Village Public Health

03/12/2026

This National Public Health Week we will be launching our "Conversations with the Chair" series. Join us to talk about youth mental health! https://luma.com/0jtp1ocx

03/12/2026

Today I had lunch with the Well Squad at Little Rock Southwest High School, and once again I left reminded of why this work matters so much. These young people never cease to amaze me with their thoughtfulness, honesty, and willingness to lean into conversations that many adults still struggle to have.

Around that table were students who are not waiting for someone else to solve the challenges facing their generation. They are asking questions. They are thinking critically about mental health, relationships, decision making, and what it means to care for one another. They are paying attention to what their peers are experiencing, and they want to be part of building something better.

What we are building together through the WELL Squad is very intentional.

W.E.L.L. stands for:

Wellness
Whole person health. Mental, physical, emotional, and social well-being. Understanding that how we think, move, connect, and care for ourselves all shape our overall health.

Elevate
Rising above chaos and stepping into purpose and clarity. This is not about fixing young people. It is about lifting vision, strengthening standards, and helping them recognize the power they already hold.

Leadership
Influence with integrity. WELL Squad members are peer connectors who help create healthier conversations and stronger support systems within their school community.

Life
Real-world preparation. Career pathways. Economic mobility. Helping young people see public health not just as something they learn about, but as something they can become a part of.

This is peer-to-peer public health practice in real time.

Public health does not only live in reports, policies, or conference presentations. Sometimes it looks like a group of students sharing lunch, exchanging perspectives, and realizing that their voices matter in shaping the health and well-being of their community.

And I can tell you this with confidence. When young people are trusted with the opportunity to lead, they rise to it every single time.

The future of public health is already sitting at the table. We just have to make room for them.

03/01/2026

If you’ve been waiting on a sign to pivot, level up, or step into something new… this is it.

🚨 Draft Day – Central Arkansas | March 3
📍 UA Pulaski Tech – Main Campus (North Little Rock)
🕑 Career Expo + On-Site Interviews
💰 FREE to attend

This isn’t just another career fair.

This is real companies.
Real interviews.
Real opportunities.

Employers are showing up ready to hire for high-skilled technical careers including:

🔧 Diesel Technicians
⚡ Electricians
🚜 Heavy Equipment Operators
🚛 Commercial Truck Drivers
🛠 Welders
💻 IT Technicians
🏗 Construction Services
🧰 HVACR Technicians
🧪 Automation & Robotics Technicians
…and more.

Whether you are finishing Adult Education, exploring a new path, or ready to increase your earning potential, this space is designed for movement. You don’t have to have it all figured out. You just have to show up prepared and willing.

✨ Career Expo starts at 2 PM
✨ On-site interviews
✨ High-demand industries
✨ Employers actively hiring

Registration is encouraged (QR code on the flyer), but not required.

Let me say this clearly:
Opportunities don’t just appear. They are stepped into.

If you are in Central Arkansas and serious about your next move, be in the room.

Tag someone who needs this.
Drop a 🔥 if you’re ready for your next chapter.

02/28/2026

02/26/2026

Big shout out to our newest top fans! 💎

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Drop a comment to welcome them to our community,

02/25/2026

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02/22/2026

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02/20/2026

🎉📖 The “Curious Cassie” Book Tour Starts Here! 📖🎉

We are so excited that the very first stop of the “Curious Cassie” book tour is happening right here at Oley E. Rooker Library this Saturday!

📍 11 Otter Creek Court, Little Rock, AR 72210
🎟️ This is a FREE public event — all are welcome!

Join us for a special celebration of Curious Cassie! Author Talethe Collins will be sharing:

✨ A live read-aloud for children
✨ A chance to win a FREE copy of the book
✨ Signed copies available (bring yours from home if you already have one!)
✨ A fun and engaging Q&A with the author

It’s going to be a wonderful morning of stories, celebration, and community. We’re honored to help kick off this exciting tour and can’t wait to see you there! 💛

Tag a friend and make plans to join us!

02/19/2026

What conversation do you wish schools felt more comfortable having with students?

02/18/2026

How we show up for our youth matters, we're showing up with INTENTION!

02/18/2026

Prevention drives Vibe Safe! It looks like showing up. Building trust. Partnering with the community not just serving it.

At Village Public Health, prevention isn’t distant or clinical. It’s relational. Through initiatives like Vibe Safe, we work alongside schools, families, and community partners to create safe spaces where young people feel supported, heard, and empowered because strong communities protect their youth together.

This is what prevention looks like in action.

Learn more about Vibe Safe:
www.villagepublichealth.org/vibesafe