https://txsophe.org/events Texas Society for Public Health Education upcoming events Texas Society for Public Health Education Wild Apricot - membership management software and more en Thu, 09 Apr 2026 00:03:37 GMT Thu, 09 Apr 2026 00:03:37 GMT Tue, 14 Apr 2026 17:00:00 GMT <article class="text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none [--shadow-height:45px] has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none has-data-writing-block:-mt-(--shadow-height) has-data-writing-block:pt-(--shadow-height) [&amp;:has([data-writing-block])&gt;*]:pointer-events-auto scroll-mt-(--header-height)" tabindex="-1" dir="auto" data-turn-id="a4c346ba-32b7-4d00-9206-fb54cae8cfd9" data-testid="conversation-turn-5" data-scroll-anchor="false" data-turn="user"></article> <article class="text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none [--shadow-height:45px] has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none has-data-writing-block:-mt-(--shadow-height) has-data-writing-block:pt-(--shadow-height) [&amp;:has([data-writing-block])&gt;*]:pointer-events-auto scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]" tabindex="-1" dir="auto" data-turn-id="request-WEB:baa112d8-0f3a-4b4d-851b-5a61566fd829-2" data-testid="conversation-turn-6" data-scroll-anchor="true" data-turn="assistant"> <div class="text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-10 [--thread-content-margin:--spacing(4)] @w-sm/main:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(6)] @w-lg/main:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(16)] px-(--thread-content-margin)"> <div tabindex="-1" class="[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn"> <div class="flex max-w-full flex-col grow"> <div data-message-author-role="assistant" data-message-id="746df1f9-ab60-4e22-a5e9-581be546185b" dir="auto" data-message-model-slug="gpt-5-2" class="min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal [.text-message+&amp;]:mt-1"> <div class="flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden first:pt-[1px]"> <div class="markdown prose dark:prose-invert w-full wrap-break-word light markdown-new-styling"> <p data-start="0" data-end="293">This webinar provides a practical, advocacy-focused introduction to the Texas Legislature and how to effectively engage in the policymaking process. Participants will gain foundational knowledge and strategic insight to strengthen their voice and build meaningful relationships with lawmakers.</p> <ul data-start="295" data-end="739"> <li data-start="295" data-end="419"> <p data-start="297" data-end="419"><strong data-start="297" data-end="334">Overview of the Texas Legislature</strong> — including its structure, when and how often it meets, and how a bill becomes law</p> </li> <li data-start="420" data-end="555"> <p data-start="422" data-end="555"><strong data-start="422" data-end="467">How to use Texas Legislature Online (TLO)</strong> — practical guidance for tracking bills, committee hearings, and legislative activity</p> </li> <li data-start="556" data-end="739"> <p data-start="558" data-end="739"><strong data-start="558" data-end="593">Strategic engagement strategies</strong> — understanding when to engage (session vs. interim) and how to build strong, proactive relationships with legislators beyond moments of crisis</p> </li> </ul> <div> <br> </div> <div> This webinar is pending CHES/MCHES approval. </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </article> https://txsophe.org/event-6596722 https://txsophe.org/event-6596722 Wed, 29 Apr 2026 17:00:00 GMT <p data-start="107" data-end="359">This webinar equips researchers and professionals with practical strategies for communicating effectively with policymakers. Participants will learn how to translate research into clear&nbsp;messages that inform decision-making and drive impact.</p> <ul data-start="361" data-end="923"> <li data-start="361" data-end="566"> <p data-start="363" data-end="566"><strong data-start="363" data-end="403">Researcher–Policymaker Communication</strong> — how legislators and staff use information, the role of staff and turnover, and how to frame research for policy relevance using accessible, strategic language</p> </li> <li data-start="567" data-end="748"> <p data-start="569" data-end="748"><strong data-start="569" data-end="606">Writing an Effective Policy Brief</strong> — what distinguishes a policy brief from a journal article, core components, use of visuals, and crafting clear, actionable recommendations</p> </li> <li data-start="749" data-end="923"> <p data-start="751" data-end="923"><strong data-start="751" data-end="785">Presenting Research for Impact</strong> — how to develop a policy brief, highlight key findings, and delivering your data.</p> </li> </ul> <p><br></p> <p>This webinar is pending CHES/MCHES approval.</p> https://txsophe.org/event-6596735 https://txsophe.org/event-6596735 Thu, 18 Jun 2026 17:00:00 GMT https://txsophe.org/event-6610248 https://txsophe.org/event-6610248