
Community Awareness
Is this event right for you?
You might enjoy this event if you:
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You are passionate about improving community health and safety.
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You enjoy planning, organizing, and executing campaigns with measurable impact.
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You like collaborating with teammates and engaging with local partners.
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You want to practice professional communication and presentation skills.
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You are motivated to educate others and raise awareness about important health issues.
Event Details
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Teamwork Event
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​2-6 competitors per team
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Portfolio (PDF upload required) + Presentation of community campaign
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None
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5 minutes for presentation
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Highest pre-judged portfolio score
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​Campaign planning, research, community engagement, communication, measurable impact
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FORMAT​​​​​
​ROUND 1​​​
TIME LIMIT​
TIE BREAKER​
​ROUND 2
FOCUS AREAS
Topics on the Test
Competitors will be evaluated on:
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Physical Health — topics affecting normal body function, e.g., public sanitation
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Mental Health — psychological and emotional well-being, e.g., depression, brain health, addictive behavior
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Environmental Health — environmental factors affecting health, e.g., pollution, sustainable energy, climate change
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Societal Health — non-medical factors affecting health outcomes, e.g., poverty, education imbalance, adolescent health
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Research & Evidence-Based Practice — gathering reliable sources and using them effectively
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Publicity & Outreach — documenting campaign promotion (flyers, social media, articles, etc.)
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Measurable Impact — documenting number of people impacted by the campaign
(Round One instructions: Present campaign using the portfolio; time monitored by timekeeper; notes allowed; portfolio only may be shown to judges.)
Study Materials & Practice
Key Official References:
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HOSA Community Awareness Guidelines — August 2025
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Local, state, and national health organizations for campaign research
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APA format guides for referencing sources
Event Day Checklist:
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Photo ID for both rounds
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Digital or printed portfolio (uploaded by May 15 for ILC)
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Notes on index cards or electronic format (optional)
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Professional business attire or official HOSA uniform
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Know the General Rules & Regulations
Tips from Previous Competitors
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