Wisconsin Health Literacy COVID-19 Statement

Why are we choosing in person?

The health and safety of our Summit attendees is paramount. Wisconsin Health Literacy has been closely monitoring COVID-19 guidelines provided by the Center for Disease Control and local public health agencies.  All considered, we strongly believe the goals of our summit could not be achieved via a virtual option. With careful consideration and following existing public health guidelines, we have decided to move forward with a fully in-person summit. We will be requiring vaccination of all attendees. We will also follow Dane County’s COVID-19 requirements, which may include a mask mandate at the summit. 

Summit goals:

1. The meeting will enable unique learning and networking opportunities that build upon the assets of various perspectives and continue to enhance the health literacy community.
2. Engage speakers and participants to address new health literacy research and projects with respect to implementation, evaluation, and measurement in the changing environment.
3. Integrate evidence-based health literacy techniques attendees can immediately use in their daily work. 
4. Understand challenges people face in navigating and using health insurance and health care; Demonstrate how to help patients and clients overcome these challenges.
5. Identify health literacy strategies and practices that enhance health equity.