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| March MCH Adolescent Well-Being Newsletter
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Quarter one reporting is here! Reporting is due April 30, 2025
Please use the link below to access reporting for your selected objective. Your agency will be using the same password from 2024 to access 2025 reporting. If you do not remember or misplaced your password, please reach out to your contract administrator for support.
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MCH Summit
The Maternal and Child Health (MCH) Summit is held every other year and aims to bring together statewide partners working to improve the health, wellness, and safety of Wisconsin's families and communities. We are so excited for you to join us in 2025! Topics will focus on maternal and child health and children and youth with special health care needs in Wisconsin.
Save the dates for the 2025 sessions in this series.
- Spring Session: May 14, 2025 (11:00 AM – 1:00 PM CT)
- Fall Session: October 29, 2025 (11:00AM – 1:00PM CT)
Why Attend?
- Cutting-Edge Insights: Hear from leading experts on emerging research, successful interventions, and innovative practices in MCH.
- Engaging Sessions: Participate in interactive breakout discussions tailored to your interests.
- Community Building: Connect with healthcare professionals, educators, community leaders, and collaborate on strategies that bolster support systems across Wisconsin.
Who Should Attend?
Attendance at the Maternal and Child Healthy Summit series is required for local health departments, Tribal agencies, and Children and Youth with Special Health Care Needs programs.
Other partners are also encouraged to attend, including:
- Home Visiting program staff
- Any agency or organization working to advance maternal and child health in Wisconsin
- All agencies receiving funding from the Wisconsin Title V program in 2025
Stay tuned for more details on registration, speaker announcements, session agendas, and more. We look forward to having you join us in forging pathways to healthier futures for mothers, children, and communities throughout our state.
The MCH Summit is funded by the MCH Title V Services Block Grant, Maternal and Child Health Bureau, Health Resources and Services Administration, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.
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Maternal, Infant, Child, and Adolescent Data ResourcesCheck out data resources from DHS to learn more and inform the work you are doing in your communities! These resources have been updated with 2023 data.
Additional Data Resources and Requests
You can find additional maternal, maternal, infant, child, and adolescent health data and reports on the Family Health Data page. These resources are freely available from state and national data sources. You will also find a guide for using WISH to show you how to do your own data queries on a wide-range of health indicators in our state and communities. The guide includes step-by-step examples.
Data requests: Contact the Family Health Section's Data and Evaluation Unit at dhsfhsdata@dhs.wisconsin.gov to request specific data to support you work in maternal, infant, and child health!
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Nature and Our Well-BeingDiscover 30 refreshing self-care ideas to rejuvenate your mind and body this spring. From decluttering your space to enjoying nature, this guide offers practical tips to embrace the season of renewal. Explore new ideas for spring self-care here.
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How Mindfulness Empowers Us
Check out this video that talks about the importance of mindfulness and how it allows us to see our thoughts and feelings as they really are—watch the video here!
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Reflection: Remember Your Why
Take a moment to breathe and remember why you started this work. You’re invited to share your why in the survey below - one will be chosen to be highlighted in the next newsletter.
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Community Toolbox
Learn how to use community sectors—such as social, cultural, or religious groups—to effectively reach targets and agents of change. This guide provides strategies for leveraging these sectors to foster community engagement and drive impactful interventions.
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Enhancing College Students' Mental HealthWisconsin colleges and universities continue to see record
demand for mental health services. Check out this new fact sheet from the WI Office of Children's Mental Health that highlights the mental health challenges young adults are facing.
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PATCH Teen Consultants
PATCH Teen Consultants are Wisconsin youth
ages 14-19 who are hired, trained, and paid to
voice their feedback and ideas on the programs,
projects and policies that impact them. Reach out to PATCH if you are intersted in consulting with youth about the work you are doing! You can access the flyer here.
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Funding OpportunityThe Wisconsin Partnership Program (WPP) is now inviting eligible Wisconsin-based nonprofits, public 4K-12 schools and districts, and tribal, state or local government entities to apply for a 2025 Community Impact Level 2: ACCELERATE grant. Below are a few details about the grant:
- Grant Ammount: Up to $500,000
- Grant Duration: Up to three years
- Letter of Intent Due: April 22, 2025
- Award Decision: October 31, 2025
View the Request for Partnerships below for details. If you have questions, please contact WPP program officer Kattia Jimenez at kjimenez@wisc.edu.
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Impact of Stigma on Recovery in ProfessionalCommunities
Join to delve into the pervasive stigma surrounding substance use, its impact on professional communities, and evidence-based strategies to combat it. The burden of stigma is a particular challenge for former, current, or aspiring professionals who face additional barriers related to hiring, promotion, and social engagement. This session aims to foster understanding and promote change.
Thursday, April 3, 2025 | Virtual
11:30 AM–12:30 PM CST/ 12:30–1:30 PM EST
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Military Mental Health Conference
The 2025 Military Mental Health Conference, celebrating its 10th anniversary, brings together military and civilian experts to address mental health challenges within the military community. Register here.
Thursday, April 24 - Friday, April 25, 2025 | Camp Ripley, Little Falls, MN
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April is Alcohol Awareness Month! Explore SAMHSA's resources to support prevention, treatment, and recovery efforts in your community.
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Recordings and Resources
Find Office Hour and Learning Community Call Recordings, past Newsletters, and other resources using the button below.
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