ASPHN IN ACTION
At ASPHN, there’s always something going on! Stay connected on all the latest happenings and don’t miss a single opportunity by visiting our home page for updates.
ASPHN CELEBRATES
Did you know ASPHN runs an outreach campaign to raise awareness for the value of public health nutrition? The marketing initiative—called See It. Say It. Share It.—offers a collection of catchy and positive sound bites that communicate the benefits we bring to our communities. The site features downloadable posters and graphics and houses our Public Health Nutrition Hall of Fame. Learn more and start using the sound bites today!
MEMBER SPOTLIGHT
We’re shining a light on Cate Reilly, MPH, our 2025-2026 Student Board Representative, who recently reminded us that our first public health nutrition job does not have to follow one prescribed path. Cate shared four practical reminders for students and early-career professionals on ASPHN’s social media channels. Save these ideas for your next job search!
ENHANCE YOUR PRACTICE
If you’re looking for new partners in public health nutrition, tune into last month’s Aisles of Opportunity webinar recording to hear about innovative retail-based nutrition interventions like Food as Medicine, in-store education, and strategies that support healthier choices. Hear what’s working, explore what can be scaled, and discover new ways to strengthen nutrition outcomes together.
GET ACTIVE
Attention mid-career ASPHN members! If you’re looking for ways to strengthen your leadership skills in a small-group environment, be sure to apply for the 2027 ASPHN Courage in Leadership cohort. The program runs from Jan 21 through July 15, 2027 and you don’t need to hold a formal leadership title to apply. Grow your confidence, deepen emotional intelligence, build meaningful connections, and gain communication skills. The application period opens November 16.
ASPHN IMPACT
Are you navigating change, managing difficult conversations, or looking for fresh inspiration in your work? You don’t have to figure it all out alone. Discover how ASPHN’s 2026 Connection Café helped members explore leadership challenges, exchange practical ideas, and build meaningful professional connections—and why you’ll want to be part of the conversation in 2027.
COLLABORATION CORNER
ASPHN’s partner, the Food Service Guidelines Collaborative (FSGC), is launching the Healthy Hospitals Foods Network on November 20. This quarterly peer learning community for professionals will be leading the work to build healthier food environments in hospitals and healthcare settings. ASPHN’s Shana Patterson Holland will be a session moderator. Get details and register using the link below.
MEMBERSHIP IN ASPHN
At ASPHN, we strengthen nutrition policy, programs and environments for all people through the development of public health nutrition leaders and the collective action of our members nationwide. To accomplish our mission, we provide state and national leadership on food and nutrition policy, programs and services to our membership. Your active participation in ASPHN can keep you and your state on the cutting edge. Stay abreast of emerging public health nutrition issues and strategies; form new connections and partnerships with others professionals; influence important public policy and strengthen your leadership skills with ASPHN.
INTERESTED IN MEMBERSHIP?
Do you perform state-level public health nutrition duties in your state department of health, human services, education, agriculture, aging or tribes? You can join ASPHN at no cost if your state pays annual dues! If you aren’t affiliated at the state-level, you can still join ASPHN! Membership starts at $25 for students and $50 for professionals. Learn More…
CONNECT WITH OUR MEMBERSHIP
ASPHN has members in all U.S. states and territories. Our membership directory lists all of our members, their state, program and contact details. Use the directory to find peers and build connections that will strengthen your own work in public health nutrition. Browse the Directory…
SIGN-UP CORNER
This quick list of opportunities helps you make the most of your ASPHN membership. Never miss a sign-up. Simply click on the titles below to access details!