Registration for the 2026/27 Advocacy Institute is now open!
The Nebraska Hospital Association (NHA) Advocacy team created the Advocacy Institute to help Nebraska hospital and health care leaders develop a strong understanding of advocacy, the legislative process, and the tools needed to be successful advocates.
Our goal is to empower you to share your voice with policymakers. When policymakers have the facts and understand how their decisions affect your hospital, patients, staff, and community, we are more likely to achieve positive outcomes.
Advocacy is essential to securing a strong future for Nebraska hospitals and the communities they serve. The time is now to engage in advocacy efforts.
2026/27 Advocacy Institute Schedule
Session 1 | December 3, 2026 | 2 PM
Introduction to Advocacy: The Why, How, Who
Presenter: Nebraska Hospital Association
Session 2 | December 16, 2026 | 2 PM
National Political Dynamics & Its Impact on Health Policy
Presenter: Jeremy Nordquist, NHA President & CEO
Session 3 | January 13, 2027 | 2 PM
Impact on Health Policy
Presenter: Cornerstone Government Affairs
Session 4 | January 28, 2027 | 2 PM
NE Unicameral & Current State Health Policy Issues
Presenter: Nebraska Hospital Association
Session 5 | February 17, 2027 | 2 PM
Advocacy in Action & Institute Wrap-Up
Presenter: Nebraska Hospital Association
Advocacy Day | March 10, 2027 | 8:30 AM - 1:30 PM
NHA Advocacy Day & Recognition of Certificates
Presenter: Nebraska Hospital Association
Who Should Attend?
This program is designed for hospital leaders, emerging leaders, and graduates of the NHA Leadership Institute. It is also open to any hospital employee who is interested in becoming more engaged in advocacy and learning how to make their voice heard.
What Will You Gain?
By participating in the Advocacy Institute, you will develop a strong understanding of the advocacy process and learn practical strategies to effectively engage with policymakers. You will gain the skills to communicate with state and federal leaders, share impactful stories about your hospital and patients, and help influence legislative decisions that affect health care in Nebraska.
Program Details
Sessions will be held via zoom. All participants who complete the program will be formally recognized during Advocacy Day. The program will be held in conjunction with Advocacy Day activities to provide a hands-on, engaging learning experience.
