Health related events, religious holidays or other observances which might impact clinical care of immigrants and refugees.
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- For a comprehensive list of religious events, check out this world religion Interfaith Calendar.
Upcoming Events and Holiday
Hispanic Heritage Month
National Hispanic Heritage month is a celebration of the histories, cultures and contributions of American citizens whose ancestors came from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean and Central and South America. Americans observe this recognition September 15 to October 15.
Nurturing Our Emotional Well-Being (Ethiopian)- every Monday
Every Monday, you can get advice from a health professional on how to nurture your emotional well-being.
The Interpreter’s Menu: Terms, Tech, and Traditions in Clinical Nutrition Live Online Workshop
This practical workshop prepares interpreters to communicate confidently in nutrition-related encounters, from specialized diets to enteral and parenteral feeding, through expert instruction and realistic clinical examples.
Indigenous Peoples Day
On Indigenous Peoples’ Day, Americans honor the first inhabitants and the Tribal Nations of the United States. We celebrate and honor indigenous American peoples and commemorates their histories and cultures.
Ongoing Event: AI with Intention- Tools and Judgment for Public Health Communicators
Hosted by the Public Health Communications Collaborative, "0n-demand" drop in course will help you build the knowledge, ethical grounding, and practical skills public health communicators need to integrate AI into communication workflows in ways that strengthen quality, equity, and public trust.
Washington State Public Health Association (WSPHA) Conference
This is the largest umbrella organization for public health professionals in the state. It is a joint event focusing on public health policy and practices. Washington State Public Health Association (WSPHA) will be combining forces with the WA State Environmental Health Association.
Language Access Under Pressure: Immigration, Federal Policy, and Professional Practice- CEU’s
Because meaningful participation in these institutions depends on effective communication, language access has increasingly been recognized within human-rights and civil-rights frameworks and as a fundamental requirement of equitable public service. Recent federal policy shifts, however, have weakened important elements of the administrative framework supporting these commitments.
Monthly Parenting Workshops -Samawado Women’s Health- HYBRID
The Samawado Women's Health & Wellness is a community-based organization in South King County dedicated to the health and well-being of racialized immigrant and refugee women. Founded by Ayan Mohamed Ali, an MPH graduate, it bridges the gap in care caused by health disparities and systemic racism in the healthcare system.
Improving Short-Term Memory and Focus for Interpreters – 3 CEUs
Sharpen your skills with this hands-on workshop designed for interpreters at all levels — whether you're just starting out or a seasoned professional. This interactive session focuses on strengthening two critical interpreting abilities: short-term memory and focused attention.
Rethinking How We Talk About Public Health and Democracy
This free webinar is hosted by American Public Health Association. Public health relies on a functioning, inclusive, and participatory democracy. And healthy people are better able to participate in voting, civil dialogue, and ongoing involvement.
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