July 10, 2024 - Harrisburg, PA
The Department of Human Services (DHS) Secretary Dr. Val Arkoosh and Department of Health (DOH) Secretary Dr. Debra Bogen together celebrated the renaming of their shared building as the Health and Human Services Building. The new name removes the outdated language of the former "Health and Welfare" building and replaces it with the Department of Human Services' current title to create a cohesive branding for both Departments. "This name change to the Health and Human Services Building is part of a much larger goal for the Department of Human Services as we aim to serve all Pennsylvanians with dignity and respect and at the same time discontinue use of outdated and stigmatizing language. This is more than just a name change, it is another step toward modernizing our work and centering our efforts around the people we serve," said DHS Secretary Arkoosh. "I am excited to have our building better reflect our Department and the work accomplished inside to better serve all Pennsylvanians." "The new building name reflects the Shapiro Administration's commitment to strong collaboration between the Departments of Health and Human Services to ensure all Pennsylvanians are well served by both agencies," said DOH Secretary Bogen. "The new name speaks to the broad range of services provided by the dedicated health and human services professionals working within the departments to meet the needs of Pennsylvanians." Speakers Include:DHS Secretary Dr. Val ArkooshDOH Secretary Dr. Debra Bogen
An Official Pennsylvania Government Website