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February 12, 2026

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Deadline Approaching! Nominations for the AMCHP Board of Directors Close February 13

The call for nominations for the AMCHP Board of Directors is open through February 13. Nominations to fill the following upcoming vacancies are open for elections to be held in late February.

Seeking Regional Directors for:

Region II [NY, NJ, PR, VI]; Full-term, from March 2026 to the close of the 2029 AMCHP Annual Conference.
Interim Region IV [AL, FL, GA, KY, MS, NC, SC, TN]; Interim position, from March 2026 to the close of the 2028 AMCHP Annual Conference.
Region V [IL, IN, MI, MN, OH, WI]; Full-term, from March 2026 to the close of the 2029 AMCHP Annual Conference.
Interim Region VI [AR, LA, NM, OK, TX]; Full-term, from March 2026 to the close of the 2029 AMCHP Annual Conference.
Region VII [IA, KS, MO, NE]; Interim Position, from March 2026 to the close of the 2028 AMCHP Annual Conference.

These full-term and interim regional director positions are only open to current delegates from each region.

Your Impact as a Board Director:

As a board director, you will:

Help shape AMCHP’s policies and position
Ensure the organization’s future viability and financial stability
Directly work with federal and community partners
Represent your peers from across the country
Gain leadership experience in a national association

About the Nomination Process:

The nomination process is open until February 13, unless further notice is provided. Once candidates are identified, the AMCHP Governance Committee will subsequently conduct telephone interviews with candidates, and the AMCHP full voting membership will vote through a virtual election process.

Step 1: Download and fill out the Blank Candidate Questionnaire.

Step 2: Send nomination questionnaires via e-mail to Nikeisha Ogletree, Chief Operating Officer, at nogletree@amchp.org. Please include the nominee’s name, title, agency or affiliation, address, phone, fax, and e-mail. Nominees must be AMCHP Delegates (as designated by their Title V MCH program member and CYSHCN program member) whose membership is in good standing. Please obtain permission from nominees before submitting their names. 

To verify membership status, please consult your state, territory, or jurisdictional delegation office or contact Nikeisha Ogletree at the email address provided above. You may also reach out to Nikeisha Ogletree for more information about our nomination process.

Call for New AMCHP Association Committee Members is Open through February 17

Are you interested in effecting meaningful change nationally and having your voice heard on maternal and child health (MCH) matters? AMCHP is pleased to announce that our 2026 Call for New Association Committee Members is now open through February 17!

The AMCHP Association Committees assist our organization in carrying out our mission, goals, and strategic plan. Committees provide critical guidance to our board and staff and recommendations for policy analysis and development. They are comprised of appointed AMCHP volunteer members, board members, family representatives, youth, and staff liaisons. They may also include representatives from federal agencies and involve partner organizations when appropriate.

Join one or more of our Association Committees listed below! We offer five options to choose from that align with your passion, work, and interests. To learn more about each committee, please visit our website.

Annual Conference Planning
MCH Innovations
Family LEAD
Governance
Legislative & Health Policy

Although AMCHP has committees specifically dedicated to working with family leaders (Family LEAD) and youth (Youth Voice Amplified), we highly encourage family leaders, students, and youth to consider applying to any of our open committees, as we aim to have your voices represented across all of AMCHP’s work.

Why Become an AMCHP Association Committee Member?

Serving as a committee member offers rich professional development and networking opportunities and, potentially, provides a future pathway toward greater leadership roles at AMCHP. Committees also offer student, youth, and young adult leaders the opportunity to ensure their voices are elevated and their experience is included in our organization and the broader MCH field through AMCHP’s programs and policies activities.

How to Apply?

AMCHP requires all committee volunteers to be active members of our organization. If you are not an active member, this is a great time to join us! Please visit our website to learn more about becoming a member of AMCHP and our special rates for students, Title V alumni, and family associates.

To apply to be newly appointed to one of our committees, serving from March 2026 – the close of the 2027 AMCHP Annual Conference, active members of our organization are encouraged to fill out our new committee member application form by February 17.

The call for new committee members will remain open throughout the year, and you may be contacted as committee openings arise. If you have any questions about becoming a member of an AMCHP Association Committee, please contact us at info@amchp.org.

Share this information with your peers! Download our Call for New Association Committee Member flyer.

2026 GSEP Student and Host Site Applications Open Through February 20

AMCHP is accepting applications for both students and host sites for the 2026 Graduate Student Epidemiology Program (GSEP)!

The application period runs through February 20 at 11:59 PM ET.

GSEP is a Maternal and Child Health (MCH) Epidemiology leadership program funded by the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) and administered by AMCHP. Learn more about eligibility, expectations, and benefits for both students and host sites on our webpage.

Highlights for students:

Paid, 12-week, 100% remote summer internship designed to develop future leaders in MCH Epidemiology.
Opportunities to explore applied epidemiology projects and career pathways.
Remote placements with state and local public health agencies, supported by dedicated mentorship.
Hands-on skill building and professional networking that strengthen readiness for the MCH Epidemiology workforce.

Highlights for host sites:

Support a 12-week remote internship focused on your agency’s high-priority needs.
No associated costs — AMCHP covers intern stipends.
Gain staff development opportunities through meaningful mentorship.
Engage motivated graduate students prepared to contribute to applied MCH epidemiology work.

To learn more and apply as a student or host site, please visit our website. For questions, contact the GSEP team (gsep@amchp.org).

AMCHP Annual Conference

The AMCHP Annual Conference is one of the largest gatherings of maternal and child health (MCH) professionals in the United States. Every year, our conference aims to highlight MCH programs’ impact at all levels on women, children, and families and to provide participants with tools and resources to develop, enhance, and sustain vital MCH programs and services.

Subscribe to our Annual Conference Newsletter to be among the first to receive updates and information about our 2026 conference in Washington, DC.

Register to Join Us at AMCHP 2026

The 2026 AMCHP Annual Conference will be an in-person-only event. AMCHP is delighted to have offered a hybrid experience in recent years, and while we will miss connecting virtually, we look forward to seeing you in person from March 7 – 10, in Washington, DC.

Secure your spot to join us at AMCHP 2026! You can complete your payment at the time of registration or at a later date before the conference.

Don’t miss out! Register now to be among the over 1,000 leaders and thinkers attending each year, making our conference one of the largest gatherings of maternal and child health leaders and thinkers in the U.S.

Get Ready for AMCHP 2026: Exclusive Merch Now Available

The official AMCHP 2026 merch store is now open, featuring a selection of limited-edition items designed exclusively for this year’s conference.

Whether you want something comfortable for your conference experience, a practical keepsake, or a conversation starter at your next meet-up, we’ve got you covered!

Stock is limited, and the conference is fast approaching, so grab your favorite items as soon as possible so that you receive them before the conference and rep AMCHP 2026 during the event and beyond. Buy from the store now!

Secure On-Site Childcare for AMCHP 2026: Limited Spots Available!

Back again this year! AMCHP has partnered with KiddieCorp, a trusted provider of high-quality children’s programs and youth services for conventions, trade shows, and special events, to host the children’s program during AMCHP 2026 at The Westin DC Downtown in Washington, DC.

On-site childcare services at AMCHP 2026 are available for children ages six months through 12 years old for a fee of $5 per hour per child (2-hour minimum required per child, per day), from Saturday, March 7, to Tuesday, March 10, on the following timeframes:

Saturday, March 7: 1:30 PM to 6:00 PM
Sunday, March 8: 8:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Monday, March 9: 8:00 AM to 6:30 PM
Tuesday, March 10: 7:30 PM to 1:30 PM

Save your child’s spot! Pre-registration is now open, and availability is limited as it operates on a first-come, first-served basis. To secure advance reservations, complete the registration form and make the full payment. On-site registration will be limited to space.

For more information, please don’t hesitate to contact KiddieCorp at (858) 455-1718 or by e-mail at info@kiddiecorp.com.

Join Us for Hill Day on Tuesday, March 10

Back again this year! AMCHP will host Congressional educational visits on Tuesday, March 10.

These visits provide an excellent opportunity to share firsthand accounts of the significance of Title V, the critical impact it has on maternal and child health populations nationwide, and the challenges currently facing Title V programs. Participants will be paired with AMCHP staff and fellow attendees from their respective states or districts.

If you’re interested in participating, please visit the conference platform for more information and to complete the sign-up form.

Legislation & Policy

Explore our Maternal & Child Health Bill Tracker for more information about pending federal legislation to improve maternal health. Additionally, download AMCHP’s Federal Policy Agenda, which outlines our current advocacy focus.

Subscribe to AMCHP’s Policy Alerts and Digest to stay up to date with the latest policy information.

Policy Alert: Congress Passes Funding for MCH Programs

On February 3, Congress passed H.R. 7148, the funding package that includes FY26 funding for maternal and child health programs within the Labor, Health & Human Services, and Related Agencies (LHHS) portion of the bill. This comes after a short partial government shutdown caused by disagreements over Homeland Security funding.

Read our full Policy Alert to learn more.

AMCHP Policy and Partnerships Town Halls

Thank you to those of you who joined us for our previous AMCHP Policy and Partnerships Town Hall! You can find the full recordings of past Town Halls on our Government Affairs webpage.

Please register to join us for our next edition, TODAY, February 12, from 2-3 PM ET at this registration link.

Opportunities & Funding

Call for Applications Open: 2026 Training Course in MCH Epidemiology

Applications are now open for the 2026 Training Course in Maternal & Child Health Epidemiology. This year’s intensive, in-person program is designed for professionals with intermediate to advanced epidemiologic skills. The course will take place June 22–26, in San Antonio, Texas.

This national training is offered by CityMatCH, in partnership with the HRSA Maternal and Child Health Bureau and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), and is designed to strengthen analytic capacity among state and local MCH epidemiologists

Application deadline: March 8, 11:59 PM PT

Learn more and apply online: 2026 Training Course in MCH Epidemiology

Funding Opportunity: Food is Medicine State Officer Program

The Food is Medicine State Officer Program will help states strengthen their FIM capacity and advance policies that improve access to healthy food for people with diet-related health conditions. This three-year project is made possible by the Food is Medicine Impact Fund, a joint philanthropic initiative to integrate proven food and nutrition interventions into the U.S. health care system as covered, reimbursable medical benefits. Hosted by RF Catalytic Capital, the fund addresses the root causes of diet-related health conditions.

The Food is Medicine State Officer Program, facilitated by the Center for Health Care Strategies (CHCS), aims to help states advance FIM programming and improve access to healthy food for people with diet-related conditions by strengthening staffing and leadership capacity within state agencies. This will position states to successfully integrate FIM services into health care delivery to: (1) improve health outcomes for people diagnosed with or at risk of diet-related conditions; and (2) expand access to and use of effective FIM solutions.

States participating in the Food is Medicine State Officer Program will have access to:

Funding: States will receive funding to hire and support a FIM state officer for three years.
Training and technical assistance: FIM state officers will receive virtual and in-person onboarding, individualized one-on-one technical assistance, support with stakeholder engagement and communication, and leadership coaching.
FIM State Officer Hub: Through this national learning network, FIM state officers will gain access to expert presentations, facilitated discussions with subject matter experts, shared problem-solving, and peer collaboration across participating states.

How to Apply

States interested in building or expanding capacity to implement FIM solutions are invited to submit a Letter of Intent (LOI). Complete program details and submission instructions are outlined in the funding announcement.

LOIs are due February 27, at 5:00 PM ET. Download the Funding Announcement.

Free Resource for Job Seekers – The AMCHP Career Center: Connecting Talent with Opportunity

AMCHP offers access to top job opportunities in our industry. Job seekers can access the AMCHP Career Center to search and apply for open positions at no cost, while employers can post their jobs for a fee! Search for Jobs | Post a Job.

Do you know someone who is looking for a new job or opportunity? Share the AMCHP Career Center with them!

Partner Events & Webinars

Register for the 2026 NWA Annual Education & Training Conference

The National WIC Association (NWA) invites you to join its Annual Education & Training Conference, taking place from May 27 to 30, in Dallas, Texas. This conference brings together the WIC community for an opportunity to connect, reflect, and advance the work that supports families through WIC. The theme of the conference is Engage, Inspire, Energize!

Learn more and register.