Georgia One Health Symposium

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Collaborate. Connect. Advance One Health in Georgia

September 24–26, 2026 
Macon, Georgia

Whether you’re advancing research, developing policy, delivering services, or educating the next generation, your voice matters.

Join professionals, researchers, educators, students, community leaders, healthcare providers, veterinarians, environmental specialists, and policymakers from across Georgia for the 2026 Georgia One Health Symposium. Together, we’ll explore innovative solutions to complex health challenges through collaboration across human, animal, and environmental health sectors.

Building On a Successful Beginning

The energy, connections, and collaborative spirit of the inaugural Georgia One Health Symposium demonstrated the power of bringing diverse perspectives together to address shared challenges.

In 2026, we look forward to expanding those conversations, strengthening partnerships, and continuing to build a statewide movement that advances One Health through collaboration, innovation, and action.

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Registration is Now Open

September 24-26, 2026
Macon, Georgia at Mercer University


The Georgia One Health Symposium returns for its second year, bringing together a growing network of professionals committed to improving the health of people, animals, and the environment through a One Health approach.

Over three days, participants will have opportunities to exchange ideas, explore emerging challenges, share research and build connections across disciplines and communities.

Register now to be a part this one of a kind event!

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Students & Early Career Poster Oppurtunity

If you are a student or an early career professional, please consider submitting an abstract due by August 24, 2026. All submissions will be peer reviewed.  Notification of acceptance will be sent by August 31, 2026. Accepted presenters must confirm participation through registration by September 8, 2026.

If you have questions regarding your submission, please contact ihla@georgiasouthern.edu.

Poster Abstract Submissions

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Hosted By IHLA

The Institute for Health Logistics & Analytics (IHLA) at Georgia Southern University is proud to host the Georgia One Health Symposium, advancing transdisciplinary collaboration and evidence-based solutions that improve health outcomes and strengthen communities.

We thank the Rural Health Innovation Center at Mercer University School of Medicine for serving as a local partner and providing space for the symposium. We look forward to welcoming you to Mercer University in Macon in September 2026.

Can’t attend but interested in joining the Georgia One Health Consortium?
Sign up here.

Why Attend?

The Georgia One Health Symposium is more than a conference: it’s an opportunity to help shape the future of One Health in Georgia.

Attendees will have the opportunity to:

  • Connect with professionals from diverse disciplines and sectors
  • Learn about emerging research, innovative programs, and best practices
  • Explore opportunities for collaboration and partnership
  • Share knowledge and experiences that can improve health outcomes statewide
  • Engage in meaningful discussions about the challenges and opportunities facing Georgia communities
  • Strengthen the growing Georgia One Health network

Whether you work in public health, healthcare, veterinary medicine, environmental science, agriculture, education, government, nonprofit organizations, or industry, your expertise contributes to stronger, healthier communities.

Exhibitors & Sponsors

Showcase your organization or university and connect with leaders and decision-makers from across Georgia’s One Health community.

The Georgia One Health Symposium provides valuable opportunities to:

  • Increase visibility for your organization
  • Engage directly with attendees and stakeholders
  • Demonstrate products, services, and programs
  • Support collaboration and innovation across sectors
  • Invest in the future of One Health in Georgia
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Schedule & Events

  • September 24: Evening Reception
  • September 25: Full-Day Symposium
  • September 26: People & Pets Project Community Open House

More details coming soon!

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2025 Symposium

Georgia One Health Consortium & Symposium Inaugural Report

Explore highlights, accomplishments, and outcomes from the inaugural Georgia One Health Symposium (2025) and the launch of the Georgia One Health Consortium.

Learn how attendees, partners, and stakeholders came together to establish a foundation for One Health collaboration across Georgia and beyond.