Full course description
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This recorded training will introduce learners to key concepts of community partnerships including: why partnerships are essential for public health, the role of power and power-building in community partnerships, components of strong partnership infrastructure, and strategies and tools that can be implemented to advance community partnerships.
This training was recorded in May 2026.
Note on Accessibility: This training includes closed captions, a written transcript, and a copy of the slides.
Audience
Public health professionals in all settings that are interested in learning about community partnerships
Learning Objectives
- Explain how community partnerships are essential in improving community health
- Identify key aspects of community partnerships, including power-building and shared self-interest
- Analyze and use tools and strategies to advance community partnerships
Instructors
Lesley Wolf, Envision Director of Programs, University of Wisconsin Population Health Institute
Soraya Willems-Neal, Outreach and Facilitation Specialist, University of Wisconsin Population Health Institute
Salma Abadin, MPH, UWPHI Public Health Infrastructure Grant Project Director, University of Wisconsin Population Health Institute
Sponsors
This training was developed by the Region V Public Health Training Center and the University of Wisconsin Population Health Institute.
The Region V Public Health Training Center is supported by the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) under grant number UB6HP31684 Public Health Training Centers ($940,000). This information or content and conclusions are those of the author and should not be construed as the official position or policy of, nor should any endorsements be inferred by Region V PHTC, HRSA, HHS or the U.S. Government.
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