Episode #415 Uniting Multidisciplinary Voices for Public Health Policy
- Laura Hollabaugh
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- Jul 28
- 2 min read
On This Episode Of The Public Health Epidemiology Conversations (PHEC) Podcast
In this special episode of the PHEC Podcast, Dr. Huntley shares her experience moderating the American Public Health Association’s (APHA) Policy Action Institute in Washington, DC, June 2025. She engaged with a multidisciplinary group of professionals including policymakers, legislators, lawyers, medical doctors, nonprofit leaders, and business owners, each contributing to a robust conversation at the intersection of public health and policy. Dr. Huntley’s reflections offer real-world perspectives and practical inspiration for public health professionals seeking to impact policy and build collaborative solutions.
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Conversation Highlights
The APHA Policy Action Institute convened a multidisciplinary group of leaders to address the most urgent issues in public health policy.
Effective policy discussions benefit from the participation of professionals from diverse fields such as law, medicine, nonprofit leadership, and business.
Serving as a moderator enabled Dr. Huntley to facilitate dialogue and connection across public health sectors.
Events like this foster critical thinking, collaboration, and actionable planning for real-world change.
Engaging with policymakers in person helps professionals understand the complexities of advancing health initiatives at the legislative level.
The Institute provided an opportunity to strengthen public health networks and spark new partnerships.
Reflecting on high-level policy conversations, Dr. Huntley offers insight into the skills needed for advocacy and leadership in the public health arena.
"I had the extraordinary experience of engaging directly with policymakers, legislators, doctors, lawyers, nonprofit leaders, and business owners, all united by a passion for public health. It’s where collaboration truly sparked innovation." — Dr. Huntley
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