Public Health Advocacy: Informing Lawmakers about What Matters Most in Our Communities

Copyright: 2018
Published By: National Association of County and City Health Officials

This resource details the importance of public health advocacy, highlighting how public health professionals and informed citizens can effectively engage with policymakers to promote and sustain health initiatives, using tools like evidence-based research, strategic communication, and continuous engagement. It provides practical guidance on methods and strategies to influence health policy and secure necessary funding.

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Resources & Tools

Cover page of APHA Legislative Advocacy Handbook: A Guide For Effective Public Health Advocacy

APHA Legislative Advocacy Handbook: A Guide For Effective Public Health Advocacy

Resource - Guide/handbook

Screen shot of Opinion: Always the Bridesmaid, Public Health Rarely Spotlighted Until It’s Too Late

Opinion: Always the Bridesmaid, Public Health Rarely Spotlighted Until It’s Too Late

Resource - Blog

Screenshot of Advocacy for Public Health Policy Change: An Urgent Imperative

Advocacy for Public Health Policy Change: An Urgent Imperative

Resource - Book

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Advocacy for Public Health

Resource - Toolkit/toolbox

First page of Public Health and Media Advocacy

Public Health and Media Advocacy

Resource - Journal Article

Cover page of Fighting for Public Health: Findings, Opportunities, and Next Steps from a Feasibility Study to Strengthen Public Health Advocacy

Fighting for Public Health: Findings, Opportunities, and Next Steps from a Feasibility Study to Strengthen Public Health Advocacy

Resource - Report

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Public Health Advocacy: The Basics

Resource - Webinar

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The State of State-level Public Health Advocacy

Resource - Blog

Data & Metrics

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Public Health and Equity Resource Navigator

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Published on 10/22/2021