletter, This Week In Washington , which is published on Fridays. If you do not currently receive This Week In Washington you can subscribe here . We will also provide updates on our events page and twitter account , a nd continue to provide any urgent messages directly to your inbox.

If you have any questions or concerns, events-related or other, please feel free to contact Jessica Garon , Director of Communications.