The MPHTC newsletter will provide timely updates, information on upcoming trainings, events, resources, and more! | | Trainings & Learning Opportunities | | |
Bridging the Gap: Delivering Equitable Health Services with People with Disabilities
This two-part series aims to provide information and resources for how to improve equitable health care and health promotion services with people with disabilities. With local disability advocates as co-presenters, the discussion will explore 1) barriers to health care and chronic disease prevention among people with disabilities, 2) how to capture disability status and use that information to identify needed supports in patient-centered planning, 3) how to plan for accessibility assessments and implement program and policy solutions that lead to improved accessibility of your health care facility, and 4) where to find resources of local disability organizations and accessibility tools.
Training Team: Mackenzie Jones, Meg Traci, Erin Bley, Isaac Baldry, and Jed Barton
Dates: 11/19/25 and 12/3/25
Time: 12:00PM-1:00PM MT
Location: Zoom
Register: MPHTC Portal
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Coming Soon!
Budgeting with Excel - a series of asynchronous learning modules that will guide participants through building and managing budgets and leveraging Excel functionality for structure and consistency.
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SPCHS Fall Seminar Series
The School of Public and Community Health Sciences invites us all to join the fall Seminar Series on Mondays at 2pm MT.
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With the official launch of the UM-TAC program on October 1st, we are proud to begin serving as the primary technical assistance providers for prevention specialists across Montana. We are looking forward to sharing the incredible work being done by the prevention specialists in building healthier communities throughout the state.
As we prepare to roll out our Connected Communities membership, we are excited to offer a new platform where prevention specialists can connect not only with each other, but also with local health departments and providers to strengthen collaboration and advance public health efforts.
If you are a Connected Communities member, please keep an eye out for our “Advancing Misuse Prevention in Montana” community, where you will find opportunities to engage, share resources, and collaborate on impactful initiatives.
If you are not a member but you are interested in supporting or joining substance misuse prevention efforts, please reach out to Kristen Cram or Maria Hamm. We would love to connect!
To learn more about the UM-TAC program, explore upcoming events, or access our growing library of prevention resources, please visit our website.
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Well on the Way - Montana's workplace wellness roadmap
In Montana, long drives are how we live and connect. Workplace wellbeing is similar - not a quick fix, but a steady trip with scenic views and timely refuels. Well on the Way uses that road-trip metaphor to make culture change clear, doable, and a little more fun. Become a Wellness Navigator and travel at a pace that fits your team.
Next Wellness Waypoints
November 13 - Social Connection: Practical ways to boost belonging at work
November 24 - Gratitude Sound Meditation: Restorative reset for busy teams
Jump In:
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The new Public Health Jobs Board received 1,435 views in the month of October alone!
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Let us help you fill open positions!
Our new Public Health Jobs Board is attracting job seekers from across the state, and beyond!
This new tool includes enhanced features including filters and keyword searches to assist job seekers in our state.
Do you have a position you would like posted on our board? It's easy (and free!) to submit a job using our Create a Job Posting Form.
Searching for a student or intern?
We work closely with faculty and advisors in the School of Public and Community Health Sciences. We can help connect you with graduate students looking for applied practicum projects or internships. Simply fill out the form and we will help notify interested students and make connections.
| | Public Health in the Schools Initiative | | |
MFPE Educators Conference
Our team was excited to attend the MFPE Educators Conference in October, where we connected with teachers who share our enthusiasm for this initiative. Together, we explored the curriculum, discussed barriers and challenges to implementation, and generated ideas for next steps. We're so grateful for the opportunity to learn from and collaborate with educators across the state!
TRAIN Montana
We are in the final steps of converting our curriculum to TRAIN Montana. Soon, we will be ready to share the teacher guides, slide decks, career spotlight videos, student worksheets, and resources for our six comprehensive units. Stay tuned for an update on how to access the curriculum and share it with others.
Want to get involved? We would love to talk with you! Email us at mphtc@mso.umt.edu.
| | Notes from our Partners in Public Health | | |
Annual Association Meetings
You are invited to join the Montana Environmental Health Association (MEHA) for its Annual Association Meeting on December 11 at 12:30p. Register now.
You are invited to join the Montana Public Health Association (MPHA) for its Annual Association Meeting on December 17 at 12:00p. Register now.
Award Nominations for Confluence Annual Awards Luncheon
Confluence Public Health Alliance (AMPHO, MEHA, MPHA) will be holding the annual public and environmental health conference at the Billings Hotel and Convention Center, April 14 - 16, 2025. This year’s theme is “Plains to Peaks: Uniting for a Healthier Montana.”
The best of public and environmental health will be celebrated during the Annual Awards Luncheon on Wednesday, April 15.
MEHA and MPHA invite you to nominate coworkers, colleagues, fellow collaborators, or anyone else you know who contributes to public and environmental health in Montana.
Please submit by January 16.
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Invitation: Join Montana 21C Communications & Environmental Health Subgroups
Montana 21C is now moving into the action phase and your input is critical to our shared success. Please check your email for communication regarding two opportunities to engage with the Montana 21C: Strengthening Public Health Together:
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Communications Subgroup [second Tues of every month at 2pm via Teams] Next meeting: November 11th, Teams link.
- Focus: Messaging Montana 21C effectively, reviewing the communications plan, and developing a roadmap.
- Participants: Open to all interested staff.
Environmental Health Subgroup [third Monday of every month at 1pm via Teams] Next meeting: November 17th, Teams link.
- Focus: Addressing current and emerging environmental health issues, strengthening collaboration with public health, and exploring strategies to recruit and retain sanitarians.
- Participants: Local health officials, sanitarians, environmental health staff, university staff, state agency staff, and MEHA members are especially encouraged to join.
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Join Community Health Corps Montana
Serve full-time with organizations across Montana to strengthen communities and improve health outcomes. See the attached flyer for more information.
Community Engagement Grants
MTPHI's Community Engagement Grant applications are accepted on a rolling basis. Health departments may request up to $1,500 per award paid directly to vendors (unless otherwise requested). Health departments are eligible to divide this into multiple requests through June 30, 2025. Learn more & apply here: Community Engagement Grants
| | | | MCTRC was selected to be featured at the APHA 2025 National Convention in their APHA TV Spotlights. Check out this link to view the full video on the Center and the work being done. | | We welcome the opportunity to share announcements on behalf of your organization. Please email anna.kiley@mso.umt.edu if you have an announcement you would like us to include in future newsletters. | |
Seeking Subject Matter Experts
We are looking for new voices to share their knowledge and expertise! If you are interested in providing a training, please reach out to us.
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