In the September session of Hot Topics in Practice, presenters Nicole Casanova, MPH, the Youth Engagement Coordinator at DOH, and Zara Holland, a Council Member of the YAC, will present examples of youth engagement initiatives with a focus on youth-designed resources. By viewing this webinar, participants will identify ways to bring actionable youth insights into their public health work.

Learning Objectives

  • Describe common health concerns and youth-friendly solutions proposed by Washington youth
  • Identify strategies to co-create public health projects with young people
  • Explain how to incorporate a youth-designed resource in your work

Intended Audiences

  • Local, state, and tribal public health practitioners
  • Community organizers, social workers, public safety and tribal justice professionals

Presenters

Nicole Casanova, MPH
Youth Engagement Coordinator
Washington State Department of Health

Zara Holland
Council Member
Washington State Department of Health Youth Advisory Council

Resources

  • Slides will be provided during the live webinar

Continuing Education Credits

Up to 1 CPH recertification credit may be earned by viewing this webinar. Visit the National Board of Public Health Examiners to learn more.

Date: 
September 29, 2026
Air Date: 
Tuesday, September 29, 2026, 12:00 pm PDT
Topics: 
Communication
Vulnerable Populations & Health Outcomes
Format: 
Webinar
Duration: 
1 hour
Cost: 
Free
Series: 
Hot Topics in Practice
Competency Domains: 
Communication Skills
Policy Development/Program Planning Skills