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Headquartered at the University of Alabama at Birmingham’s (UAB) School of Health Professions, NCHPAD has evolved from a resource center into a public health practice and implementation science pioneer. In 2021, NCHPAD expanded significantly, focusing on three key strategies:

Being data-driven.

Introducing NCHPAD Connect, a participant-centered wellness database promoting data-driven decision-making processes through our Data Coordinating Center.

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Increasing access.

Introducing and increasing access to a wide array of evidence-based, virtual health promotion programs and wellness opportunities lead by expert health professionals.

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Advancing capacity.

Fostering health and wellness for all through effective communication and dissemination, training and technical assistance – with a continued commitment to capacity building.

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Elevate Efforts in Your Community

Explore funding and partnership opportunities to advocate for health and wellness for all on a national scale. Together, we can build healthy communities.

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Funding Opportunities

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