Our mission is to unite people, communities and organizations to strengthen rural health in West Virginia.
The West Virginia Rural Health Association focuses on three areas: Organizational Development and Communications; Education, Advocacy, and Policy; and Resource Development. We’re here to raise awareness of rural health issues, invest in policies that make positive changes in our communities, and build a strong, encouraging organization.
The WV Rural Health Association in conjunction with the WV State Office of Rural Health, the WV Hospital Association – Healthcare Education Foundation of West Virginia and the Center for Rural Health Development are excited to provide a scholarship opportunity to support participation in the National Rural Health CEO Certification Program.
Please complete the scholarship application and turn in to [email protected] by close of business on October 11, 2024.
Participants engaging in this program will be empowered to lead rural hospitals as CEOs to thrive, not just survive, and to improve the quality of life in rural America by effectively leading their hospitals and communities to create a culture of wellness.
Additional information regarding the NRHA CEO Certification Program can be found here.
The West Virginia Rural Health Association and the West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine are excited to host a statewide coloring contest to celebrate National Rural Health Day. This contest is open to all elementary students in WV (including homeschool students).
Winners will be honored at the WV Rural Health Conference in November 2024 and the winning artwork will be displayed at the WV State Capitol on Rural Health Day in April 2025.
All entries are due no later than October 3rd, 2024.
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