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Minnesota Public Health Association

Since 1907, MPHA has been dedicated to creating a healthier Minnesota through effective public health practice and engaged citizens. 

Policy and Advocacy Committee

Overview

The MPHA Policy & Advocacy (P&A) Committee is open to all members interested in deepening their understanding of public health policy and advocacy. Participation is a great way to learn, grow your skills, and contribute to shaping MPHA’s voice in the policy arena.

Grounded in MPHA’s 2025–2028 Public Policy Platform and Strategic Plan, the committee serves as a hub for collaborative, evidence-informed policy engagement. It promotes fairness, access, and the removal of all barriers that affect health, while connecting members to real-time advocacy efforts across Minnesota and through APHA across the nation.

Key committee activities include:

  • Gathering input from members on current policy issues to create MPHA’s Public Policy Platform (PPP).
  • Developing and recommending MPHA’s annual policy agenda Aligned with PPP and MPHA Strategic Plan.
  • Creating advocacy materials and playbooks for members for policymaker engagement.
  • Collaborating with external partners and peer organizations to advance shared priorities.
  • Reviewing and advising on MPHA and APHA on policy topics.

The committee is a space to build advocacy skills, share diverse perspectives, and stay informed about state and federal policy developments. Members play a vital role in policy analysis and in crafting recommendations that reflect MPHA’s values and the priorities of its membership.

While it does not set policy independently, the committee advises the Governing Council on key issues through well-informed recommendations. Members and partners may request time on the agenda to present policy topics—priority is given to those aligned with MPHA’s platform, including workforce development, community voice, and system-level change.


MPHA 2025-2026 Legislative Priorities

How to get involved

We look forward to welcoming you to the committee!

The Policy & Advocacy Committee meets on the second Tuesday of each month from 12 PM to 1 PM. All MPHA members are welcome to attend.

Click here to become a committee member and register to receive an invitation for our meetings.

If you’re interested in learning more or getting involved, reach out to the committee co-chairs at policy@mpha.net—we’d love to connect with you.

Committee Co-Chairs


Co-Chair, John Pournoor


Co-Chair, Matt Flory

Why did you join MPHA?

I joined MPHA because I was invited by a colleague. If you know someone who could benefit from membership or make a contribution, its always good to ask people. I renew my membership because I enjoy the chance to work with a broad cross section of the profession, everyone from county public health to university professors to community health workers. THIS is good company to keep.

What is your favorite thing about Minnesota?

State Parks. SO many State Parks.


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