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81st Annual Conference and Meeting
October 14 and 15, 2025

                   

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The 81st Annual Conference and Meeting is Tuesday, October 14, and Wednesday, October 15, at the Wingspan Event Center in Hillsboro, Oregon. 

Last year, we hosted our largest gathering in history, with nearly 600 attendees and over 40 sponsors and exhibitors. This year, we anticipate even greater participation as our partnerships expand and strengthen. In these critical times, as public health faces unprecedented challenges, we are placing a powerful emphasis on the strength of community and collaboration.

Together, we will stand united in our commitment to safeguarding and advancing public health,
making this year’s conference more important than ever.

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  • "I love attending this conference. I always learn so much and enjoy people I know and get to know. I get my PH geek on!"

  • "This was my first OPHA and I had a great experience! The speakers and sessions were all engaging and informative. I also appreciate how OPHA is a community, I can understand why attendees choose to come back every year."

  • "Thank you for putting together such a well-organized and thoughtful conference."


Our Conference

The OPHA Annual Conference and Meeting is Oregon’s premier public health event, bringing together a collective of professionals dedicated to advancing health equity and improving public health. Since 1944, this gathering has served as a vital platform for public health leaders, professionals, educators, advocates, students, and community leaders to connect, collaborate, and share cutting-edge research, innovative programs, and best practices for advancing public health.

The conference offers a unique opportunity to engage with thought leaders and peers from various sectors, exploring the most pressing public health issues facing Oregon and beyond. With its rich history and dedication to public health advancement, the OPHA annual conference is a must-attend event for anyone passionate about shaping the future of public health and building stronger, healthier communities.

Join us for this inspiring event where ideas are exchanged, partnerships are forged, and solutions are created to meet the challenges of today and tomorrow.

 

Our Community

Our conference brings together public health decision-makers, administrators, educators, policymakers, practitioners, researchers, nonprofit executives, community health workers, students, emerging professionals, and many more. These professionals are at the forefront of shaping the future of public health, playing key roles in driving meaningful change across government, healthcare, academic, and nonprofit sectors.

Our members and conference attendees come from a wide range of disciplines, representing fields such as medicine, social work, epidemiology, science, community health, planning, nutrition, dentistry, chiropractic, occupational therapy, health education, nursing, and academia.

Together, we are a rich, collaborative community united in our commitment to improving health outcomes, advancing research, and advocating for policies that promote health equity, access, and well-being for all. 

 

Our Conference is Connection

  • Networking: Connect with over 500 public health professionals from Oregon and the Northwest, creating opportunities to collaborate, share ideas, and expand your network across various public health fields.

  • Education: Attend keynotes from state and national leaders on pressing public health topics, choose from a vast array of presentations covering the latest research, trends, and public health innovations, and make connections in the interactive poster session showcasing cutting-edge work.

  • Awards: Join us in honoring Oregon’s public health champions - individuals and organizations whose dedication to improving public health has made a lasting impact in the community and beyond.

  • Opportunities: Visit the exhibit hall to explore professional opportunities, products, and services from our numerous exhibitors and sponsors, offering the latest public health solutions and collaborations.

 

Conference Details

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

 

Our New Location

After many years on the beloved OSU campus, we’re excited to bring our conference to the Wingspan which is housed in the largely rural Washington County. This decision was made with careful consideration to strengthen our partnerships with the many public health organizations centered in the Portland metro area.

We remain steadfast in our commitment to represent and serve all of Oregon, especially our rural communities. We are focused on ensuring that opportunities for participation are strengthened across the state, and that all voices are heard.

This shift was made with a lot of love and reflection, as we continue to build connections that will help advance public health for every community in Oregon.

 

Mark your calendars and stay tuned for more!

Please send an email to [email protected] for any inquiries.