FHLI

What will you walk away with?

✔️ A clear understanding of 2026 policy priorities
✔️ Direct insight from national and local community leaders
✔️ Stronger connections across North Carolina
✔️ New perspectives on rural health from frontline providers

Join us on June 2 and be part of what’s next for rural health.

RSVP: bit.ly/FHLI-LB26

More than a breakfast — this is where advocacy meets action.

Join us for a morning of meaningful conversation, relationship-building, and real insight into the policies impacting rural communities across North Carolina.

You’ll leave informed, connected, and ready to take action.

☕ Breakfast + beverages provided

RSVP: bit.ly/FHLI-LB26

At this pivotal moment, rural voices matter more than ever.

Join us on June 2 for our annual Legislative Breakfast as we come together to discuss our 2026 policy priorities and hear directly from legislators and community leaders shaping rural health in North Carolina.

Come ready to listen, connect, and advocate.

RSVP: bit.ly/FHLI-LB26

Calling all mid-career health professionals! Applications for the Jim Bernstein Community Health Leadership Fellows Program are now open. The Fellowship runs from October 2026 through October 2028. You are eligible to apply if you:

✅ Work in an administrative or clinical capacity in a rural and/or underserved community in North Carolina or work with an organization that focuses on rural and/or underserved communities.
✅ Demonstrate a strong commitment to underserved populations and community-driven care.
✅ Demonstrate a strong commitment to remaining in North Carolina.
✅ Demonstrate leadership potential (such as, being a self-starter, resourceful, industrious, motivated, mature, resilient, a good communicator, problem-solver, and team player).
✅ Are sensitive to cultural diversity among client populations in health care settings and programs.
✅ Hold realistic expectations about working in rural or underserved communities and with vulnerable populations.

Sound like you? Apply now: https://buff.ly/Mq6PIkI

Jim Bernstein Community Health Leadership Fellowship | Foundation for Health Leadership & Innovation Jim Bernstein Community Health Leadership Fellows Program About the Program Meet the Fellows Fellowship Alumni The Jim Bernstein Community Health Leadership Fellows Program (Bernstein Fellowship) equips emerging leaders to improve health and well-being across North Carolina. Created by James (Jim) D...

FHLI is currently recruiting for our 2026–2028 class of Jim Bernstein Community Health Leadership Fellows. Fellows carry on the legacy of North Carolina’s rural health pioneer, James D. Bernstein, who led efforts to support community-driven care of low- and moderate-income, isolated, and underserved populations for over 30 years.

The program seeks to elevate and amplify the work of outstanding individuals who share Bernstein’s beliefs:

☑️ Everyone has a right to health care.
☑️ Care should be delivered respectfully, effectively, and efficiently.
☑️ Each health care system belongs to the communities where people live and providers practice.

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Jim Bernstein Community Health Leadership Fellowship | Foundation for Health Leadership & Innovation Jim Bernstein Community Health Leadership Fellows Program About the Program Meet the Fellows Fellowship Alumni The Jim Bernstein Community Health Leadership Fellows Program (Bernstein Fellowship) equips emerging leaders to improve health and well-being across North Carolina. Created by James (Jim) D...

The Jim Bernstein Community Health Leadership Fellows Program prepares future leaders to work in and improve the health status of rural and underserved communities in North Carolina. When selected, Bernstein Fellows receive:

✅ Educational opportunities and individual mentoring through a network of professionals associated with FHLI and working in various fields of health and wellness.
✅ Up to two years of funding to support a project they develop that will improve the health of their community.

After the two-year fellowship, Bernstein Fellows have a broader understanding of rural and underserved community needs and the leadership skills necessary to engage and collaborate with others to improve their communities' health. Interested? Learn more: https://buff.ly/SrjMUpX

Jim Bernstein Community Health Leadership Fellowship | Foundation for Health Leadership & Innovation Jim Bernstein Community Health Leadership Fellows Program About the Program Meet the Fellows Fellowship Alumni The Jim Bernstein Community Health Leadership Fellows Program (Bernstein Fellowship) equips emerging leaders to improve health and well-being across North Carolina. Created by James (Jim) D...

Join us at a pivotal moment for rural health!

We invite you to our 2026 Legislative Breakfast on June 2, 2026 at the Park Alumni Center. Together, we’ll discuss key policy priorities for the legislative session and hear from legislators and community leaders shaping the future of rural health. Breakfast and hot beverages will be provided.

📣 Stay tuned for more details!

FHLI is currently recruiting for our 2026–2028 class of Jim Bernstein Community Health Leadership Fellows. The program helps prepare future leaders to work in and improve the health status of rural and underserved communities in North Carolina.

Fellowships are awarded to mid-career health professionals from various disciplines (primary care, behavioral health, pharmacy, oral health, public health, social work, etc.). Sound like you or someone you know? Deadline to apply: May 15, 2026 Learn more: https://buff.ly/s5uDwqe