WELCOME TO ASSEMBLY 2024
The biennial Catholic Health Assembly is the nation's premier gathering of Catholic health care leaders. It is the only conference where leaders in Catholic health care unite in a spirit of community around our shared mission, fostering connections, acquiring knowledge and celebrating extraordinary contributions to the ministry.
Themed "Embrace Bold," Assembly participants will delve into thought-provoking keynotes, participate in engaging peer tracks and immerse themselves in interactive breakout sessions. Assembly is a must-attend event for both seasoned leaders and emerging professionals in Catholic health care who have been entrusted with carrying forward the legacy and charisms of our founding congregations.
WHY ATTEND?
Catholic health care plays a vital role in delivering high-quality, compassionate care to patients and communities across the United States. But our ability to carry forward our mission is threatened by an increasing number of daunting challenges including rapid technological change, bitter political polarization and societal distrust of institutions. To propel our ministry into the future, we must unite in a collective voice that clearly articulates our commitment to empowering bold change to elevate human flourishing for all. Join us for an empowering experience where bold ideas converge to shape the future of Catholic health care — "For Health, For Humanity, For the Common Good."
PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS
The main stage will feature thought leaders in health care policy, innovation, and Catholic identity; while breakout sessions and peer conversations will provide a rich opportunity for dialogue and engagement around the most pressing issues of our time, including artificial intelligence, health care reform and the unique role of Catholic health care in fostering unity among people of diverse faiths and backgrounds. Participants will also have the opportunity to engage with pre-Assembly learning modules that explore the nuances of where the Catholic vision of health care diverges from that of American marketplace health care.
ATTIRE
CHA encourages business casual during the Assembly. Comfortable shoes are recommended. Attire for the Awards Banquet is also business casual, although some do choose to dress up for this celebratory event.
AWARDS BANQUET-RESERVED SEATING (OPTIONAL)
The Awards Reception, Banquet, and After Party
are included in a full Assembly registration. This night of celebration takes place on Monday, June 10 of Assembly. No reservations are required for general seating at the Banquet, but if you would like to reserve a seat in advance, please select that option when registering. (If you have already registered for the Assembly and would like to reserve seating for the Awards Banquet, please contact the CHA Service Center
[email protected].)
A few items to note:
- Before finalizing a seating or table reservation, all parties who will be attending the Banquet (including conference registrants and their guests) must have completed the registration process for the Assembly.
- If you indicated during the registration process that you are interested in reserved Banquet seating, CHA will contact you directly, closer to the event. (Please note: CHA will never contact you to request credit card information.)
- Reserving seats does not guarantee table location.
- Changes to seating reservations will be allowed through Monday, June 10 by 10 a.m. Local Time.
CHA reserves the right to fill reserved tables to capacity.
CHA reserves the right to reserve tables for its award recipients and any special guests.
AFFILIATE MEETINGS
Does your leadership team, board, or other group need to meet while at Assembly? Make the most of your time together by scheduling a private event and receive CHA's contracted benefits for
your event, such as:
- Complimentary meeting space.
- CHA's discounted conference rate for meeting room A/V.
- CHA's discounted conference rate on meeting room internet.
To reserve space, complete the
Affiliate Meeting Request Form. For more information, please contact CHA's programs and learning department at
[email protected]. Affiliate requests for Assembly must be submitted to CHA by May 17.
CERTIFICATE OF ATTENDANCE
CHA will provide all participants with a Certificate of Attendance following the close of Assembly.
Immediately following the close of Assembly, all participants will receive an email with a link to the program evaluation survey and the Certificate of Attendance.
Please note CHA does not offer continuing Education Units (CEUs) for Assembly or any programs.
Participants may submit Certificates of Attendance to relevant organizations that accept proof of contact hours as credit. These include:
- America College of Healthcare Executives: American College of Healthcare Executives (ACHE) members may self-report qualifying CEUs using the contact hour information provided on their CHA Certificate of Attendance. To self-report, log in as a member on the ACHE site (www.ache.org); use the link on the left-hand side to self-report applicable contact hours for CEU credit.
- NACC Board Certified Chaplains: National Association of Catholic Chaplains (NACC) board certified chaplain members may self-report their continuing education hours (CEH's) using the contact hours information provided on their CHA Certificate of Attendance.
For more information regarding Certificates of Attendance, please contact
Danette Thompson.
SPECIAL NEEDS
CHA will assist individuals with lodging, meals, and programming if the request is received in advance. On the registration form, please check the appropriate box for a CHA staff member to contact you.
SAFETY PROTOCOLS
CHA considers the health and safety of all those onsite at in-person programs our top priority. CHA is committed to providing a safe and healthy environment for all of our in-person programs' participants and staff. CHA will determine onsite safety precautions on a program-by-program basis, depending on local conditions, any requirements imposed by local authorities and other relevant factors.
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