Nearly seven months into the new administration, safety net providers, including Community Health Centers, Community Based Organizations, Public Health Agencies, are already feeling the impact of shifts in policy priorities, funding landscapes and operational demands.

In this Coffee Connections session experts from Health Management Associates (HMA) will set the stage with a snapshot of the current environment at the federal, state, and local levels – examining what’s changed, what’s emerging, and what remains uncertain.

Building on this shared understanding, HMA will guide participants through a scenario planning exercise to explore possible trajectories, identify vulnerabilities and opportunities, and outline strategies to sustain and strengthen the safety net.

Join us for a candid, scenario planning focused conversation – facilitated by HMA – designed to equip safety net leaders with the insights and tools needed to navigate uncertainty while continuing to serve our most vulnerable committees.

Session Objectives

• Assess how federal, state, and local developments are shaping the safety net environment.
• Identify, policy, funding, and operational trends affecting safety net organizations.
• Use scenario planning to prepare for a range of possible outcomes over the next 12-48 months.
• Leverage peer insights and experiences to strengthen collective advocacy and response.