Speak For Health
Speak for Health is how APHA members stand up for public health interests.
APHA believes public health professionals deserve a stronger voice in public health advocacy. Together, we can change the narrative and turn the tide. #SpeakForHealth
APHA is the leading voice for public health in Washington. The policies we advance are based in science, research and member-led processes.
Join us and Speak for Health — for today and future generations.
How can you #SpeakForHealth?
- Use our state fact sheets (PDF) to advocate locally.
- Read about APHA's 2024 advocacy priorities (PDF).
- Meet with your members of Congress or their staff.
- Attend a public forum or town hall and ask a question. Call the district offices of your senators and representative to request a list of events near you. Review these tips for speaking at a town hall or public meeting (PDF).
- Submit an op-ed to your local paper. We have tips for writing op-eds (PDF). You can also email [email protected] if you would like to use an op-ed template on gun violence prevention, climate change or public health funding.
- Use Facebook or X to engage your members of Congress.
- Send an action alert message to your members of Congress, or call your members of Congress and use the action alert message as a phone script.
- Review the 2022 Speak for Health webinar presentation (PDF) for a summary of public health priorities, advocacy strategies and useful resources.
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