About IPHA
| Mission The Idaho Public Health Association provides a forum for individuals and organizations to work collectively to assure conditions in which Idahoans will be healthy. ------------------------------------------- Goals Communication: To provide a centralized communication and coordination point for dissemination of public health information. Education: To assure an informed public and enhance the competency of public health. Collaboration: To promote the development of science-based public health policy and forge strategic partnerships for maximum influence, efficiency and effectiveness. Organization: To assure a sustainable IPHA infrastructure. -------------------------------------------------------------- Accomplishments Initiation of a campaign to support and showcase Public Health Week activities throughout Idaho. Organization of diverse stakeholders to advocate for the passage of important public health policies related to air quality, seatbelt use, child care regulations, and school nutrition and physical activity. Sponsorship of professional development opportunities in conjunction with the Idaho Health Care Conference and the Idaho Environmental Health Association annual meetings. Recognition of public health professionals through the Governor’s Proclamation for Idaho Public Health Day. Recipient of a three-year, $90,000.00 American Public Health Association Affiliate Capacity Building Grant. |
| Membership Benefits A powerful voice in public health legislation Educational and personal development opportunities Networking with colleagues, businesses and citizens Leadership opportunities Legislative updates A chance to impact public health in Idaho. To download a printable membership brochure, click here. |
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| History Established in 1952, the Idaho Public Health Association (IPHA) is the oldest non-profit organization representing public, private, and consumer health interests in Idaho. It is comprised of four key task groups, education, policy, communications and organizational development. ---- Now you can pay your membership dues or make a donation to the IPHA Scholarship fund online with PayPal. Click here for more information! |
IDAHO PUBLIC HEALTH ASSOCIATION
