USOPHE Annual Conference 2026

The Utah Society of Public Health Education (USOPHE) is currently accepting abstract proposals for the 2026 annual conference.

The theme for this year’s conference is Knowledge to Action: Building Your Health Education Toolbox.

Join fellow health educators, researchers, and practitioners for our annual conference. This year's theme, "Knowledge to Action: Building Your Health Education Toolbox," focuses on building the essential skills for health education professionals by incorporating tangible skills into conference sessions that people can directly apply to their positions to enhance their work

We are excited to hear any and all ideas! Based on member feedback, suggested topics for potential presentations, workshops, and demonstrations include (but are not limited to):

• Communication (e.g., public speaking, writing, crucial conversations)

• Grant writing

• Leadership development

• Partnership and coalition building 

• Marketing (e.g., creating infographics, social marketing campaigns)

• Data analysis and interpretation

• Policy and advocacy

• Technology (i.e. AI, platforms like Qualtrics, Canva, Microsoft, Adobe, etc.)

• Professional well-being (e.g., self-care strategies, burnout prevention)

• Any ideas are welcome!

For more details and to submit an abstract proposal, see the Google form here.

Proposals are due by Tuesday, July 14TH, 2026 AT 11:59PM.

Questions? Contact communications@usophe.org