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About the Council of Affiliates
The Council of Affiliates was formed to promote efficient and effective communication and coordination of affiliate activities and affairs with APHA. The CoA:
- Promotes active involvement of affiliates in APHA programs and activities through effective communication;
- Keeps APHA informed of affiliate activities, advocating for involvement and assistance when needed;
- Identifies and works to resolve affiliate concerns;
- Maintains working relationships with the Executive Board and Governing Council as well as with other APHA groups and committees including the Inter-Sectional Council;
- Organizes and conducts several activities every year at APHA's Annual Meeting, including:
- Affiliate Day
- The Public Health Management Corporation-CoA Awards Reception
- CoA-ISC Candidates Forum
- Scientific Sessions (3)
- Poster Sessions
- Plans and coordinates joint meetings of Affiliate and section members at APHA’s midyear meeting and Annual Meeting; and
- Works collaboratively with APHA Affiliate Affairs staff.
The CoA Chairperson serves as an ex officio member of the APHA Executive Board and is a voting member of the Executive Board.
Council of Affiliates members
Council of Affiliates 2022 Annual Report (PDF)
Council of Affiliates Organizational Chart (PDF)
For additional information, please contact: Arianne Noorestani, 202-777-2428