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National Hispanic Heritage Month Events
Sept15
10th Annual Celebration of Caminar Latino-LUPE
September 15, 2023
On September 15, HHS Administration for Children and Families will commemorate the 10th Annual Celebration of Caminar Latino-LUPE. Located at the Georgia Aquarium in Atlanta, GA, this event provides the opportunity for guests to immerse themselves in a unique experience filled with inspiring and interactive presentations, gourmet dining, and dancing. It will highlight the work of Caminar Latino-LUPE and Atlanta-based families in overcoming violence, building healthy communities, developing policies, and systems of change. Register
Sept18
HHS Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health (ARPA-H)
September 18, 2023 2-5:30 p.m. ET
On September 18, from 2-5:30 p.m. at the Switzer Building in Washington D.C., the HHS Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health (ARPA-H) is hosting a Hispanic Health Innovations Symposium. We will recognize the contributions of leaders shaping the future of healthcare for Hispanic/Latino Americans and work alongside attendees to chart a course for future engagement between government, industry, academia, patients, and the Hispanic community. The event is composed of two panels and a resource fair for attendees to learn about opportunities to engage with ARPA-H. HHS Secretary Becerra will be a featured speaker. Register
Sept19
#HealthyLatinos Bilingual Twitter Chat
September 19, 2023 2-3 p.m. ET
On Tuesday, September 19, 2023, 2 - 3 p.m. ET, HHS Office of Minority Health is hosting a #HealthyLatinos Bilingual Twitter Chat to discuss how health care providers can address social determinants of health (SDOH) when providing health care to Hispanic/Latino patients and patients with LEP. This chat will also encourage patients to ask for language services and community health workers/patient navigators when accessing health care services.
Sept26
HHS Hispanic Health Summit
September 26, at 9:00 a.m. ET
On September 26, at 9:00 a.m. ET at the HHS Building in Washington D.C., Secretary Becerra and HHS IEA are hosting the first HHS Hispanic Health Summit. This is an in-person conference during which senior HHS, Biden-Harris Administration and Hispanic health leaders will highlight their work to improve equity and access to health care in the Hispanic community. Panels and workshops will focus on health care access, mental health, reproductive health, federal grants and resources, and much more. Register
Sept28
Office of Regional Health Operations (ORHO)
September 28, at 3:30 p.m. ET
On September 28, at 3:30 p.m. ET, the Office of Regional Health Operations (ORHO) is hosting a 90-minute educational webinar in celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, entitled “Creative Strategies for Improving Health Access in US/Mexico Border Communities”. The event will feature presenters from four organizations that primarily serve Hispanic communities within US/Mexico border states. During the event, guest speakers will share innovative strategies for addressing access to care, improving the social determinants of health, and/or preventing and treating chronic disease. Register
Oct12
Hispanic-Serving Institutions (HSI) Virtual Career Expo
October 12, 2023 2 p.m. ET
On October 12, at 2:00 p.m. ET, HHS National Institute for Health, Office of AIDs Research is hosting a Hispanic-Serving Institutions (HSI) Virtual Career Expo, through Handshake. In partnership with 14 leading HSIs, this inaugural event will provide university students the opportunity to engage with employers offering interactive professional development sessions and career-driven opportunities. Register
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