Welcome to the Post Meeting Summary for our latest OSWAPIC Chapter meeting!
Get ready to dive into the highlights from our latest OSWAPIC Chapter Meeting! Below, you'll uncover all the juicy details: Important Dates, Key Updates, Useful Links, and a few Additional Notes. Think of this summary as your trusty sidekick for those who missed the fun or want a quick refresher on all the excitement!
Important Dates
- Next Meeting: Thursday, 4/10/2025
- RSVP to attend the In-person Watch Party in Bend, OR (see attached flyer for additional details)
- APIC Annual Conference Educational Assistance Application Submission Deadline: Monday, 3/17/2025
- APIC Annual Conference Early Bird Registation Rate Deadline: Friday, 3/21/2025
- Celebrate APIC Chapter Day: Monday, 6/16/2025
- OSWAPIC Chapter T-Shirt Design Contest
- Submission Deadline: Thursday, 3/27/2025
- Voting Window: Monday, 3/31/2025 through Friday, 4/11/2025
- Upcoming Chapter Conference Committee Meeting(s): Thursday, 3/20/2025 (reoccurring meetings will be the 3rd Thursday of the Month from 1:30-2:30 via Teams)
- OSWAPIC 'STAR' Award Nominations Open: 4/1/2025
Key Updates
- New Initiatives:
- OSWAPIC Member Engagement Committee -
- Keep an eye out for open invitations to attend Chapter Meeting Watch Parties! Or reach out to Elizabeth Johnson (Elizabeth.J.Johnson@oha.oregon.gov) & Kelsey Poole (webmaster@oswapic.org) if you are interested in hosting a Chapter Meeting Watch Party for your local OSWAPIC Members.
- Introduction of a new OSWAPIC Chapter Community Impact program aimed at supporting members philanthropic interests within their local community.
- Announcment of Chapter T-Shirt Design Contest (please refer to the attached Guidelines PDF). You will have the opportunity to submit your design ideas, and the winning entry will be determined through a member vote. Once selected, the design will be available for online purchasing, with all proceeds going directly to the OSWAPIC Community Impact program.
- Funding Opportunities: Educational Assistance Applications are still OPEN to receive financial support to attend the 2025 APIC Annual Conference (virtually or in-person).
- Partnership Database: We are building a searchable database of Vendor & Exhibitor profiles that contain offerings, services, products, and engagement interests. Profiles are built from Vendor & Exhibitor Sign-up submissions. This approach simplifies the process of chapter members and committees to precisely target and identify vendors that align well with a particular event, solution, or educational session.
Useful Links
- Websites:
- Forms, Applications, & Submissions:
- Infoarmation & Resources:
- Volunteer Opportunities: We are looking for committee members and volunteers for the upcoming chapter conference. Check out the attached OSWAPIC Fall Conference Committee Roles and Responsibilities document for committee member details. Sign up if interested.
- Feedback Request: Please provide feedback on the recent meeting and any suggestions for future agenda topics. Link to Feedback Form
- Vendor & Exhibitors: Please submit an updated Vendor & Exhibitor Sign-up form to guarantee your profile card in the OSWAPIC Partnership Database is current and accurately represents your offerings, services and products, along with your areas of engagement interest. Vendor & Exhibitor Sign-Up
Thanks for keeping your finger on the pulse and rocking it with the OSWAPIC Chapter! We can't wait for more of your fabulous participation and support to keep the good vibes rolling!
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Toodaloo,
Kelsey Poole, MPH, CIC
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