Advisory Groups

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Volunteers' Contributions Make a Difference

NACCHO has designated April as volunteer recognition month. On behalf of NACCHO's board of directors, officers, and staff, we take this opportunity to thank our star members who donate time, energy, and expertise to help fulfill NACCHO's mission many different ways. More »

Call For Volunteers- Application Available March 1, 2012

Applications to serve on one of NACCHO's advisory groups will accepted from March 1 - 30, 2012.

NACCHO's advisory groups are a primary and recognized vehicle for identifying the opportunities and challenges facing local health departments (LHDs) and the field of public health at large. If you are unable to submit an application during this year's recruitment, please contact NACCHO membership team to find other ways to get involved with NACCHO.

To learn more about how to apply, click here.

2011–2012 Orientation Materials

View Orientation Presentation and Download Orientation Packet

Each year, NACCHO provides orientation for advisory group members to give an overview of the association's work, the purpose and function of the advisory groups, and an opportunity to hear the experiences of seasoned participants. The 2010–2011 orientation recorded PowerPoint presentation is now available to view on this website using the link below. This link will also take you to a page where you can download current orientation materials including a strategic map, a list of member responsibilities, and more. More »

Advisory Groups 101

Advisory groups are made up of staff from LHDs around the country. NACCHO's 41 advisory groups ensure that member input informs the organization's projects and priorities and work toward NACCHO's vision of "health, equity, and well-being for all people in their communities through public health policies and services."

NACCHO has four different types of advisory groups: executive committee, standing committees, committees, and workgroups. Each advisory group performs a certain role for the association. Their roles are as follows:

Executive Committee conducts the ongoing affairs of the association between the meetings of the Board of Directors and periodically updates the board with a summary of the work it has done during the year. All executive committee members serve in the interest of the entire NACCHO membership.
Standing Committees are responsible for ensuring NACCHO's effective operation as a membership association and enhancing NACCHO's infrastructure to achieve its mission.
Committees work from a broad level to assure that NACCHO's work is aligned with the current strategic map. They also ensure coordination between workgroups with related content areas.
Workgroups function at a more specific level and serve in an advisory capacity for NACCHO projects. Each workgroup reports to a relevant committee.

A list of NACCHO's advisory groups, along with their descriptions and the time commitments required to serve, is available here.

Each advisory group has a set list of roles and responsibilities outlining expectations for members, chairs, and liaisons. If you are interested in serving on an advisory group, please review these documents.