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About the Council of Affiliates

The Council of Affiliates was formed to promote efficient and effective communication and coordination of affiliate activities and affairs with APHA. The CoA:

• Promotes active involvement of affiliates in APHA programs and activities through effective communication;
• Keeps APHA informed of affiliate activities, advocating for involvement and assistance when needed;
• Identifies and works to resolve affiliate concerns;
• Maintains working relationships with the Executive Board and Governing Council as well as with other APHA groups and committees including the Inter-Sectional Council;
• Organizes and conducts several activities every year at ̽»¨app's Annual Meeting, including:
1. Affiliate Day
2. The Public Health Management Corporation-CoA Awards Reception
3. CoA-ISC Candidates Forum
4. Scientific Sessions (3)
5. Poster Sessions  
• Plans and coordinates joint meetings of Affiliate and section members at ̽»¨app’s midyear meeting and Annual Meeting; and
• Works collaboratively with ̽»¨app Affiliate Affairs staff.

The CoA Chairperson serves as an ex officio member of the ̽»¨app Executive Board and is a voting member of the Executive Board.

Council of Affiliates members

Council of Affiliates 2022 Annual Report (PDF)

Council of Affiliates Organizational Chart (PDF)

For additional information, please contact: Lindsey Wahowiak, 202-777-2508