Abstract
Power of Advocacy
Nicole Burda, MPH
APHA, Washington, DC
APHA 2016 Annual Meeting & Expo (Oct. 29 - Nov. 2, 2016)
Through the presentation, the audience will gain a better understanding of why advocacy matters, how to get involved and be an effective advocate, and what APHA resources and tools are available to support their advocacy efforts.
Advocacy for health and health education
Abstract
Public Health Advocacy v Lobbying: The Legal Basics
Marice Ashe, JD, MPH
ChangeLab Solutions, Oakland, CA
APHA 2016 Annual Meeting & Expo (Oct. 29 - Nov. 2, 2016)
This session is designed to help new and seasoned advocates understand the general ethics and legalities related to lobbying and advocacy. The presentation will address common advocacy and lobbying restrictions for employees in non-profit organizations and government agencies and the activities that public health advocates can participate in regardless of their employer and/or profession.
Public health or related laws, regulations, standards, or guidelines