LGBTQ+ Health Care Conference
2025-04-23 08:00 - 2025-04-24 17:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
Visible and Valued: Addressing Erasure in Health Care
In medicine and healthcare, LGBTQ+ voices are too often marginalized, overlooked or excluded entirely. This lack of representation impacts quality of care, reinforces health inequities, and leaves critical gaps in education and practice. For the 2025 LGBTQ+ Health Care Conference, we’re wokring to confront these issue, creating a platform for dialogue, learning, and actionable change.
By connecting voices from medicine, social work, education, and advocacy, the conference fosters interdisciplinary collaboration to address erasure at every level—education, clinical practice, policy, and community health.
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Oregon Nutrition Day
2025-04-24 08:30 - 16:30 | Knight Cancer Research Building, 2720 S Moody Ave, Portland, 97201, United States
This annual conference brings together health care providers, nutritionists, public health professionals and community-based organizations from around Oregon with a specific focus on the field of Developmental Origins of Health and Disease.
Every Oregon Nutrition Day we select a theme that is relevant to current events. This year the theme is “Food Access for All: Innovations in Nutrition and Accessibility”. As food insecurity remains an issue in our post-pandemic world, organizations continue to create innovative programs and methods to address this intransigent issue. This year our conference will showcase individuals and organizations innovating to address food insecurity, while providing a scientific background on the importance of food security to improve population health.
This year we are fortunate to have Marie Spiker, Ph.D., RDN, as our keynote speaker. Dr. Spiker is an Assistant Professor at the University of Washington School of Public Health in the Program in Food Systems, Nutrition and Health and Department of Epidemiology, who prepares students to join an evolving food systems workforce. Her research focuses on food security and how it’s impacted by food systems such as policy, governance and infrastructure, as well as system approaches for improving nutrition and reducing food loss and waste.
We are still finalizing our schedule, but so far, we have the Partners for a Hunger Free Oregon, Oregon Food Bank, Familia’s en Accion, OHSU Nourish Program, and the Yamhill County Hub of the Nutrition Oregon Campaign as organizations that will be present for our conference.

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National Health Equity Leadership Conference
2025-04-26 - 2025-04-27 | VIRTUAL, Portland, OR, United States
Join UAID – the nation’s oldest student 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to advancing health equity – for their Annual Health Equity Leadership Conference on April 26-27th!
This dynamic virtual event brings together passionate students and early career professionals from across the country to connect, collaborate, and lead the charge in addressing differences in healthcare access and health outcomes. Attendees will have the opportunity to showcase their work and talents through:

Community Health Needs Assessment Poster Presentations
Community Health Improvement Project Presentations
Case Study Competition

Don’t miss this chance to engage with changemakers, share research and innovative solutions, and take action for health equity! Abstract submissions for poster and project presentations are due by 11:59pm on March 8th.
For details on registration and abstract submission, visit uaid.org/conference

DOHaD Summer Course
2025-07-28 08:00 - 2025-07-30 17:00 | OHSU Knight Cancer Research Building, 2720 S Moody Ave, Portland, United States
The DOHaD Summer Course is designed for graduate students, post-doctoral fellows and early-career faculty who are interested in the long-term consequences of developmental programming. The course introduces participants to different perspectives within the field of DOHaD thru a series of lectures by nationally recognized researchers.
The Developmental Origins of Health and Disease (DOHAD) is a growing body of research that shows how gene-environment interactions, beginning in the womb, play a critical role in determining an individual’s life-long health profile.
This year our course we will be running in conjunction with the U.S DOHaD Society Annual Meeting. The Society is a regional group of the International DOHaD Society seeking to expand DOHaD research by exploring all facets of fetal origins and early life programming of health and disease. They also promote collaboration between disciplines and facilitate trainings and career development opportunities.
The theme for this year’s course is “Environmental Impact on Developmental Programming”. This year the course will be three days, with the third shared day acting as a trainee day for attendants of our DOHaD Summer Course and the U.S DOHaD Society Meeting. The theme of the career development day is “Beyond the Science” and will feature interactive sessions between speakers and trainees related to grant writing and review, presentation skills and different perspectives on career opportunities. Finally, the US DOHaD Society meeting will have “Beyond 1000 Days” as its theme and feature oral and poster sessions where the latest work is presented.
We are encouraging participants from our previous years to participate in this year’s course as this will be an exciting opportunity for collaboration with other researchers who are in different stages in their careers.
Registration closes Sunday, July 6th EOD.
2025 Date: July 28 – 30
Check-in begins at 8 a.m. on Monday.
Attendance disclaimer: Please arrange your schedule to ensure you can attend the course in full. The program’s schedule doesn’t allow for late arrivals or early departures. Plan to be on time.
July 28: 8:00-6:30 p.m.
July 29: 8:30-5:00 p.m.
July 30: 7:30-4:00 p.m.
Cost:
$225 for Summer Course Only
$370 for Summer Course and U.S DOHaD Conference (Trainee Member)
$690 for Summer Course and U.S DOHaD Conference (Non-Trainee Member)

OCEBHA's 2nd Annual Behavioral Health & Aging Conference
2025-09-16 13:00 - 17:00, 2025-09-17 08:00 - 17:00 | Boulder Falls Inn Event Center, 605 Mullins Dr., Lebanon, Oregon, 97355
The Oregon Center of Excellence for Behavioral Health and Aging (OCEBHA) presents its 2nd annual conference with the theme: Bridging Gaps, Building Resilience: New Frontiers in Geriatric Behavioral Health.
Join OCEBHA and leading professionals in the fields of geriatric care, mental health, substance use, and social services for skills-based sessions related to supporting the behavioral health needs of older adults across care settings.

The conference is free to attend.

Location & Dates
Boulder Falls Inn Event Center
605 Mullins Dr.
Lebanon, OR 97355
Tuesday, September 16 2025, 1pm-5pm
Wednesday, September 17 2025, 8am-5pm

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Session Information
ll sessions center older adults and aging, while also addressing intersecting topics such as: workforce policy, emergency department boarding, age-informed care, social isolation, suicide risk, screening and prevention, behavioral health, brain health, the latest research into antipsychotic medication, the complexities of self-neglect, and more.
There will be opportunities for networking, providing feedback on OCEBHA’s future initiatives, a resource marketplace, and skill-building that can apply to your work right away.
Those who might benefit from our conference the most includes care partners working in community mental health, long-term care, home and community based services, substance use treatment, primary care, hospital systems, and crisis response. Clinical providers, administrative staff, advocates, and researchers are all welcomed and encouraged to attend.

Age-Friendly Summit at PSU 2025
2025-09-18 08:30 - 17:30 | Portland State University – Smith Memorial Student Union, 1825 SW Broadway, Portland, OR, United States
The 2025 Age-Friendly Oregon Summit brings together policy makers, advocates for older adults and people with disabilities, livability and intergenerational advocates, as well as diverse Oregonians interested in making Oregon a great place for people of all ages and abilities. Summit goals are to:

Grow, strengthen, and celebrate Age-Friendly communities
Foster greater understanding of and accelerate adoption of age-friendly practices and policies

The summit will provide opportunity for participants to:

Learn about progress being made in Portland and around the state in making our communities great places to live and age well
Discover and explore new ideas, promising practices, and policies in housing, health, economic security, civic and social participation, equity, intergenerational connections, and other critical age-friendly domains
Connect with and be inspired by fellow Oregonians, advocates and thought leaders who are driving community change

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Pathways To Flourishing: Women's Health Conference
2025-10-11 10:00 - 16:00 | WSU – Vancouver Campus, 14204 NE Salmon Creek Ave, Vancouver, 98686, United States
Odyssey World International Education Services is thrilled to announce the Women’s Health Equity Conference: Pathways to Flourishing. This one-day event will bring together a diverse group of community leaders, health professionals, activists, and researchers to share, learn, and discuss strategies for advancing health equity for women, particularly women of color, in Clark County and beyond.
Our goal is to address the deep-rooted disparities that exist in healthcare for women and elevate solutions and strategies for positive change. Through thoughtful discussions, shared experiences, and collaborative work, we hope to build pathways to a flourishing future for all women in our community and elevate practices that advance health equity.

81st Annual OPHA Conference and Meeting
2025-10-14 08:00 - 2025-10-15 17:00 | Wingspan Event Center, 801 NE 34th Ave, Hillsboro, 97214, United States
Join us for the 81st Annual Conference and Meeting happening October 14 and 15, at the Wingspan Event Center in Hillsboro, Oregon.

Last year’s event brought together nearly 600 attendees and over 40 sponsors and exhibitors – and this year, it’s going to be even bigger and better. Don’t miss this incredible opportunity to connect with professionals from across Oregon, engage in timely conversations, and be part of the state’s most anticipated public health event of the year. Mark your calendar—we can’t wait to see you there!
What: 81st Annual Conference and Meeting
When: Tuesday, October 14th and Wednesday, October 15, 2025
Location: The Wingspan Event Center at Westside Commons
Address: 804 NE 34th Avenue, Hillsboro, Oregon 97124

The OPHA Annual Conference and Meeting is Oregon’s premier public health event, bringing together professionals committed to improving health outcomes across the state. Since 1944, this conference has served as a key platform for a broad range of public health professionals, including decision-makers, educators, policymakers, practitioners, researchers, nonprofit leaders, and students.
Conference attendees represent diverse fields, such as medicine, social work, epidemiology, community health, nursing, and more. Together, this collaborative community is united by a shared commitment to improving health outcomes, supporting public health research, and advancing efforts that promote access, well-being, and healthier communities across Oregon.
The OPHA Annual Conference is a must-attend event for anyone dedicated to building a healthier future. Join us for an inspiring two days of learning, networking, and idea-sharing – where new partnerships are formed and real-world solutions take shape.

OHSU Health Literacy Symposium
2025-10-16 11:30 - 17:00 | OHSU Auditorium, 3286 SW Research Drive, Portland, 97239, United States
Innovating for Better Results in Health Care, Education, and Research

The 2025 OHSU Health Literacy Symposium will highlight health literacy and clear communication best practices in health care, education, and research. Attendees will learn how to identify patient equity, quality, and safety issues that are best approached with health literacy and clear communication solutions. Attendees will get hands-on skills practice in applying clear communication strategies to their work that can improve outcomes for all.
The symposium aims to help attendees:

Identify current communication barriers that affect health-related outcomes.
Apply health literacy best practices in health care, education, and research.
Use health literacy tools and communication resources in their area of practice.

The event will feature a lunch and poster session, two plenary talks, and two concurrent breakout sessions, each with three mini workshops to choose from. This year we are excited welcome Dr. Mary Ann Abrams of Ohio State University College of Medicine and Nationwide Children’s Hospital as our Keynote Speaker. The event will be in-person only and there are limited seats available to non-OHSU employees. Box lunch is included.
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Kaiser Permanente 2nd Annual Pre-Medical Career Conference
2025-11-01 08:00 - 17:00
This conference is specially designed for junior college and university students who are aspiring medical professionals. Attendees will gain valuable insights into the medical field through interactive sessions and networking opportunities.
Meet and engage with:

Kaiser Permanente physicians and dentists
Resident physicians and medical students
Deans and leaders from local medical and osteopathic schools

Whether you’re just starting your journey or are well on your way, this event will provide resources, guidance, and real-world perspectives to support your path to a medical career.
Location: Hillsboro, OR (location details will be emailed to attendees one week prior to the event)
Cost: Free (breakfast, lunch, and snacks provided)
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APHA 2025 Annual Meeting & Expo
2025-11-02 08:00 - 2025-11-05 17:00 | Washington DC
Making the Public’s Health a National Priority
Research has shown that public health efforts to prevent disease are more cost effective – and humane – than treating chronic health conditions, so now is the time to invest in our nation’s health. Health is a human right; let’s make it a national priority.
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17th Annual Latiné Health Equity Conference
2026-05-15 08:00 - 17:00 | Oregon Convention Center, 777 NE Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Portland, 97232, United States
Introducing Familias en Acción’s 17th Annual Latiné Health Equity Conference – “Seguiremos Sanando: Culture, Identity, and Collective Well-being.” This year, our conference focuses on healing – mentally, emotionally, physically, spiritually and socially.
The Latiné community in Oregon is strong, unique and resourceful despite the lasting harm brought by colonialism, oppression, exclusion, migration, displacement and violence we have experienced. The current political climate is only furthering trauma and harm, making the practice of healing imperative.
Healing within the context of Familias en Acciòn’s Latiné Health Equity Conference speaks to a comprehensive approach to improving the health and well-being of the Latiné community with the grounding of our language, values and culture. Healing is more than treating an illness, it is about reconnecting with who we are, sharing our collective stories, and seeing our cultural practices as core to holistic health. By reclaiming our ancestral knowledge, honoring traditional healing practices, and speaking our truths in the language that carries our histories—Spanish, Indigenous languages, and Spanglish— we can thrive!
Join us for a day of learning, connection, and collective healing.
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