Advocacy Activities: Public health advocates help influence the
way the public and policymakers think and act on public health
issues. Take Action! Send a message to your members of Congress
on a variety of current public health issues. Your voice will
make a difference in the policymaking process. Get involved and
help shape the national debate on public health issues! Learn
about current public health legislation and APHA's position on
various issues. Meeting with and contacting your members of
Congress: Meeting with your members of Congress, either in
Washington, DC or in your state, is an effective way to share
your support for public health programs. APHA has prepared
sample email meeting requests, materials to bring to your
meeting, Frequently Asked Questions, and more! PHACT Campaign:
APHA's summer campaign to mobilize its members, affiliates, and
other advocates to educate their members of Congress on
important public health issues that build healthy communities.
Coalitions: APHA coordinates two coali