Webinar | Increasing Access to Healthy Foods |
May 2
Building and Maintaining Store
Owner Relationships to Increase Access to Healthy Foods in Underserved
Communities
Time: Noon – 1 p.m.
Date: May 2
This webinar aims to:
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Describe
different strategies to make the business case for healthy food retail
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Share
merchandising and pricing strategies to support successful implementation of a
healthy food retail initiative and bring value to the store owner
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Utilize
monetary and nonmonetary incentives to build store owner support, as well as
store owner capacity for long-term sustainability
Register here.
Healthy
Eating and Active Living Coffee Talks | May 3
Planning for
Population Health Coffee Talks
Time: 8:30-9:30 a.m.
Date: May 3
Building
Relationships with Planners
In
May, we will continue to dig into the topic of how to build a
relationship with planners and understand the role public health can play in
planning. Hally Turner, Washington County, and Kassy Nystrom, Hennepin County,
will start the conversation by sharing their experience and what they
have learned. Kassy and
Hally have been involved in both the public health and planning fields and have
some great insights from their work to bridge the two.
The calls provide a platform for SHIP
grantees to share information and best practices with other professionals on
the planning field around comprehensive plans, master plans, community planning
and land use across Minnesota.
The calls are
organized by the MDH Healthy Eating and Active Living Team. Grab a cup of
coffee and join us May 3.
Call-in Details:
Toll-free number: 1-888-742-5095
Conference Code: 9821141691
SHIP Statewide Meeting
Date: July 26-27
Location: Eagan Community Center, 1501 Central Parkway, Eagan
Call
for Presentations
Conference Objectives:
1. Showcase local community
accomplishments
2. Expand understanding, skills and confidence
to advance health equity work
3. Provide opportunities for networking
4. Build links between local, regional and
statewide work
5. Generate ideas for working with partners
to assure sustainability
Presentation Guidance:
Breakout sessions will be 75 minutes.
There are 30 breakout sessions available; half are reserved for
SHIP grantees and half for MDH staff and technical assistance providers.
Presentations that partner grantees with each other, with MDH
staff and/or technical assistance providers are encouraged.
Consider ways to bring skill-building, experiential or active
learning to your presentation. Some suggestions might be to incorporate small
group activities, brainstorming, role-playing, panels, voting, fishbowl
conversations or asking questions of the group.
When sharing a project, explain the steps to take, so others
might more easily replicate your approach.
Your session proposal should include at least one of the
following:
- Community engagement:
involving the population whose health you are striving to improve in the
design, decision-making and implementation of your work
- Sustainability of SHIP work
- Strengthening the capacity
of communities
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Barriers to implementing
SHIP with communities experiencing health inequities
Implementing multiple strategies in a single setting
- Skill-building content, such
as how to use data to determine your work, using social media well and
focus groups 101
Submitting
your presentation proposal
All proposals must be received by 4:30 p.m., Friday, April 28.
Use this link to go to the submission page: https://survey.vovici.com/se/56206EE32DD62549
Once all of the proposals are received, they will be organized
by topic and by presenter affiliation - grantee, MDH or TA provider and other -
then reviewed and ranked by a group of SHIP grantees and MDH staff recruited by
the SHIP Planning Unit. Proposals will be ranked based on inclusion of the
criteria above.
You will learn if your proposal has been accepted by May 12.
Feel free to ask the SHIP Planning Unit staff for assistance in
drafting your proposal, recruiting co-presenters for your session and/or
designing your presentation.
Contact: health.makingitbetter@state.mn.us
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Vital and Vibrant Communities: The Power of Walkability
Date: Sept. 13-15
Location: Intercontinental Saint Paul Riverfront, 11 E. Kellogg
Boulevard, Saint Paul
America Walks and the Every Body Walk! Collaborative are excited
to announce the 2017 National Walking Summit, “Vital
and Vibrant Communities: The Power of Walkability.” The
National Walking Summit explores the benefits walking and walkability can
provide to an individual and community. For the 2017 National Walking Summit,
the conference will expand what is meant by the term “healthy” to include not
only physical health, but also social, economic and civic health. Walkability
is at the cornerstone of creating neighborhoods that are vital and vibrant,
allowing all members of a community to enjoy health, social and economic
benefits in a variety of forms. The conference agenda can be viewed here: http://walkingsummit.org/2017-program-agenda.
Early bird registration is available until July 14 at a rate of
$375. Get registration information here.
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America Walks is offering
100 scholarships to the conference. Learn more and apply for the
scholarship here.
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The National Physical
Activity Society also offers scholarships to the Walk Summit. Learn more here.
The Minnesota
Department of Education (MDE) Food and Nutrition Service is excited to announce
that registration is open for the 2017 School Lunch Scramble. Three
opportunities are available for participation:
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In-person conference style training at MDE in
Roseville, June 13-14.
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Regional trainings at four educational service
cooperatives in Greater Minnesota, August 14-15.
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Webinar from any webinar capable computer, August
14-15.
Session
descriptions and registration information is available on the Training: School
Nutrition Programs webpage.
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Breastfeeding Management & Counseling for the Health
Care Team: A Deep Dive
Time: 9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Date: May 25
Place: Holiday Inn, 200 W 1st St., Duluth
Cost: $80/person
This continuing education event provides lactation training
for health care providers to address breastfeeding management needs in
hospitals, clinics, community and tribal settings. We'll provide great
information for SHIP grantees and their health care partners.
Additional information about the event and registration will
be posted to the MBC website events page at www.mnbreastfeedingcoalition.org
Questions? mnbfcevents@gmail.com
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May is National Bike Month, sponsored by the League of American
Bicyclists and celebrated in communities from coast to coast.
Established in 1956, National Bike Month is a chance to showcase
the many benefits of bicycling — and encourage more folks to give biking a
try.
Bike Month is a way for coalitions, CLTs and partners
to encourage people to take advantage of how SHIP work has made
biking easier in communities across Minnesota.
National Bike to Work Week 2017 will be held on May 15-19. Bike
to Work Day is May 19.
A Bike Month guide, promotional materials and fact sheets can be
found here to
help you and your partners plan a strategic event during Bike Month.
The CHOICES team is now accepting applications from
state, city and county health agencies to partner together to examine the cost
effectiveness of selected childhood obesity initiatives. The expected
impact of this partnership will be to engage decision makers and promote
discussion and action to ensure that more of our scarce local, state and
national public health resources are directed towards more cost-effective
interventions.
Local health agencies representing one of the
following three geographic areas are eligible to apply:
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States
- Large Cities (with populations of 500,000 or more)
- Large Counties (with populations of 1 million or
more)
The partnership will run from July 2017 to June 2018,
and the CHOICES team intends to fund up to four health agencies during this
12-month project period. Monetary assistance will be available (contingent
upon funding) at an expected average of $50,000 per awardee. Note
that the size of the award may vary based on project scope and
awardees.
Download
Application & FAQs >
Important Dates:
Time: 2-3 p.m.
Date: May 3 – FAQ Webinar
Join via Webex
using Meeting Number 192 095 638.
Audio is available through your computer or via phone
at 1-415-655-0001; Access Code 192 095 638. Please allow several minutes for
your computer to download the Webex software if necessary. As space is limited,
please select one person to participate in the call as a representative for
your agency.
If you have issues accessing this page, visit webex.com and select
“Join” in the top right corner.
May 31, 2017 at 4 p.m. – Application due
June 15, 2017 – Awardees notified
Statewide registration is now open for the four remaining trainings
for Walk! Bike! Fun! Please pass along the following registration information
to teachers and community educators. We welcome physical education and health
teachers, classroom teachers, law enforcement, park and rec, community ed,
healthcare, youth organizations, after-school care programs - it's wide
open.
https://wbf-migrantschools-sartell.eventbrite.com
https://wbf-eagan.eventbrite.com
https://wbf-grandrapids.eventbrite.com
https://wbf-crookston.eventbrite.com
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Safe Routes to School Network Calls
Time: 10-11 a.m.
Date: Third Thursday of every month
Calls are for all partners working on Safe Routes activities.
Future agendas and webinar information are found on the website:
http://www.dot.state.mn.us/mnsaferoutes/news/network_calls.html
Archived calls can also be found on the website.
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The US Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has
release a set of new resources to assist PHA staff and residents as they
transition to smoke-free living. Resources include five new fact sheets:
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Smoke-Free Policy Recommended Checklist
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Recommended 18-Month Timeline
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PHA Staff Tips
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This is a Smoke-Free Building!
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Getting Ready to Go Smoke Free!
You can access these new resources here.
MDH and the tobacco TA providers have recently added these,
and other new resources, to the Minnesota smoke-free public housing web portal
at www.sfpublichousingmn.org. We
encourage grantees to utilize and share these resources with PHA staff and
residents. As always, if you have questions or need additional support, feel
free to reach out to your tobacco TA providers!
The Consortium
recently released its
Spring Legal Update. It focuses on the
disproportionate impact of tobacco use on vulnerable populations. This
issue features organizations, individuals and resources all dedicated to
addressing tobacco-related health inequities, including individuals suffering
from behavioral health and substance use disorders, low socioeconomic
populations and other groups.
ChangeLab Solutions and CounterTobacco.org have developed an
easy-to-use infographic, "How to Reduce Tobacco Retailer Density and
Why," to illustrate five ways communities can reduce the number and
density of local tobacco stores.
New
Infographic from ChangeLab Solutions and CounterTobacco.org: How to Reduce
Tobacco Retailer Density
Reducing the density and number of tobacco retailers is a
promising strategy for decreasing tobacco use, curbing exposure to tobacco
marketing and promoting health equity. This user-friendly resource provides
talking points and key information to get people started on retailer density
reduction. Residents, advocates and decision makers can use this infographic
and ChangeLab Solutions’ related resource, the Tobacco Retailer Licensing
Playbook, to learn why addressing tobacco retailer density is important and to
help them pick the best strategies for their community.
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Time: 7 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Date:
May 19
Location: Lakewood Evangelical Free
Church, 6284 Fairview Road, Baxter
This year’s theme of
“Celebrate Lifestyle Change” will feature keynote speaker Traci Mann, PhD,
psychology professor and author of Secrets from the Eating Lab, who will
debunk the mystery of successful lifestyle change.
This event will celebrate the
hundreds of participants and coaches in the Brainerd Lakes Area who have been
working on their own personal lifestyle transformations through the Lifestyle
Change Classes hosted by Crow Wing Energized. Be inspired by hearing their
personal stories and celebrating the impact these classes are having on our
community.
Additional information will be
provided during breakout sessions on:
- Promoting
health and movement in the workplace
- Opportunities
to be active in our communities
- How
adverse childhood experiences can affect you over your lifespan
- Gratitude....How
it can change your life
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How
to eat right when money's tight
- Matter
of Balance
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Quitting
tobacco
- Community
gardens and farmers markets
- Leaving a legacy
In addition, a brief update on
the progress of Crow Wing Energized, a grassroots community health movement led
by Crow Wing County Community Services and Essentia Health, will be provided.
Participants will enjoy a
continental breakfast and lunch. Registration is first come, first served for
this free energizing event. Register online today at CrowWingEnergized.org.
Health: A Team Sport
Date: May 8-10
Host: The Minnesota Public Health Association
Location: Minneapolis Marriott Northwest, 7025 Northland Drive, Brooklyn
Park
This conference will be beneficial for anyone interested in
transforming health care and improving health in the community.
Check out the complete line-up of breakout sessions, keynoters
and other program features in the detailed
program. CME accreditation, objectives and intended audience
information can be found here.
To register click here.
Any SHIP rural health heroes out there?
Nominations are being accepted for 2017
Minnesota Rural Health Awards (PDF).
Nominate someone for one of three award categories: Rural Health
Hero, Team and Lifetime Achievement and Emerging
Rural Health Leader Award (PDF).
Awards will be announced at the 2017
Minnesota Rural Health Conference
June 19 and 20.
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Health Equity Data Analysis (HEDA) | School Wellness Policy
Time: 8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
May 4
Metro
Northern
Service Center (Rooms 110A and 110B), One Mendota Rd. W., West St. Paul
May 11
Central | St. Joseph
St. Joseph Government
Center, 75 Callaway St. E, St. Joseph
Agenda
8:30 – 8:45 a.m. | Welcome and Introductions
Session Description
SHIP coordinators are encouraged to join this morning skill building workshop,
and include relevant local staff with data collection and analysis skills.
Grantees will learn from the experience of SHIP staff who completed the HEDA
pilot, and receive information on tools and resources to help them in getting
started with their health equity data analysis.
8:45 – 11:45 a.m.
Health
Equity Data Analysis (HEDA)
Participants will learn about the HEDA process, and increase
their understanding of the multiple strengths and skills needed to conduct a
HEDA
Participants will be introduced to an expanded idea of community
engagement and public narrative around health
Participants will learn about training plans and technical
assistance support in moving forward with their HEDA
11:45 a.m. – 12:45 p.m. | Lunch off-site
12:45 –
1 p.m. | CS Updates
Session Description
SHIP school coordinators are encouraged to join this afternoon skill building
workshop. This workshop will not only prepare SHIP school staff with the
knowledge and understanding of moving Local Wellness Policies forward within
the districts they partner with but it will also provide attendees the
opportunity to gear up for the 2017-2018 school year!
What to Bring:
Please bring a copy of a current local wellness policy for one of the districts
that you work with! This is public information and usually can be found
on the district’s website.
Also, bring your questions!
1 – 2:30 p.m.
Policy!
Policy! Policy! Workshop
Participants will be able to review a school wellness policy,
identifying both gaps and areas of improvement utilizing the final rule
requirements.
Participants will be able to discuss and problem solve current
school SHIP issues.
2:30 - 3:30 p.m.
Optional Session on Utilizing the School Health Index
(If you are new to SHIP or have new school partners, this session will
provide a quick overview of the School Health Index and the link to SHIP action
planning)
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Thank
you for attending the Making it Better Spring Regional Meeting. Please complete
the following evaluation to help MDH better plan for upcoming trainings and
technical assistance opportunities.
Your feedback is appreciated.
Begin the evaluation here.
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REDCap is now open to enter Reach and PSE data. You
can find the Guidance Document about how to enter Reach and PSE data, as well
as strategies and activities, here.
Reminder: The deadline for registering partner
sites is May 2. Both main and satellite site partners need to be entered. You can
enter all new partners here.
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Webinar | HEDA 1 – Getting Started
Time: 1-3 p.m.
Date: May 15
Host: OSHII Evaluation & Surveillance Unit
This webinar will provide support and information to grantees getting started
with their Health Equity Data Analysis including choosing a population and a
health outcome/behavior. This webinar will build off content presented at the
April/May Regional Meetings and continue to discuss community engagement and
health narratives.
To join the training session:
1. Go to https://health-state-mn-ustraining.webex.com/health-state-mn-ustraining/k2/j.php?MTID=t0f4f46422ac12fd448ed3ee1bd8cb3b6
2. Enter your name and email address.
3. Enter the session password: rMMqyj3?
4. Click "Join Now"
5. Follow the instructions that appear on your screen.
Call-in toll-free number: 1-888-742-5095 (US)
Conference Code: 982 114 1691
Webinar
| HEDA 2 – Expanding the understanding of health and diverse populations
Time: 1-3 p.m.
Date: June 6
Host: OSHII Evaluation & Surveillance Unit
This webinar builds on concepts from the first webinar,
especially health narratives. It will provide information and suggestions
regarding working with diverse populations.
To join the training session:
1. Go to https://health-state-mn-ustraining.webex.com/health-state-mn-ustraining/k2/j.php?MTID=t35569b8aac5f082b278bb03dcd8233e9
2. Enter your name and email address.
3. Enter the session password: Hshxbh?4
4. Click "Join Now"
5. Follow the instructions that appear on your screen.
Call-in toll-free number: 1-888-742-5095 (US)
Conference Code: 982 114 1691
HEDA
Webinar 3 – Conditions and Causes
Time: 1-3 p.m.
Date: June 28
Host: OSHII Evaluation & Surveillance Unit
This webinar will introduce the participant to collecting qualitative data, and
will explore differences in living and working conditions between populations,
and the causes of those differences.
To join the webinar:
1. Go to https://health-state-mn-ustraining.webex.com/health-state-mn-ustraining/k2/j.php?MTID=t50e3cfd670a021d4566802ea759f67a8
2. Enter your name and email address.
3. Enter the session password: XyYcrr*7
4. Click "Join Now"
5. Follow the instructions that appear on your screen.
Call-in toll-free number: 1-888-742-5095 (US)
Conference Code: 982 114 1691
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Date: Sept. 18-20
Location: Mystic Lake Casino Hotel, Prior Lake
This annual conference brings together tribal officials,
researchers, practitioners and more to discuss the current state of Indigenous
and academic scientific knowledge about Native nutrition and food science and
identify new areas of work.
A reception will be held in the evening of Sept.17.
Registration is expected to open this month.
Visit the conference website or
send an email to
learn more.
The conference is co-sponsored by the Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community and the University of Minnesota's Healthy Foods, Healthy Lives Institute.
Tribal Grantee Gathering
Date: May 31 & June 1
Location: Canal Park Lodge | 250 Canal Park Drive, Duluth, MN 55802 | 800.777.8560
AGENDA
Time: 1 - 4:30 p.m.
Date: May 31
• Success Stories
Time: 9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Date: June 1
• AICAF update
• Evaluation discussion Ryan
• Historical trauma and ACEs
Register here.
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