142nd APHA Annual Meeting and Exposition

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The who, what and how of advocacy

142nd APHA Annual Meeting and Exposition (November 15 - November 19, 2014): http://www.apha.org/events-and-meetings/annual
Monday, November 17, 2014: 12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
Oral
This session is designed to help new and seasoned advocates understand the restrictions surrounding lobbying and advocacy in the workplace. Panelists will address advocacy and lobbying laws and etiquette for employees in non-profit organizations, government agencies and other sensitive positions and the activities that public health advocates can participate in regardless of their employer and/or profession. Advocates will gain a better understanding of why advocacy matters, how to get involved and what APHA advocacy resources are available to them.
Session Objectives: Identify advocacy and lobbying laws and etiquette for employees in non-profit organizations and government agencies. Discuss effective activities that public health advocates can participate in regardless of their employer and/or profession.
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12:30pm
Everyone can be an advocate
Nicole Burda, MPH

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Organized by: APHA

CE Credits: Medical (CME), Health Education (CHES), Nursing (CNE), Public Health (CPH) , Masters Certified Health Education Specialist (MCHES)

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