Public Health Associations’ Collaborative Effort

(PHACE)

Mission

To provide a forum wherein all public health disciplines are equally represented, via the leadership of the recognized New Jersey public health associations, to foster a single voice and face for the advancement of public health in New Jersey.

In New Jersey, six public health organizations established the Public Health Associations’ Collaborative Effort (PHACE). The six organizations are:

NJ Association of City and County Health Officials (NJACCHO)- The New Jersey Association of County and City Health Officials (NJACCHO) advances the art and science of public health, and ensures conditions that promote health, prevent disease and protect the health of the states's population through leadership, advocacy, collaboration and the assurance of workforce competencies. Email: mailto:info@njaccho.org

NJ Association of Public Health Nursing Administrators (NJAPHNA)- Preserve the one voice of Public Health nursing throughout New Jersey; while protecting residents by promoting & supporting community action, coordinating programs that facilitate preventative health efforts and preparing for emergencies. Email: mailto:Info@njaphna.org

NJ Environmental Health Association (NJEHA)-The mission of the New Jersey Environmental Health Association is to support the professional growth of environmental health specialists, provide a unified and informed voice in the development of public health practice and policy, and enhance the ability of members to aptly promote environmental and public health locally, regionally and globally. Email: mailto:info@njeha.org

NJ Local Boards of Health (NJLBHA) - NJLBHA provides unique learning opportunities geared to the needs of local board of health members. In addition to our Annual Meeting, we offer an orientation program for new board members and special issue workshops for all board members. We serve as your voice on the state and national level. We represent your views on the Public Health issues facing us. The needs of local boards of health are now being represented through NJLBHA with both the executive and legislative branches of state government as well as with our congressional representatives. Email: mailto:president@njlbha.org

NJ Public Health Association (NJPHA)- Founded in 1875, the New Jersey Public Health Association is the one of the oldest public health organizations in the U.S. Its mission is to strengthen, advocate and advance public health in New Jersey. Email: mailto:newjerseypha@gmail.com

NJ Society for Public Health Education (NJSOPHE)- The New Jersey Society for Public Health Education (NJ SOPHE) is                                       an  organization of health education professionals and students dedicated to improving health through practice and                                           research. NJ SOPHE is also committed to the advancement of health educators by offering professional development,                                       networking opportunities, and mentorship. Email : info@NJSOPHE.Org

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