SCPHA President 

Dear Members, Partners, and Friends of the South Carolina Public Health Association,
As we begin a new year, I am filled with enthusiasm and optimism for the opportunities that lie ahead. This is a time to look forward to the impact we can continue to make in advancing public health across our communities.

I am especially pleased to welcome our new Board members, whose leadership, vision, and commitment to our mission will help guide our organization into this next chapter. I look forward to us working together to build on our strong foundation, strengthen partnerships, and continue promoting health and well-being for all.

To our members—both returning and new—thank you for being an essential part of our organization. Your dedication, expertise, and passion are what make our work possible. Whether you have been with us for many years or are joining us for the first time, we are grateful to have you as part of our community.
Together, we look forward to a year of collaboration, learning, advocacy, and service. We invite you to stay engaged, participate in our programs and events, and share your ideas as we work toward our shared vision of healthier communities.

Thank you for your continued support, and best wishes for a successful, healthy, and rewarding year ahead.

Take Care,
Keisha D. Long
2026-2027 President, South Carolina Public Health Association

Meet your SCPHA President - Keisha Long

For more than 25 years, Keisha Long has been a force in environmental health, helping communities across South Carolina understand, protect, and advocate for the places they call home. After retiring as a Program Manager in the Office of Environmental Affairs at the South Carolina Department of Environmental Services, she didn’t slow down—she shifted gears. Today, Keisha continues to be a champion for communities, helping them build capacity, access resources, and form powerful partnerships that move real change forward.

She currently serves as the President of the South Carolina Public Health Association and leads the SCPHA Smart Surfaces Initiative, a project focused on climate‑resilient solutions for healthier neighborhoods.

Her career spans deep technical work in the Superfund and RCRA programs, where Keisha guided environmental cleanups, site engineering, and complex project management—bringing both scientific expertise and a commitment to justice to every challenge.

And when Keisha’s not working to make communities healthier and more resilient, you’ll find her on the tennis court, behind a Toastmasters podium, or immersed in her love of music.