Skip to main content
U.S. flag

An official website of the United States government

Here’s how you know

Dot gov

Official websites use .gov
A .gov website belongs to an official government organization in the United States.

HTTPS

Secure .gov websites use HTTPS
A lock (LockA locked padlock) or https:// means you’ve safely connected to the .gov website. Share sensitive information only on official, secure websites.

HHS.gov
  • About HHS
  • Programs & Services
  • Grants & Contracts
  • Laws & Regulations

Breadcrumb

  1. Home
  2. Digital Communications
  3. About HHS ASPA Digital
  • Developers' Center
  • Digital Communications
  • Policies & Standards
    • HHS Web Policies
    • Terms of Service Agreements
  • Digital Accessibility
    • HHS Accessibility & Section 508 Policy
    • Conformance Checklists
    • Digital Accessibility Resources
    • Digital Accessibility Terms
    • OS Digital Accessibility Program
      • Services
        • Conformance Review Guidelines
        • Conformance Acceptance Criteria
        • Conformance Methods & Baseline
      • Technical Resources
      • Acquisition Resources
        • Acquisition Faqs
  • Building & Managing Websites
    • New & Redesigned Websites
    • Managing Websites
    • Content Syndication
  • Social Media
    • Getting Started
    • Policies
    • Resources
  • Services & Resources
  • Governance
    • Digital Strategy
    • 21st Century IDEA
    • Members
  • About ASPA Digital

About ASPA Digital

The ASPA Digital Communications Division (ASPA Digital) is part of the Office of the Assistant Secretary for Public Affairs (ASPA) and leads the development and evaluation of HHS web content, social media, and supporting technologies. The division also recommends and implements digital information policy, standards, guidance, and tools for the Department, as indicated in 70 FR 61621.

The ASPA Digital staff provides expert consultation on best practices in digital communications, including:

  • Federal digital communications policies and standards
  • Social media
  • Governance
  • Plain language
  • Usability
  • Analytics
  • Search engine optimization
  • Information architecture
  • Privacy and security

ASPA Digital manages HHS.gov, the HHS Intranet and several priority and cross-federal topical websites, including FoodSafety.gov and StopBullying.gov. It also manages HHS marketing including social media and email newsletters.


HHS Digital Council

HHS manages its digital communications activities through a Digital Council, led by ASPA Digital, and comprising of representatives of HHS Operating and Staff Divisions. ASPA Digital works with the HHS Digital Council to develop Department digital communications policies, standards, and guidance. The Council exchanges best practices and lessons learned to ensure quality, efficiency, and a focus on users in communications and operations. 

  • HHS Digital Council management and structure
  • HHS Digital Council members
Content created by Digital Communications Division (DCD)
Content last reviewed April 18, 2022
Back to top
  • Contact HHS
  • Careers
  • HHS FAQs
  • Nondiscrimination Notice
  • HHS Archive
  • Accessibility
  • Privacy Policy
  • Viewers & Players
  • Budget/Performance
  • Inspector General
  • Web Site Disclaimers
  • EEO/No Fear Act
  • FOIA
  • The White House
  • USA.gov
  • Vulnerability Disclosure Policy

Sign Up for Email Updates

Receive the latest updates from the Secretary, Blogs, and News Releases.

Sign Up
HHS Logo

HHS Headquarters

200 Independence Avenue, S.W.
Washington, D.C. 20201
Toll Free Call Center: 1-877-696-6775​