Members can directly contribute to IPHA’s strategic approach through participating in one of our standing committees or the PHCI Planning Committee. Current IPHA members should complete the form on this page to express interest in joining a committee. Email info@iowapha.org with any questions. Students who wish to actively contribute to any of the IPHA standing committees have the opportunity to earn a student-level membership scholarship.
Committees
IPHA members can directly shape our work by participating in one of our active committees.
Advocacy Committee
The Advocacy Committee ensures IPHA members are aware of current policy issues and are equipped with the relevant public health information to share with legislators and public officials. Activities include planning IPHA events like Speak for Health, the IPHA Legislative Forum, Public Health Day on the Hill, and developing action alerts for members. The Committee meets on the 1st and 3rd Mondays of each month at 2:00 PM.
Social Media Community of Practice
The Social Media Community of Practice assists with the creation and dissemination of messaging that promotes public health in Iowa and IPHA itself. Learn and share creative best practices in health communication.
Finance Committee
The Finance Committee works with the IPHA Executive Director to set the annual budget, development goals, and conduct an annual audit. This committee is chaired by the sitting Treasurer from the IPHA Board of Directors and is an excellent fit for those who wish to learn more about non-profit operations.
PHCI Planning Committee
The Public Health Conference of Iowa Planning Committee is a special committee that works together to plan and implement all the elements of IPHA’s Annual Conference such as securing space and keynote speakers, soliciting presenters and exhibitors, organizing volunteers for the days of the conference and many other activities. The Conference Planning Committee is chaired by a rotating member of the IPHA Board of Directors.