Digital Communications
ASPA Digital, part of the office of the Assistant Secretary for Public Affairs (ASPA), leads the development and review of HHS Web content, social media, and supporting technologies. This ASPA Digital sub-site (HHS.gov/web) is a resource for HHS employees and contractors who are responsible for building and maintaining the Department’s digital presence.
Policies & Standards
HHS policies and standards help web managers meet federal requirements and follow best practices to make websites more citizen-centered.
Section 508
The Section 508 program assists the Department in testing websites, pages, applications, documents, and more for compliance and helps remediate issues.
Building & Managing Websites
Check out a variety of ASPA Digital resources to help make sure your new and existing websites deliver the best possible customer service.
Social Media
ASPA Digital can help you strategically use online channels to reach your communication goals. Learn more about current HHS policies and how to get started with social media.
Services & Resources
ASPA Digital makes services and resources such as search, analytics, and usability available to Staff and Operating Divisions. Browse the list and contact us for more info.
Governance
Learn about HHS web governance and the Digital Council, including our guiding principles, management structure, responsibilities, and qualities and qualifications.
About Us (ASPA Digital)
ASPA Digital staff provides expert consultation on best practices in digital communications. We also manage HHS.gov, several priority and topic websites, and the HHS Intranet.
Developers' Center
The HHS Developers' Center was created to provide access to HHS data resources and code to citizen developers.
Contact Us
ASPA Digital staff serve as consultants to HHS Operating and Staff Divisions. Contact us regarding digital best practices and for guidance on policies and requirements for federal and HHS websites.
