AI Community of Practice
Join governmental public health professionals from across the United States for monthly conversations about artificial intelligence in public health practice. Led by F&T Labs, AI experts who are former public health officials themselves, this Community of Practice creates a trusted space for peer learning, honest discussion, and collaborative problem-solving around AI implementation in governmental public health settings.This is a Sales-Free, Peer-Only Space
The AI Community of Practice is exclusively for professionals working in governmental public health and nonprofits directly supporting governmental public health agencies (such as State Public Health Institutes). This is not a space for consultants, vendors, or anyone in a sales role.
All registrations are reviewed to ensure our community remains a trusted peer environment where you can speak candidly about challenges, share honest experiences, and connect with colleagues facing similar situations—without sales pitches.
What to Expect
Each monthly session is designed as a space for genuine conversation and connection. We bring together health department leaders, epidemiologists, informaticists, and public health practitioners who are all navigating the same questions about AI in their work.
Short Presentation
A focused topic related to AI in governmental public health to spark discussion
Breakout Conversations
Small group discussions where you can share experiences and connect with peers
Peer Learning
Learn from colleagues who understand the realities of governmental public health
Wraps Up at :55
Respect for your busy schedule with time to transition to your next commitment
Monthly Topics
Our AI Community of Practice explores the full spectrum of AI applications and challenges in governmental public health:
Policy & Governance
- Developing AI policies for health departments
- Navigating regulatory frameworks and compliance
- Addressing legal and ethical considerations
Implementation & Security
- Secure AI implementation in public agencies
- Protecting health data and ensuring privacy
- Building workforce capacity through training
Applications & Innovation
- Real-world case studies from health departments
- Machine learning for disease surveillance
- AI-powered tools for community health
Equity & Ethics
- Addressing algorithmic bias in public health
- Promoting health equity through AI
- Ethical AI use in vulnerable populations
Who Should Join?
This Community of Practice is for:
- Health department leaders and administrators at local, state, tribal, and territorial levels
- Government epidemiologists and disease investigators
- Public health informaticists and data professionals
- Health equity officers and community health coordinators
- Policy makers working in governmental public health
- Staff from nonprofits directly supporting governmental public health agencies (such as State Public Health Institutes, NACCHO, ASTHO, NNPHI, and similar organizations)
Why F&T Labs Leads This Community
F&T Labs brings a unique perspective to the AI Community of Practice. As former public health officials who now specialize in AI for governmental public health, we understand the unique challenges you face: limited budgets, political pressures, procurement processes, and the critical importance of data security and privacy compliance.
We’re not just AI experts—we’re former colleagues who’ve sat in the same meetings, navigated the same constraints, and worked to serve the same communities. Through PH360, our HIPAA-compliant AI platform built specifically for public health departments, and our work training hundreds of governmental public health professionals nationwide, we’ve developed deep expertise in making AI practical, secure, and accessible for governmental public health.
This Community of Practice reflects our commitment to supporting the field we came from, creating a space where governmental public health professionals can learn from each other and from our team’s experience at the intersection of public health practice and AI implementation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can attend the AI Community of Practice?
This is exclusively for professionals working in governmental public health agencies (local, state, tribal, territorial, or federal) and staff from nonprofits that directly support governmental public health (such as State Public Health Institutes, NACCHO, ASTHO, and NNPHI). Consultants, vendors, and other service providers cannot attend.
Why do you review registrations?
We review all registrations to maintain this as a trusted peer space where governmental public health professionals can speak candidly about challenges, share honest experiences, and learn without concerns about vendor pitches or consulting sales. This community is for practitioners supporting practitioners.
I work for a nonprofit that supports public health. Can I attend?
If your nonprofit directly supports governmental public health agencies (such as State Public Health Institutes, local public health associations, or national organizations like NACCHO, ASTHO, or NNPHI) and you work in a non-consulting capacity, you’re welcome to register. However, if you work in a consultant role—even within a nonprofit—this is probably not the space for you. This is a sales-free zone, and we want to keep it that way. We review each registration to ensure alignment with our peer-only community model.
Do I need AI experience to participate?
Not at all. Whether you’re just beginning to explore AI applications or you’re already implementing AI tools in your health department, this community welcomes all experience levels. The diversity of perspectives strengthens our collective learning.
I can’t attend this month. How can I find out about future events?
Join our email list at fandtlabs.com/join-our-email-list to stay informed about upcoming AI Community of Practice sessions, topics, and other F&T Labs events for governmental public health professionals.
What if I can’t attend every month?
That’s completely fine. Attend the sessions that fit your schedule and align with your interests. There’s no requirement to participate every month.
How long is each session?
Each AI Community of Practice session runs for 55 minutes (for example, 10:00 AM to 10:55 AM). This timing respects your busy schedule and allows you to transition to your next meeting without stress.
Is there a cost to participate?
No. The AI Community of Practice is offered at no cost as part of F&T Labs’ commitment to supporting the governmental public health workforce.
Can I suggest topics for future sessions?
Absolutely. We encourage community members to suggest topics and share what challenges or questions would be most valuable to explore together.