Georgia SPAN

June is , a time to celebrate the joy, freedom, connection, and possibility that public transportation brings to our community. However, for many, a shadow is cast on these festivities after a beloved community member was killed in a brutal act of violence while riding MARTA this weekend.

Our latest blog reflects on how we are holding two truths at once: grieving with a community shaken by violence and continuing to believe in transit as a lifeline, as a public good, and as one of the safest, most equitable, and most sustainable ways for people to move around our city. Read it here: https://t.gsu.edu/4urx5Gc

Continuity of care is crucial for success! 🤱🏾

When birthing facilities adopt baby-friendly hospital policies and make risk-appropriate referrals at discharge, families will feel empowered to initiate and sustain breastfeeding. To find local lactation resources and professionals near your patients, visit https://t.gsu.edu/45SGEoc!

Go Georgia is pleased to open the session proposal period for the 2026 Georgia Bike-Walk-Live Summit, which again includes the Georgia Trail Summit. This year's summit will be held September 10-11 in Athens.

Speakers must be available Friday, September 11, as all sessions and mobile workshops proposed through this form will be held on day two! For more information: https://www.go-georgia.org/summit-2026

Involving your child in packing their lunch can make them more likely to eat it. Try these healthy, easy, no-reheating-required lunch ideas that kids can pack themselves (or with a little grown-up assistance). 🍱 Visit Children's Healthcare of Atlanta for more!

Curious about breast pumps but not sure where to start? 👶🍼 Join the Athens Breastfeeding Coalition on June 12 for the Pump Playground Demo, where local lactation professionals will showcase different pumps, share tips, and answer your questions in a hands-on learning environment. Register today: surveymonkey.com/r/H9QNFHN

Save the date! 🍎 Join Open Hand Atlanta and G-SPAN for a virtual convening exploring produce prescription programs across . Hear success stories, challenges, data, and best practices—and engage in the conversation shaping healthier communities statewide! 🌱

Do you know how much sugar is in your toddler’s food and drinks? Learn more about food and drinks to encourage: https://t.gsu.edu/4dqxS3Z

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Mark your calendar! 📅 Come move, learn, and connect for !

Join Kids in Motion Academy for Community Wellness Day—a fun, family-friendly event with games, obstacle courses, healthy cooking demos, and local resources. 🎉💪

In honor of , our offices will be closed as we remember and recognize those who lost their lives in service. We will resume normal operations tomorrow.

Does your health system champion breastfeeding and human milk feeding by collaborating with lactation consultants, community resources, and other healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive breastfeeding support for patients and families? 🚼

To find lactation resources and professionals near your patients, visit ZipMilk.org!