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Who we are The District of Columbia Public Health Association (DCPHA) is dedicated to protecting personal, public, and environmental health in Washington, D.C.The District of Columbia Public Health Association is an affiliated association of the American Public Health Association (APHA). We have collaborated with APHA to grow stronger as organizations, to share expertise, influence, and resources, and to advocate for common priorities at the local, state and federal levels. APHA is the national voice of public health and champions the health of all people and all communities. It is the only organization that combines a 150-year perspective, a broad-based member community and the ability to influence federal policy to improve the public’s health. Learn more at www.apha.org.The DCPHA is committed to:
The District of Columbia Public Health Association is currently seeking nominations for all positions on a rolling basis. All members and non-members may apply.*OPEN POSITIONS** President-Elect The President-Elect is in line to succeed the President of the DCPHA. The President of the DCPHA serves as Chair of the Governing Council, or Board of Directors, and presides at all meetings of the Governing Council, and, in general, performs all such duties as are assigned by the Bylaws and the Governing Council as the chief management officer of the DCPHA. The President is required to be a member of the American Public Health Association. Treasurer The Treasurer will keep the GC apprised of key financial events, trends, and concerns, and assessments of the organization’s fiscal health. The Treasurer is also responsible for the financial and tax accounting compliance activities and completing and ensuring the completion of required financial and tax reporting forms in a timely manner and making these forms available for the GC’s review and are submitted to appropriate regulatory and affiliated entities in a timely and proactive fashion. *Nonmembers will be required to join the organization prior to being seated on the governing council. **Descriptions subject to change
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Member benefits Connection: You will be connected to a larger group banded together to produce positive results for public health in Washington, DC. Conferences: Conferences can provide quality education and networking for public health professionals, and you will receive a significant discount as a member. You will be able to contribute to the content, help plan the Conference or attend to enhance your professional development. Public Policy/Advocacy: We plan to offer strong advocacy programs centered on assuring that public health voices are being heard. You can keep track of public health issues under consideration by the District of Columbia City Council. Free Informational Sessions: The association keeps members in touch with each other and current issues through the association’s web site and email updates of emerging issues relevant to public health. Stay informed about public health and in a way that saves you time. Read more | Social Media |
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Who We AreDCPHA is dedicated to betterment of health in Washington, DC. This organization is comprised of public health practitioners who are passionate about improving public health.
| Contact Us2 Massachusetts Ave NE District of Columbia Public Health Association is an affiliated association of the American Public Health Association (APHA). We have collaborated with APHA to grow stronger as organizations, to share expertise, influence, and resources, and to advocate for common priorities at the local, state and federal levels. APHA is the national voice of public health and champions the health of all people and all communities. It is the only organization that combines a nearly 150-year perspective, a broad-based member community and the ability to influence federal policy to improve the public’s health. Learn more at www.apha.org. |
