Share Your Health Literacy “Aha!” Moment
Maybe it happened while helping someone understand a diagnosis, improving a confusing resource, supporting a patient or family member, or seeing firsthand how clear communication can make a difference.
For Health Literacy Month, we want to hear about the moment that made health literacy meaningful to you.
Watch and Get Inspired
Watch this video for inspiration as you reflect on your own health literacy “Aha!” Moment.
Share Your Story
Submit a short, 30-second video telling us about your Health Literacy “Aha!” Moment.
You might reflect on:
- What happened?
- When did the importance of health literacy click for you?
- What did the experience teach you?
- How has it influenced your work, studies, or approach to health communication?
Your story can be personal or professional. Students, early-career professionals, experienced health literacy practitioners, healthcare professionals, educators, researchers, community leaders and others are encouraged to participate.
How to Participate
- Record a 30-second video using your phone, computer or other device.
- Complete the submission form and upload your video.
- Include a brief description of your “Aha!” Moment and how it influenced you.
- Submit your story.
Professional video production is not required. We encourage authentic stories recorded in a quiet, well-lit setting.
Please do not include identifiable patient information or other confidential information in your submission.
Click here to share your story
Selected stories will be featured on the Health Literacy Month website and through IHA communication channels.