PROGRAM OVERVIEW
As health advocates and health centers, our vision is driven by the belief that health care is a human right, that it should be high quality, affordable, and accessible to everyone, and that it should be reliable and sustainable. The primary purpose of Policy & Government Affairs is to keep health centers informed about the evolving policy landscape and its potential impact on their work and patients, while also advocating for legislation that supports health centers and their patients. Additionally, we provide members with opportunities for advocacy and relationship-building with elected officials.
CORE SERVICES
- Lead health policy and advocacy strategy for the Coalition OC, that incorporates membership feedback.
- Serve as a liaison with policy and government relations peers · county, state, and federal levels to strengthen collaboration and advocacy efforts.
- Lead in the development and strengthening of governmental relationships with elected offices representing member health centers and their patients, fostering partnerships that support community health.
- Support efforts in raising the Coalition OC profile and creating broader awareness about Community Health Centers, the patients they serve, services they offer, and challenges they face.
- Lead in capacity building of the Coalition OC’s membership and broader community on civic engagement.
KEY PROGRAMS
- Policy: Conduct policy analysis, provide recommendations on positions and engagement strategy, and education to staff and member health centers.
- Advocacy: Foster engagement with local, state, and federal partners, and facilitate advocacy opportunities for Coalition OC staff and member health centers.
- Government Affairs: Strengthen relationships and engagement between elected leaders and member health centers to support community health goals.
- Civic Health: Enhance the civic engagement capacity of the Coalition OC and its membership, promoting a culture that values civic health.
