Advisory Groups

NACCHO's advisory groups are made up of members from the local health departments across the country in order to engage them in NACCHO's vision for public health. NACCHO's vision is 'health, equity, and well-being for all people in their communities through public health policies and service'.

By getting involved with NACCHO's advisory groups members have the opportunity to work with their peers, network at a national level and they are a vehicle for members to influence the organization operation direction through their expertise and experience.

What are Advisory Groups?

NACCHO has four different types of advisory groups: Essential Services Committee (ESC), Strategic Direction Team (SDT), Workgroup and Standing Committee. Each advisory group performs a certain role for the association. Their roles are as follows:

The Essential Services Committee and Strategic Direction Team assures that NACCHO's work is aligned with the current strategic plan.
NACCHO's Workgroups serve in an advisory capacity for NACCHO projects.
The primary responsibilities of the Standing Committees are to ensure NACCHO's effective operation as a membership association and to enhance NACCHO's infrastructure to achieve its mission.

In order to execute these roles, each advisory group has a set list of responsibilities and expectations for member, chair and liaisons. Please click here to look at the responsibilities and expectations for members and click here for the responsibilities and expectations for chairs and liaisons.

How to Apply?

NACCHO advisory groups appointments process occurs annually, appointing people to a two year term. NACCHO will begin accepting applications for those interested in serving on an advisory group in Spring, 2010. In order to apply you must fit the following criteria:

NACCHO Member
Ability to serve for two years
Participate in 80% of conference calls and in-person meetings

If you have question regarding the advisory group appointment process please refer to the FAQ's below or contact Maggie English at menglish@naccho.org.

2009 Orientation Materials

View Slidecast 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 2009–2010 orientation is now available to view via slidecast on this Web site 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 »

Updated: February, 2010