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Minnesota Public Health Association

Since 1907, MPHA has been dedicated to creating a healthier Minnesota through effective public health practice and engaged citizens. 

Welcome! MPHA invites anyone interested in public health to join our non-profit organization. Professionals from any background, and at any stage of their career are welcome! Public health encompasses an extremely broad range of disciplines and the diversity of our members strengthens the organization.

Policy & Advocacy and Health Equity Committees Intern

MPHA is looking for an intern who is passionate about making a difference in the public health community! This position is best suited for a graduate student; however, others may apply. We will be accepting applications on a rolling basis until December 14, 2023.

If you would like to gain more knowledge and experience in the public health field by working closely with diverse professionals from multiple sectors and disciplines, then this position is for you!

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Upcoming Events

December 14 - MPHA Coffee Chat

Whether you're a new or longtime member of MPHA or just someone who is interested in learning more about our organization, this event is for you!

Join us virtually on December 14, 2023 at 2:00 PM to learn more about MPHA, ways to get more involved, and connect with other public health professionals and students. 

We look forward to seeing you!

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Join the Membership & Communications Committee!

Looking for ways to get involved? Why not join the Membership & Communications Committee?

The committee focuses on membership development and recruitment. The committee is
co-chaired by Ellen Saliares, Past President and Dr. Tolu Oyelowo, Member at Large.
All are welcome! Join us for our next meeting.

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Join the Annual Conference Committee!

Enjoy event planning? Want to share your perspective with the public health community? Fan of our past Annual Conferences? All are welcome to join the Annual Conference Committee to plan the 2024 conference.

As a committee member, you will have the opportunity to help with a range of planning responsibilities, from program content to promotions, with varying time commitment levels. Join us for our next meeting!

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Get involved

A great way to get involved in MPHA is to join one of our formal committees or special interest groups!

You can choose to spend as little or as much of your time on participating in ongoing committee activities, attending meetings (conference call options available), or assisting with one-time projects and events.

Join a Committee!

About MPHA

Established in 1907, MPHA is a volunteer driven organization representing a broad spectrum of community and health professionals on behalf of the public. It is an organization where public health workers from multiple disciplines and sectors come together around shared values and goals. We engage and develop our members to mobilize the community to protect and improve the public’s health.

Learn more about us!

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Support MPHA!

Hear from three of our members on why they support MPHA!

Access & growth

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"Your money supports access. It supports community. And it supports the professional growth of people who are working in public health, making a difference."

Ellen Saliares

Community Engagement

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"From attending the annual conference to being a committee member, community engagement, community involvement, volunteer opportunities ...and connecting with people overall on a public health standpoint!"

DeAndre' Morris Jr.

Professional Development

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"MPHA is helping me develop as a professional and get ready for what I'm going to do next."

Delaine Anderson


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