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SUMMARY:Health Literacy Proclamation Ceremony
DESCRIPTION:October has been officially recognized as Health Literacy Month in Delaware\, thanks to a concurrent resolution sponsored by Representative Smith! \nTo mark this milestone\, we invite you to a special event at Legislative Hall in Dover on Tuesday\, June 17\, at 1:30 PM. \nWhat to Expect: \n\nA formal photo opportunity on-site\nInspiring remarks from Greg O’Neill on the importance of health literacy\nThe chance to speak directly with legislators at our HLCD informational table\nA moment to stand together in support of equitable\, accessible health communication for all Delawareans\n\nWhether you’re a long-time supporter\, community partner\, or new to our mission\, your presence will make an impact. \nEvent Details:\nDate: Tuesday\, June 17th\nTime: 1:30 PM\nLocation: Legislative Hall\, 411 Legislative Ave\, Dover\, DE \nIf you plan to attend\, please send an email to info@healthliteracyde.org and let us know!
URL:https://members.delawareliteracyalliance.org/event/health-literacy-proclamation-ceremony/
LOCATION:Legislative Hall\, 411 Legislative Ave\, Dover\, 19901\, United States
CATEGORIES:Health Literacy,Literacy
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ORGANIZER;CN="Health Literacy Council of Delaware":MAILTO:info@healthliteracyde.org
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SUMMARY:The Power of Plain Language
DESCRIPTION:The Delaware Network for Excellence in Autism (DNEA)\, housed at UD’s Center for Disabilities Studies\, offers training and technical assistance that benefits individuals with autism\, their families\, and the professionals who serve them. We are pleased to announce our statewide virtual training schedule designed to introduce participants to the core characteristics of autism and practices that provide support in a variety of settings. \nHave you ever heard of plain language? Plain language is a style of writing that is accessible and easy to understand. Join the Delaware Network for Excellence in Autism (DNEA) for a one-hour training to learn about plain language and basic tips you can use to make your writing more accessible. This workshop is open to anyone looking for ways to write and communicate more effectively. \nThis training is designed for all community members. For example this may include\, but is not limited to\, people with autism\, their families\, healthcare providers\, first responders\, direct support professionals\, and early childhood professionals. \nParticipants will be emailed log-in information and training details approximately 48 hours before the training date. Please check the email you used to register and/or your JUNK mail if you do not find the confirmation in your inbox. Participants will be emailed a certificate of attendance approximately two weeks post training. \n“This course\, The Power of Plain Language\, Approval #20250310-1\, provided by Delaware Network for Excellence in Autism is approved for continuing education by\nthe NASW-DE Continuing Education Approval Collaborative. CE Approval Collaborative Approval Period: March 10\, 2025 through January 31\, 2026. Delaware social workers will receive 2 CE credits for participating in this course.” \nSeating is reserved for Delaware residents and Delaware professionals. The DNEA reserves the right to cancel training if the minimum threshold for attendance is not reached. \nPlease email Katie Booz at boozkp@udel.edu for any accommodation requests. Please submit any accommodation requests at least 72 hours in advance in order to ensure accommodations can be coordinated and provided.
URL:https://members.delawareliteracyalliance.org/event/the-power-of-plain-language/
LOCATION:University of Delaware STAR Campus\, 540 S. College Ave\, Newark\, DE\, 19711
CATEGORIES:Health Literacy,Literacy
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SUMMARY:Delaware Rural Health Conference 2025
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the second annual Rural Health Conference\, where we will explore key issues impacting citizens of Rural Delaware! \n\n\nThe conference will feature national keynote speakers\, Brock Slabach\, Chief Operating Officer of the National Office of Rural Health (NORH)\, and Eric Shell of Stroudwater Associates\, focused on the impact of federal policy on providers of care\, and their communities with emphasis on value-based care and population health. This will be followed by expert panels on rural health innovation\, special healthcare populations\, and much more. \nReserve a ticket today to ensure you don’t miss this exciting opportunity! \n\n\n\n\nTo learn more about Brock Slabach\, visit https://www.ruralhealth.us/about-us/staff-directory/brock-slabach. \nTo learn more about Eric Shell\, visit https://www.stroudwater.com/team/eric-k-shell/.
URL:https://members.delawareliteracyalliance.org/event/delaware-rural-health-conference-2025/
LOCATION:Delaware Technical Community College- Jack F. Owens Campus – Georgetown\, 21179 College Drive\, Georgetown\, DE\, 19947\, United States
CATEGORIES:Health Literacy
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SUMMARY:Advancing Healthy Lifestyles Conference: Eat Well\, Move Well\, Live Well
DESCRIPTION:The Division of Public Health\, Physical Activity\, Nutrition\, and Obesity Prevention (PANO) program presents the Advancing Healthy Lifestyles (AHL) Conference 2025: Eat Well\, Move Well\, Live Well\, on June 5\, 2025\, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.\, at the Delaware State University Martin Luther King Jr. Conference Center. \nThe conference provides a platform for cross sectional sharing on national\, regional\, and local best practices\, challenges\, opportunities\, and success stories. With a focus on improving health equity\, the ultimate goal of the conference is to strengthen efforts to reduce obesity and other chronic diseases amongst Delawareans. This invitational event includes government legislative and administrative policy makers in public health\, nonprofit advocates of health and wellness\, educators\, medical care givers and policy experts\, and academic and medical researchers who are interested or engaged in health disparities\, nutrition\, chronic illness and obesity prevention. It will further serve as an opportunity to close gaps in health inequities\, assess progress\, and further strengthen the work of community stakeholders.
URL:https://members.delawareliteracyalliance.org/event/advancing-healthy-lifestyles-conference-eat-well-move-well-live-well/
LOCATION:Delaware State University\, 1200 N. Dupont Hwy.\, Dover\, DE\, 19901\, United States
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SUMMARY:Introduction to Digital Accessibility
DESCRIPTION:Monday\, June 2\, 2025 @10 AM | Webinar: Introduction to Digital Accessibility \nThe Maryland Consumer Hub invites you to our Introduction to Digital Accessibility webinar on Monday June 2\, 2025 at 10 AM. Dan Doggett from the Maryland Department of Disabilities will provide an overview of digital accessibility and its impact on various disabilities. He will cover the foundational principles of digital accessibility\, the laws and standards governing it\, and provide tools and resources on how to incorporate it in your work. Register now!
URL:https://members.delawareliteracyalliance.org/event/introduction-to-digital-accessibility/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Health Literacy,Literacy
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250515T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250515T120000
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SUMMARY:Early Child & Teen Literacy Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Join the Delaware Literacy Alliance on May 15th from 11 am – 12 pm as we explore the current landscape of early childhood and teen literacy in Delaware\, discuss community and library efforts to support literacy\, and highlight state-level initiatives and opportunities.
URL:https://members.delawareliteracyalliance.org/event/early-child-teen-literacy-webinar/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Literacy
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SUMMARY:IHA’s 24th Annual Health Literacy Conference
DESCRIPTION:IHA’s 24th Annual Health Literacy Conference is happening virtually from May 13-15! Join the global community of health literacy professionals for the year’s biggest event dedicated to promoting health literacy and health equity. \nThis is your chance to participate in engaging workshops\, insightful panel discussions\, and compelling research presentations from your peers. Whether you’re here to learn\, network\, or inspire change\, this year’s conference is packed with can’t-miss sessions—all available FREE with basic registration. \nFree Basic Registration Includes: \n\nLive Plenary Sessions – Hear from leading voices in health literacy.\nLive Breakout Sessions – Engage with experts on innovative strategies and real-world solutions.\nOn-Demand Sessions – Access pre-recorded sessions at your convenience.\nPoster Gallery – Explore research and projects from the health literacy community.\nNetworking Opportunities – Connect with professionals across healthcare\, public health\, education\, and community organizations.
URL:https://members.delawareliteracyalliance.org/event/ihas-24th-annual-health-literacy-conference/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Health Literacy
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250505T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250505T110000
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SUMMARY:Tackling Rumors and Understanding & Strengthening Trust (TRUST) in Public Health
DESCRIPTION:The John’s Hopkins Center for Health Security has developed an evidence-informed website with tools\, resources\, and guidance to support practitioners as they address misinformation and build trust in public health. Center staff will discuss TRUST resources and training.
URL:https://members.delawareliteracyalliance.org/event/tackling-rumors-and-understanding-strengthening-trust-trust-in-public-health/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250428T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250428T170000
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SUMMARY:The Future of Health: Integrating Literacy into Educational Frameworks
DESCRIPTION:When:  Apr 30\, 2025 from 09:00 AM to 10:00 AM (PT) \nWebinar Description\nIntegrating health literacy into educational frameworks is crucial for fostering well-being and enabling people to make knowledgeable health decisions in light of the world’s changing healthcare concerns. This presentation examines the future of health from an educational perspective\, highlighting the value of integrating health literacy throughout all educational levels. The presentation will address how health literacy in the curriculum can improve public health outcomes\, lessen health inequities\, and encourage a more proactive approach to healthcare by examining how schools\, colleges\, and community initiatives shape health knowledge. Along with the potential advantages of digital health literacy programs in a world growing more interconnected by the day\, interdisciplinary collaboration is necessary to develop successful educational tools\, curricula\, and teaching methodologies. In summary\, incorporating health literacy into curricula is essential to preparing the next generation for the challenges of navigating contemporary healthcare systems and embracing better lifestyles. \nLearning Objectives\nBy the end of the session\, \n\nParticipants will be able to define health literacy and list at least three reasons why it is essential for making informed health decisions.\nParticipants will be able to describe three criteria used to evaluate the credibility and accuracy of health information and explain how to recognize bias or misinformation in health-related content.\nParticipants will be able to identify the role that social determinants of health play in shaping health literacy and influencing health outcomes.
URL:https://members.delawareliteracyalliance.org/event/the-future-of-health-integrating-literacy-into-educational-frameworks/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Health Literacy
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250424T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250424T180000
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SUMMARY:International Literacy Association Webinar: Developing Decoding Skills in All Learners
DESCRIPTION:What does it really mean to teach decoding? In this replayed session\, Julia B. Lindsey unpacks how to teach decoding purposefully and systematically — from phonemic awareness to decoding of both single and multisyllabic words to meaningful application. Learn how to support all students in developing strong word-reading skills from simple to multisyllabic words. Attendees will walk away with strategies for effective whole- and small-group instruction\, practical routines\, and a range of tools for integrating decoding across the school day — all while centering the variety of students and needs in every classroom. \nLindsey will participate in a live Q&A following her recorded presentation. \nWho should register: Classroom teachers\, literacy/instructional coaches\, reading/literacy specialists\, literacy supervisors/coordinators\, and instructional leads \nFREE for members | $44.00 nonmembers (includes annual membership) \nILA Digital Events fees are nonrefundable. ILA reserves the right to make presenter substitutions if necessary due to extenuating circumstances. \nThe views expressed in presentations made at ILA Intensives or other ILA events are those of the speaker and not necessarily of ILA. Likewise\, sponsorship of ILA Intensives or other ILA events does not express or imply ILA approval or endorsement of the sponsor’s products\, services\, and/or views. \n\nYou Will Gain:\n\n\nReproducibles and lesson plans to add to your toolkit\nAnswers to key questions around using decodable texts\nGuidance on how to fit these strategies into your current instruction\n\n\nExtras: Register to receive the video recording\, one clock hour\, and a letter of attendance after the webinar.
URL:https://members.delawareliteracyalliance.org/event/international-literacy-association-webinar-developing-decoding-skills-in-all-learners/
LOCATION:University of Delaware STAR Campus\, 540 S. College Ave\, Newark\, DE\, 19711
CATEGORIES:Literacy
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250408T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250408T193000
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SUMMARY:Blue Hen Nursing Symposium
DESCRIPTION:Join and connect with leading UD Nursing Alumni and educators as you hear from a keynote speaker and panel exploring how traditional advocacy strategies can still be effective in addressing the evolving challenges faced by nurses in 2025. \nFor planning purposes\, please RSVP by April 1\, 2025.
URL:https://members.delawareliteracyalliance.org/event/blue-hen-nursing-symposium/
LOCATION:DE
CATEGORIES:Health Literacy
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250408T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250408T120000
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SUMMARY:American Lung Association: Advancing Healthy Lifestyles\, Technical Training
DESCRIPTION:9:00 a.m. Breakfast Buffet\n9:15 a.m. Welcome\, Reminders\, and Updates\n9:20 a.m. Health Literacy Advocacy and You! Presenter Amanda Joie\, MSN\, RN\, CV-BC\, NPD-BC ChristianaCare\n10:10 a.m. Building Healthier Communities Through Community Health Worker Deployment Presenter Kristy Handley M.S.\n11:00 a.m. Break\n11:10 a.m. Food Security and Fitness: A Prescription for a Healthier Future\nCo-presenters:\nDr. Amy Gootee and Dr. Megan Rothermel\nDelaware State University \nQuestions? Contact Tanya Haley at Tanya.Haley@Lung.org or (610)-335-1125
URL:https://members.delawareliteracyalliance.org/event/american-lung-association-advancing-healthy-lifestyles-technical-training/
LOCATION:Delaware State University Wesley Campus\, 120 N. State St\, Dover\, 19901
CATEGORIES:Health Literacy,Literacy
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250405T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250405T150000
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SUMMARY:Festival of Words 2025!
DESCRIPTION:April 5th\, 2025\, from 8:00AM – 3:00 PM presents 2025 Festival of Words!  Festival of Words is an event for everyone with a chance to meet and greet popular authors from elementary\, middle and high school books. Also\, presentations for parents\, educators\, and librarians will be available.  Keynote speaker Jason Reynolds will add to the many exciting authors you will encounter.  Many literary organizations and resources will have tables as well to enhance literacy up and down the state.  A free lunch is provided for everyone who registers to attend. This year’s event will be held at Woodbridge High School\, in Greenwood\, Delaware and Registration will be opening shortly.  Check out our progress  HERE
URL:https://members.delawareliteracyalliance.org/event/festival-of-words-2025/
LOCATION:DE
CATEGORIES:Literacy
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250328T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250328T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T135908
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SUMMARY:SCRABBLE Along the Brandywine
DESCRIPTION:Team SCRABBLE ™ fundraising event! \nTickets to SCRABBLE™ Along the Brandywine are $50 per person. Entry fee includes heavy hors d’oeuvres\, beer\, and wine. \nThis is no ordinary game of SCRABBLE™! Teams consisting of up to 6 players receive the same set of SCRABBLE™ tiles. Teammates work collaboratively to build the highest-scoring board for each of the three rounds. \nYou can purchase tiles to complete those high-scoring words and/or peek in the dictionary to verify word spelling. \nThe top three highest-scoring teams (cumulatively) will be recognized. There will also be beautifully themed raffle baskets to win. \nBring cash or checks; credit cards will also be accepted as payment. \nAll proceeds will be used to support reducing our learner waiting list. \n 
URL:https://members.delawareliteracyalliance.org/event/scrabble-along-the-brandywine/
LOCATION:DE
CATEGORIES:Literacy
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250326T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250326T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T135908
CREATED:20250319T145617Z
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SUMMARY:Medical Society of Delaware - OBVIOUS Campaign
DESCRIPTION:The Medical Society of Delaware is back with its groundbreaking OBVIOUS Campaign\, offering free virtual education sessions every Wednesday in March 2025. \n\n\nMarch 26\, 2025 – 6:00pm – 7:00pm\nUNDERAGE DRINKING: MADD \n\nPresented By: MADD – Mothers Against Drunk Driving; a non-profit organization that works to end drunk driving and drugged driving\, prevent underage drinking\, and supports victims of impaired driving \nHere’s why you should share this with your patrons: \n\n\nIt’s FREE! Who doesn’t love free education?\nIt’s VIRTUAL! No need to leave the comfort of home.\nIt’s CRUCIAL! Addressing vital issues affecting our youth.\n\n\nThe OBVIOUS Campaign tackles: \n\n\nObesity\nBullying\nViolence\nIntelligent decisions\nOpioid abuse\nUnderage drinking\nSuicide\n\n\n\nThese sessions are perfect for teens and their parents. By sharing this information\, you’re helping create a healthier\, safer Delaware for our youth. \n\n\nHow to spread the word: \n\n\nPost flyers in your library\nShare on your social media\nInclude in your newsletter\n\n\nRemember\, we’re all in this together! Let’s make it OBVIOUS that Delaware cares about its young people. \n\n\n\nThank you for being a crucial link in our community’s health chain! \n\n\nTogether\, we can make a difference!
URL:https://members.delawareliteracyalliance.org/event/medical-society-of-delaware-obvious-campaign-2/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Health Literacy,Literacy
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ORGANIZER;CN="Medical Society of Delaware":MAILTO:lisa.gruss@medsocdel.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250320T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250320T150000
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SUMMARY:Know Your Rights - ACLU Delaware
DESCRIPTION:REGISTER HERE: https://delawarelibraries.libcal.com/event/14318991\n\nDelaware library staff and our partners are invited to join us for a webinar from ACLU Delaware.\n\nEveryone has basic rights under the U.S. Constitution and civil rights laws. When you know what the law says\, you can better protect your community.\n\nThe ACLU of Delaware has already begun to fight back against the escalating attacks on immigrants\, but the work ahead will take all of us. Now more than ever\, we need you to step up to help protect people who are immigrants and their families.\n\nThis Know Your Rights training is designed to empower immigrants and allies with the knowledge and tools to support Delaware’s immigrant communities.\n\nThis training will cover important topics like:\n•     Interactions with ICE and law enforcement;\n•     Understanding warrants and search rights;\n•     Knowing your role as an ally and how to safely intervene; and\n•     Resources and support networks available for immigrant communities and allies.\n\nThis training is presented by ACLU Delaware’s Jared Silberglied and Helen Salita and brought to you by Delaware Libraries & Literacy Delaware.\n\nPlease register to receive a link to the webinar. This training will not be recorded\, so please plan to attend live if you register. We hope you can take advantage of this professional development opportunity. Please reach out to profdev@lib.de.us with any questions.
URL:https://members.delawareliteracyalliance.org/event/know-your-rights-aclu-delaware/
LOCATION:University of Delaware STAR Campus\, 540 S. College Ave\, Newark\, DE\, 19711
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ORGANIZER;CN="Delaware Division of Libraries":MAILTO:profdev@lib.de.us
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250319T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250319T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T135908
CREATED:20250319T145446Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T165326Z
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SUMMARY:Medical Society of Delaware - OBVIOUS Campaign
DESCRIPTION:The Medical Society of Delaware is back with its groundbreaking OBVIOUS Campaign\, offering free virtual education sessions every Wednesday in March 2025. \n\n\nMarch 19\, 2025 – 6:00pm – 7:00pm\nDIGITAL FOOTPRINT\, SAFETY & CYBERBULLYING FOR TEENS \nHere’s why you should share this with your patrons: \n\n\nIt’s FREE! Who doesn’t love free education?\nIt’s VIRTUAL! No need to leave the comfort of home.\nIt’s CRUCIAL! Addressing vital issues affecting our youth.\n\n\nThe OBVIOUS Campaign tackles: \n\n\nObesity\nBullying\nViolence\nIntelligent decisions\nOpioid abuse\nUnderage drinking\n\n\n\nSuicide\n\n\n\nThese sessions are perfect for teens and their parents. By sharing this information\, you’re helping create a healthier\, safer Delaware for our youth. \n\n\nHow to spread the word: \n\n\nPost flyers in your library\nShare on your social media\nInclude in your newsletter\n\n\nRemember\, we’re all in this together! Let’s make it OBVIOUS that Delaware cares about its young people. \n\n\n\nThank you for being a crucial link in our community’s health chain! \n\n\nTogether\, we can make a difference!
URL:https://members.delawareliteracyalliance.org/event/medical-society-of-delaware-obvious-campaign/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Health Literacy,Literacy
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ORGANIZER;CN="Medical Society of Delaware":MAILTO:lisa.gruss@medsocdel.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250121T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250121T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T135908
CREATED:20250107T150315Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250107T150315Z
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SUMMARY:Dr. Martin Luther King\, Jr\, Symposium on Social Change: Virtual #citeNLM Wikipedia Edit-a-thon Office Hours
DESCRIPTION:Many people turn to Google to look for health information. Since Wikipedia\, an online open-source encyclopedia\, usually appears on Google search results\, Wikipedia is currently one of the world’s most popular websites. It is important to ensure that the information on Wikipedia pages is from reliable sources and is in plain (easier-to-read) language. \nIn honor of the African American Resource Center’s annual Dr. Martin Luther King\, Jr. Symposium on Social Change\, Penn Libraries is participating in the Network of the National Library of Medicine’s (NNLM) #citeNLM Wikipedia Edit-a-thon initiative to edit health-related Wikipedia pages. Learn how to edit Wikipedia pages using information found on MedlinePlus\, PubMed\, and other credible health websites. \nAt the University of Pennsylvania\, Amanpreet Kaur (Health Literacy Librarian at the Leon Levy Dental Medicine Library) and Jennifer Lege-Matsuura (Medical Research Librarian at the Holman Biotech Commons) created the following training materials: \n\n\nA video \n\n\nSlides \n\n\nA dashboard website \n\n\nThis volunteer activity is asynchronous and can be done throughout the MLK Symposium and beyond.  No prior experience with Wikipedia is necessary. \nInterested in learning more? Come to Aman and Jennifer’s virtual office hours on Tuesday Jan 21st from 11am to 1pm. \nCan’t make it to office hours? Schedule an appointment with Aman or Jennifer to learn how to use and edit Wikipedia pages. Both are listed under “Health Sciences Research Consultations.”
URL:https://members.delawareliteracyalliance.org/event/dr-martin-luther-king-jr-symposium-on-social-change-virtual-citenlm-wikipedia-edit-a-thon-office-hours/
LOCATION:University of Delaware STAR Campus\, 540 S. College Ave\, Newark\, DE\, 19711
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241113T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241113T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T135908
CREATED:20241024T172917Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T165329Z
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SUMMARY:Delaware Literacy Alliance & Health Literacy Council of Delaware Virtual Information Session
DESCRIPTION:Join the Delaware Literacy Alliance and Health Literacy Council of Delaware (HLCD) for a virtual information session! Learn about our mission\, discover committee opportunities\, and find your perfect role in advancing literacy across Delaware. \nDuring this one-hour session\, you’ll: \n\nLearn about both organizations and their initiatives\nExplore different committee roles and responsibilities\nUnderstand membership options and time commitments\nGet answers to your questions during Q&A\n\nCan’t attend? No problem! A recording will be available on our website after the session. \n???? Date: Wednesday\, November 13th ⏰ Time: 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM ???? Location: Virtual via Zoom
URL:https://members.delawareliteracyalliance.org/event/delaware-literacy-alliance-hlcd-virtual-information-session/
LOCATION:University of Delaware STAR Campus\, 540 S. College Ave\, Newark\, DE\, 19711
CATEGORIES:Health Literacy,Literacy
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ORGANIZER;CN="Delaware Literacy Alliance":MAILTO:info@delawareliteracyalliance.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241029
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241031
DTSTAMP:20260403T135908
CREATED:20241025T180652Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T165328Z
UID:10000027-1730160000-1730332799@members.delawareliteracyalliance.org
SUMMARY:Epic 24-hours of Health Literacy
DESCRIPTION:Looking for something EPIC to do during Health Literacy Month? \nWe’ve got just the thing! \nJoin us virtually on 29 October for a full 24 hours of health literacy presentations and discussions! You can come and go as you please at any point during the 24-hour period! Register today to reserve your spot.
URL:https://members.delawareliteracyalliance.org/event/epic-24-hours-of-health-literacy/
LOCATION:University of Delaware STAR Campus\, 540 S. College Ave\, Newark\, DE\, 19711
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241026T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241026T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T135908
CREATED:20241015T153009Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T165329Z
UID:10000025-1729936800-1729951200@members.delawareliteracyalliance.org
SUMMARY:Healh Literacy Resource Table at the Lewes Public Library
DESCRIPTION:We will have a resource table at the Lewes Public Library. We will display books from the graphic medicine booklist available from the Delaware Department of Health and Social Services Library.
URL:https://members.delawareliteracyalliance.org/event/healh-literacy-resource-table-at-the-lewes-public-library/
LOCATION:DE
CATEGORIES:Health Literacy
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241021T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241021T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T135908
CREATED:20241015T151313Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T165330Z
UID:10000023-1729519200-1729522800@members.delawareliteracyalliance.org
SUMMARY:Q & A with the Delaware Office of Marijuana Commissioner (OMC)
DESCRIPTION: This information event will kick off Nurses & Neighbors Collaborative’s initiative on care and caregiving and Health Literacy Month. We invited the OMC to share insights into the Delaware adult use and medical marijuana markets and to answer questions from our neighbors who have complex medical issues.
URL:https://members.delawareliteracyalliance.org/event/q-a-with-the-delaware-office-of-marijuana-commissioner-omc/
LOCATION:University of Delaware STAR Campus\, 540 S. College Ave\, Newark\, DE\, 19711
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241021
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241023
DTSTAMP:20260403T135908
CREATED:20240809T125256Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T165337Z
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SUMMARY:The Health Literacy Annual Research Conference
DESCRIPTION:The Health Literacy Annual Research Conference is an interdisciplinary meeting for investigators dedicated to health literacy research. It is an opportunity to advance the field of health literacy\, a method to raise the quality of our research\, and a venue for professional development. Our aim is to attract a full range of investigators engaged in health literacy research including those involved in a broad array of public health\, health services\, epidemiology\, translational\, and interventional research activities.
URL:https://members.delawareliteracyalliance.org/event/the-health-literacy-annual-research-conference/
LOCATION:University of Delaware STAR Campus\, 540 S. College Ave\, Newark\, DE\, 19711
CATEGORIES:Health Literacy
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241016T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241016T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T135908
CREATED:20240809T130301Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T165336Z
UID:10000011-1729080000-1729083600@members.delawareliteracyalliance.org
SUMMARY:Tracy Mehan\, AI Subject Matter Expert\, Institute for Healthcare Advancement
DESCRIPTION:Join the Penn Medicine Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania (HUP) Patient & Family Education Committee (PFEC) in welcoming Tracy Mehan from the Institute for Healthcare Advancement to discuss health literacy and AI on Wednesday\, October 16th\, from 12pm to 1pm Eastern.
URL:https://members.delawareliteracyalliance.org/event/tracy-mehan-ai-subject-matter-expert-institute-for-healthcare-advancement/
LOCATION:University of Delaware STAR Campus\, 540 S. College Ave\, Newark\, DE\, 19711
CATEGORIES:Health Literacy
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241009T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241009T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T135908
CREATED:20240809T125416Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T165337Z
UID:10000009-1728471600-1728475200@members.delawareliteracyalliance.org
SUMMARY:ChristianaCare Research Administration Education Series (R.A.E.S)
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://members.delawareliteracyalliance.org/event/christianacare-research-administration-education-series-r-a-e-s/
LOCATION:University of Delaware STAR Campus\, 540 S. College Ave\, Newark\, DE\, 19711
CATEGORIES:Health Literacy,Literacy
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241008
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241009
DTSTAMP:20260403T135908
CREATED:20230724T212832Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T165350Z
UID:10000003-1728345600-1728431999@members.delawareliteracyalliance.org
SUMMARY:Health Literacy in Action
DESCRIPTION:Health Literacy. You’ve heard the term and decided you need to learn more about it. Or\, you are familiar with it but not sure how to integrate health literacy into your work. Leaders in the health literacy field – the Horowitz Center for Health Literacy and the Institute for Healthcare Advancement – bring you a day of learning and participation.
URL:https://members.delawareliteracyalliance.org/event/event-1/
LOCATION:University of Delaware STAR Campus\, 540 S. College Ave\, Newark\, DE\, 19711
CATEGORIES:Health Literacy
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241007T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241007T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T135908
CREATED:20240903T135145Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T165333Z
UID:10000017-1728302400-1728302400@members.delawareliteracyalliance.org
SUMMARY:Virtual #citeNLM Wikipedia Edit-a-thon
DESCRIPTION:In observation of Health Literacy Month\, the University of Pennsylania Libraries is participating in the Network of the National Library of Medicine’s (NNLM) #citeNLM Wikipedia Edit-a-thon initiative to edit health-related pages on Wikipedia\, an online open-source encyclopedia that has become one of the world’s most popular websites. Learn how to edit Wikipedia pages using information found on MedlinePlus\, PubMed\, and other credible health websites. No prior experience with Wikipedia is necessary for this volunteer activity. \nCan’t make it to this virtual training session? Here are alternate ways to participate: \n\nParticipate asynchronously using these training slides.\nSchedule an appointment with Aman Kaur\, the Health Literacy Librarian to learn how to use and edit Wikipedia pages.
URL:https://members.delawareliteracyalliance.org/event/virtual-citenlm-wikipedia-edit-a-thon/
LOCATION:University of Delaware STAR Campus\, 540 S. College Ave\, Newark\, DE\, 19711
CATEGORIES:Health Literacy,Literacy
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241004T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241004T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T135908
CREATED:20240809T124956Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T165337Z
UID:10000007-1728041400-1728046800@members.delawareliteracyalliance.org
SUMMARY:HLCD Virtual Panel Session
DESCRIPTION:This October\, the Health Literacy Council of Delaware presents the premiere event of the season! Want to learn how professionals in healthcare use\, teach\, learn\, and experience health information? Join this free session to hear from doctors\, nurses\, community health workers\, and patients about the impact of health literacy.\n\nFor more information\, please see our flyer here.\n\n\nRegister in advance for this meeting:\nhttps://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZwtceyqrDojGtbbLdLViDIBq8LZ6sV-UNVd\n\nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
URL:https://members.delawareliteracyalliance.org/event/hlcd-virtual-panel-session/
LOCATION:University of Delaware STAR Campus\, 540 S. College Ave\, Newark\, DE\, 19711
CATEGORIES:Health Literacy
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ORGANIZER;CN="Health Literacy Council of Delaware":MAILTO:info@healthliteracyde.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241002T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241002T133000
DTSTAMP:20260403T135908
CREATED:20240809T130105Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T165336Z
UID:10000010-1727870400-1727875800@members.delawareliteracyalliance.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Workshop: Trust It or Trash It?: Evaluating Health Websites & Apps
DESCRIPTION:This virtual workshop introduces attendees to the “Trust It or Trash It?” framework. Learn how to apply this framework to evaluate online health information on Wednesday October 2nd from 12pm to 1:30pm.
URL:https://members.delawareliteracyalliance.org/event/virtual-workshop-trust-it-or-trash-it-evaluating-health-websites-apps/
LOCATION:University of Delaware STAR Campus\, 540 S. College Ave\, Newark\, DE\, 19711
CATEGORIES:Health Literacy
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240930T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240930T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T135908
CREATED:20240917T124327Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T165332Z
UID:10000019-1727722800-1727726400@members.delawareliteracyalliance.org
SUMMARY:Advancing Literacy: Our Teens' Perspective
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a youth-led literacy panel webinar hosted by the State Board of Education and the Delaware Literacy Alliance! Join us as young leaders share their opinions on why literacy matters\, and their thoughts on how to make it better for everyone. It’s a chance for young voices to change the future of education! \nRegister for the event here.
URL:https://members.delawareliteracyalliance.org/event/advancing-literacy-our-teens-perspective/
LOCATION:University of Delaware STAR Campus\, 540 S. College Ave\, Newark\, DE\, 19711
CATEGORIES:Literacy
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