4266.0 - Building your MCH toolkit: Strategies for effective advocacy and policy development for current times.

Program: Maternal and Child Health

Author: Gregg Gonsalves

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Description

This session will focus on preparing participants with practical advocacy and policy skills for innovative strategies for tomorrow. Through interactive exercises and real-world dialogue, Maternal and Child Health (MCH) leaders, policy experts and public health advocates will provide approaches for strengthening MCH practice, advancing effective policies, and driving meaningful advocacy in today’s rapidly changing landscape. The session will address federal, state and local perspectives including information on current federal fiscal budget policy for MCH programs and recommendations to translate action at the local level. Communication and messaging strategies for engaging key partners and policymakers will be included. The session aims to build a framework for action to ensure that maternal and child health remains a priority in shaping a healthier, more resilient and equitable future.