American Public Health Association

APHA serves as a convenor, catalyst and advocate to build capacity in the public health community. We champion optimal, equitable health and well-being for all. We speak out for public health issues and [policies backed by science](https://apha.org/Policies-and-Advocacy/Public-Health-Policy-Statements). We are the only organization that combines a 150-year perspective, a [broad-based member community](https://apha.org/APHA-Communities/Member-Sections) and the ability to [influence federal policy](https://apha.org/Policies-and-Advocacy/Advocacy-for-Public-Health) to improve the public's health. **Our Mission** Build public health capacity and promote effective policy and practice **Our Vision** Optimal, equitable health and well-being for all **Our Values** - Community - Science- and evidence-based decisionmaking - Health equity and justice - Prevention and wellness - Measurable progress in improving health - Fortitude to persevere