APHSA -- American Public Human Services Association

Don't forget to submit your nominations for this year's #NSDTA2025 Recognition Awards and Joan Carrera Memorial Scholarship! The deadline for nominations is Monday, August 11! https://xmrrwallet.com/cmx.plnkd.in/eWBMk4XD   The NSDTA Recognition Awards honor outstanding individuals and initiatives that are helping advance the delivery of human services practices or programs to staff: https://xmrrwallet.com/cmx.plnkd.in/eBCyWJeW. The 2025 Joan Carrera Memorial Scholarship provides the opportunity for a first-time #NSDTA2025 attendee to receive a *FREE* registration: https://xmrrwallet.com/cmx.plnkd.in/eGHSiSwg

Only 3 weeks until #EMWB2025! Don't miss your opportunity to engage with dedicated human services leaders, policymakers, and researchers in shaping the future of human services programs through collaboration, integration, and modernization. REGISTER TODAY! https://xmrrwallet.com/cmx.plnkd.in/gYPwn_2Q   We're excited to welcome some incredible speakers to lead three informative sessions on H.R. 1 (#OBBBA) implementation support. Session speakers include APHSA's Chloe Green, Manager of Food and Nutrition Services and Lexie Kuznick, Director of Policy and Government Relations, Jack Rollins, Director of Federal Policy for the National Association of Medicaid Directors (NAMD), and John McCleskey, Branch Chief of Quality Control, Program Administration and Nutrition Division for Food and Nutrition Service with the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA).

Discover how AI can help your child welfare agency level up its training in our latest blog post on The Catalyst: https://xmrrwallet.com/cmx.plnkd.in/eZUwvb7S. Explore takeaways from the well-received webinar hosted by APHSA and Lyssn: “Scaling Child Welfare Workforce Training with AI Technology.” In it, agencies will find real-world applications for AI tools in tackling turnover, building trauma-informed skills, and delivering evidence-based workforce development. Read it now or watch the webinar—link available in the post!

Don't miss your chance to explore the latest technology trends and innovations in human services IT at #ISMRNO2025. The annual ISM Education Conference & Expo is the premier event for human services tech professionals to connect with peers from across the country and share solutions, strategies, and more! Be sure to register by August 26 to take advantage of early bird savings: https://xmrrwallet.com/cmx.plnkd.in/ewxYHKNZ

APSHA's Marci McCoy-Roth recently attended the Center for Civic Futures’ annual flagship gathering in Oklahoma City, which brought together state and local agencies from 27 states as well as policy leaders, technologists, and researchers. The convening focused on harnessing AI to improve public service delivery, with key themes including access, transparent governance, and innovation-driven modernization. Marci and others collaborated on frameworks to build public trust and accelerate the use of AI applications that deliver measurable outcomes for communities.

Our latest blog post explores how digital accessibility in human services benefits all—not only people with disabilities: https://xmrrwallet.com/cmx.plnkd.in/exQ3e7jy. Written by Cúram by Merative's Senior Director of Product Development, Bernadette Fitzsimons, the post addresses the accessibility needs of older adults, those with temporary impairments, and users in challenging environments while giving key principles to apply when designing that access. Read today to discover how accessible design improves user experience and operational efficiency.

Don't forget to register for our July NSDTA Showcase Series, "Doubling Down on Impact: Leading Through a Lens of Belonging" coming up on July 30 @ 1:30pm ET! This 90-minute workshop will guide leaders in harnessing the power of belonging to elevate team performance and drive lasting impact. Discover practical tools and strategies to build environments where every individual feels valued, trusted, and motivated and leave with clear, actionable approaches to strengthen team cohesion and fuel organizational success. Register today! https://xmrrwallet.com/cmx.plnkd.in/ea4AQ-nv

Submit your nominations for this year's #NSDTA2025 Awards: https://xmrrwallet.com/cmx.plnkd.in/eBCyWJeW. The NSDTA Recognition Awards are an opportunity to recognize outstanding individuals and initiatives that are helping advance the delivery of human services practices or programs to staff. Submit your nominations today! https://xmrrwallet.com/cmx.plnkd.in/eBCyWJeW Nominations are also open for the 2025 Joan Carrera Memorial Scholarships where you can nominate someone to receive a *FREE* #NSDTA2025 registration! Learn more and submit your nominations: https://xmrrwallet.com/cmx.plnkd.in/eGHSiSwg

Earlier this month, Lexie Kuznick, our Director of Policy and Government Relations, presented at United Way Worldwide's Advocacy Forum & Capitol Hill Day in Arlington, VA. During her session, "Getting To Know State Policy Makers," she was joined by Brittney Roy-Morales, Program Director of Health for the National Governors Association, Brian Sigritz, Director of State Fiscal Studies for the National Association of State Budget Officers (NASBO), Brian Wanko, Senior Director, Budgets & Revenue for the National Conference of State Legislatures, and Shamoiya Washington, Director of State Policy and Advocacy for United Way Worldwide. They provided attendees with a better understanding around state policymakers’ roles, authorities, and policy levers, and discussed best practices for engaging with states around human services matters in the current political climate.

Be sure to lock in those #EMWB2025 early bird registration rates before they're gone! We can’t wait to see you August 24-27 in Minneapolis, MN for this once-a-year opportunity to connect with peers from across the country to advance economic mobility and well-being for all! Learn more: https://xmrrwallet.com/cmx.plnkd.in/efq4kJHN