Arizona Health Equity Conference

06/19/2026

Today, we pause to honor Juneteenth — a day that marks the end of chattel slavery in the United States and reminds us that freedom delayed is not freedom delivered.

At the Arizona Health Equity Conference, we believe that understanding history is inseparable from advancing health equity. The legacy of slavery, segregation, and systemic racism didn't end in 1865 — it shaped the policies, institutions, and systems that continue to drive health disparities in Black communities today. From maternal mortality rates to chronic disease burden to access to care, the data tells a story rooted in history that we cannot ignore.

Juneteenth is both a celebration and a call to action. We honor it by recommitting to the work — building systems that are just, equitable, and designed to allow every community to thrive.

The 13th Annual Arizona Health Equity Conference is coming up October 22, 2026 in Phoenix. We hope you'll join us in continuing this conversation.

🔗 Learn more and register: https://azhealthequity.org/register

06/18/2026

Have work worth sharing? We want to see it on display at the 2026 Arizona Health Equity Conference!

The call for poster proposals is officially open! Whether you're a researcher, student, practitioner, or community advocate, the AzHEC poster session is a powerful opportunity to share your work with a statewide audience committed to advancing health equity and to spark future collaborations.

📅 Submission Deadline: September 1, 2026 at 5:00 PM
🔔 Notifications: September 21, 2026
📍 Conference Date: October 22, 2026 | Desert Willow Conference Center, Phoenix

Submit your proposal today: https://azhealthequity.org/poster-session

06/17/2026

Our Quarterly Lunch & Learn series is back by popular demand!

Join us on July 24th for Mapping What Matters: Why Community Health Assessments Need All of Us, featuring Lily Cardenas with Maricopa County Department of Public Health, a nationally recognized public health and equity leader with more than two decades of experience advancing health equity across Arizona and beyond.

In this one-hour session, we'll explore how Community Health Needs Assessment data is collected, who can access it, and how it's being used to drive meaningful change statewide — including lessons learned, emerging dashboards, and opportunities for collaboration.

This session is free and open to public health professionals, researchers, students, CBOs, and state and county partners. It's also a great foundation for anyone planning to join us at the Arizona Health Equity Conference this October.

📅 July 24, 2026 | 12:00 – 1:00 PM
💻 Free | Virtual
🔗 Register here: https://ow.ly/IgVA50Zc6cK

06/16/2026

What happens when policymakers, students, and practitioners all come together around a shared goal??

Planning Committee member Sonora Crittenden explains why the Arizona Health Equity Conference is such a unique and powerful space for addressing health disparities across our state.

We hope you'll join us! The 13th Annual Arizona Health Equity Conference is October 22, 2026 at the Desert Willow Conference Center in Phoenix. Early bird registration is open through July 31st.

🔗 Register here: https://azhealthequity.org/register

06/15/2026

The call for poster submissions is officially open for the 2026 Arizona Health Equity Conference!

If you're a researcher, student, public health professional, or community practitioner with work worth sharing — this is your opportunity to present it to a statewide audience committed to advancing .

Submit your poster proposal and showcase your work at AzHEC on October 22nd at the Desert Willow Conference Center in Phoenix.
📅 Submission Deadline: September 1st at 5:00 PM
🔔 Notifications: September 21st
📍 Conference Date: October 22, 2026

Scholarships may be available for those who need support with registration.

Submit your proposal today: https://azhealthequity.org/poster-session

05/29/2026

⏰ Last day to apply!

Don’t miss your chance to present at the Arizona Health Equity Conference. We’re seeking breakout speakers advancing health equity through research, practice, prevention, and policy.

Apply by today: azhealthequity.org

05/27/2026

Planning your summer?☀️ Make it meaningful.

Scholarships for are now open—giving you the opportunity to connect, learn, and advance health equity across Arizona.

Apply today and be part of the conversation:

Thursday, October 22nd, 2026 Desert Willow Conference Center Phoenix, AZ

05/26/2026

Present a breakout session and share your work advancing health equity. Lead meaningful conversations and inspire change at .

05/22/2026

Committee Member Spotlight: Addey Rascon, MS, CHES

Addey is a nationally certified Community Health Education Specialist with over 16 years of experience across nonprofit, local, state, and national public health sectors. Growing up in rural Arizona and living in diverse regions of the U.S., she brings a strong understanding of how food and healthcare deserts impact community well-being. She holds a B.S. in P***c Health and an M.S. in Digital Strategy and Audience Research.

In her current role at Arizona State University’s Edson College of Nursing and Health Innovation, Addey partners with researchers, faculty, and community stakeholders to design and implement programs that reduce chronic disease and advance health equity. She also consults with national organizations, providing technical assistance and strategic messaging to support initiatives focused on brain health and chronic disease prevention.

Throughout her career, Addey has led statewide public health initiatives, developed strategic plans, and secured significant funding to expand prevention programs. A recognized leader in chronic disease prevention and community engagement, she continues to advance data-driven, equitable public health solutions at both state and national levels.

Thank you for all you do for the

05/20/2026

Early bird is live—see rates and register now: azhealthequity.org