About the Committee

The Committee on Women's Rights identifies the concerns of the entire APHA membership and interfaces with all APHA units, Affiliates, and Caucuses relating to the problems associated with the changing roles of women in society, especially as these roles intersect with health policy, healthcare services, public health leadership, and career opportunities.

Committee Membership and Meetings

The COWR has seven committee members who serve three year terms. A Chair is appointed by the Executive Board from amongst the Committee's members. The committee meets in the spring by conference call and during the Annual Meeting, for which meeting expenses are not covered. 

APHA Staff Liaison: Vina HuLamm, MS

Women's Health Resources

• Black Women's Health Imperative
• U.S. Office on Women's Health
• The National Women's Health Resource Center
• NIH Office of Research on Women's Health