2026 FPHA Annual Educational Conference
Featuring a Dedicated Rural Health Track

The Florida Rural Health Association (FRHA) invites our members, partners, and rural health professionals from across the state to join us for the 2026 FPHA Annual Educational Conference.

When: Wednesday, July 29th & Thursday, July 30th, 2026
Where: Embassy Suites by Hilton Orlando Lake Buena Vista South, Kissimmee, FL

Join us for two days of learning, collaboration, and connection with public health and rural health professionals, students, and community partners from across Florida.

This year’s theme, “Committing to Excellence Through Collaborations and Continuity,” reflects our shared commitment to strengthening partnerships, advancing innovative solutions, and improving health outcomes across both urban and rural communities.

Explore the Draft Agenda!

Check Out the Poster Lineup!

 ☆ Highlight: Rural Health Track (Day 2 – Thursday, July 30th)

FRHA is proud to partner with FPHA to bring a full day dedicated to rural health at this year’s conference.

This track will feature:

Distinguished Keynote Speaker

 Shevaun Harris,

 Secretary of the Agency for Health Care Administration

• Exhibitor tables highlighting rural health organizations and resources
• Sessions focused on innovative strategies, workforce solutions, policy considerations, and collaborative models
• Opportunities to connect with rural health leaders, practitioners, researchers, and community partners

This is a great opportunity to elevate rural voices, share best practices, and strengthen collaboration across Florida’s rural health landscape!

☆ Registration Information

Early Bird Registration: March 4th – May 15th, 2026
General Registration: May 16th – July 22nd, 2026

Register Today!

FRHA members are eligible for FPHA member rates.

This event is open to the public, but FRHA members must request a registration code to receive the discounted member rate.

To request the FRHA member code or learn more about membership, please contact:
 [email protected]

Continuing Education Units (CEUs) will be available. Additional details will be shared closer to the event.

☆ Sponsorship Opportunities

Support rural health and gain visibility among public health and rural health leaders statewide.

Opportunities include:

• Sponsoring the Rural Health Track

• Exhibitor tables

• Multiple sponsorship levels

This is a great way to showcase your organization and support efforts to improve health in Florida’s rural and underserved communities.

View Sponsorship Opportunities

☆ Hotel Information

The Embassy Suites by Hilton Orlando Lake Buena Vista South hotel offers an ideal location in Orlando, Florida. Just 3.5 miles from the Walt Disney World Resort and a short, 20-minute drive from Orlando International Airport. Located one block east of US 192, numerous restaurants, shopping malls, golf courses, world-class attractions and all of the excitement that Orlando has to offer surround the hotel.

Address: 4955 Kyngs Heath Rd, Kissimmee, Fl 34746

Book Your Stay at the Discounted Rate ($179 + tax per night): Book Today

 ☆Awards Information:

FRHA Wendell Rollason Award

The Wendell N. Rollason Achievement Award will be presented to the individual who has contributed most toward the goals of the Association and who has provided an enduring contribution to rural health care.  In the spirit of Wendell Rollason, the individual will be honored for his/her compassion, unselfishness, and commitment to seeking solutions in the delivery of rural health care or quality of life in rural Florida.

FPHA 2026 Awards
Each year, the Florida Public Health Association recognizes outstanding individuals and organizations for their contributions to public health in Florida. Awards honor excellence in service, leadership, advocacy, journalism, and more.

Award Nominations are CLOSED

*Awards will be announced at the 2026 Annual Conference at the Awards Ceremony on July 30th

Registration, Payment & Cancellation Policy:
All cancellation requests must be submitted in writing and received no later than Wednesday, July 22, 2026. Cancellations received after this date will not be eligible for a refund. No exceptions.

Submission of a conference registration constitutes a commitment to pay all applicable registration fees, regardless of attendance, unless cancellation is received by the stated deadline.

Payment in full is required prior to attending the conference. Attendees with unpaid balances will not be permitted to attend until payment has been received.