Nebraska’s two-day public health conference features keynotes, breakout sessions, and opportunities for everyone in public health to connect, learn, and grow—in person or virtually!
The Nebraska Public Health Conference brings together over 400 attendees—including local and tribal health department leaders, state officials, academics, and students—to inspire collaboration and reimagine what public health can be. Together, we’ll explore continuous quality improvement, community-led efforts, and transformative partnerships to ensure all Nebraskans thrive.







Tuesday, April 1
- Kick off the conference with pre-conference sessions on essential tools like accreditation and public health data systems.
- Enjoy an engaging keynote from Dr. Katelyn Jetelina, “Your Local Epidemiologist.”
- Dive into breakout sessions led by Nebraska’s public health professionals with topics ranging from trauma-informed leadership to modernizing community health assessments.
- End the day with the “Public Health is For You” reception—a perfect opportunity to network, relax, and celebrate public health.
Wednesday, April 2
- Start your day with networking opportunities to connect with peers and leaders.
- Be inspired by a keynote from Mark Fenton on chronic disease prevention and creating walkable communities.
- Explore more breakout sessions including environmental health and mental health integration.
- The conference will conclude with a plenary session by Paul Durban on the role of AI in public health and a closing keynote from Dr. Alex Francisco on reimagining public health practice.
Click here to view the full agenda. After registering, Whova is your go-to for customizing your schedule, connecting with speakers, and networking with attendees. Get our official event app.
Nebraska Public Health Conferences 2019-2025
Since 2019, NALHD has been co-hosting the Nebraska Public Health Conference. Check out our timeline!




See you in La Vista on April 1 & 2 for NEPHC 2025!


