Disability SectionPurposeTo broaden knowledge and awareness regarding health disparities and health issues impacting people with disabilities. GoalsTo raise awareness of gaps and barriers in health care for people with disabilities in Oregon. To provide information on disability issues to public health professionals. To share information about the public health field with people with disabilities. To work to improve communication between people with disabilities and public health professionals. To advocate for policies and programs that enhance the quality of life of people with disabilities Section LeadershipBoard Representative: Taryn Eudaly Co-Chairs: Jessica Coughlin & Ashley Peters Section Communications Chair: Jana Peterson-Besse Check Out What's New!Join us for our next meeting, March 19, 2pm. |
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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 champions optimal, equitable health and well-being for all. With our broad-based member community and 150-year perspective, we influence federal policy to improve the public’s health. Learn more at www.apha.org.