Advocacy
Medical Neutrality Protection Act
The Medical Neutrality Protection Act of 2011 (H.R. 2643) is a bipartisan bill, largely drafted by PHR, that makes the protection of medical professionals and access to medical services a global policy priority for the US government. The bill also … Continue reading
Addressing Health Disparities in MA
H.1517 and the Office of Health Equity Background/Bill Info In January 2011, State Representatives Jeffrey Sanchez and Byron Rushing introduced bill H.1517 to the General Court of Massachusetts. Bill H.1517 would establish an Office of Health Equity in the Office … Continue reading
Planning and Leading an Event
A successful event takes planning, organization, timing, and follow-up. Use this guide for tips on how to produce an effective event. Brainstorm Events are most effective when they advance your chapter’s overall strategy; they provide great opportunities to recruit members, raise … Continue reading
Toolkit: Student Chapter Toolkit
Subject: Advocacy and Education
Use: Advocacy, Outreach and Education
Subject: Advocacy and Education
Use: Advocacy, Outreach and Education
An Introduction To Asylum
What is asylum? Asylum is the process by which a person fleeing persecution in his or her country of origin can seek protection in another country. Every year, thousands of individuals who have suffered violence, injustice, and torture, seek asylum … Continue reading
Advocacy: Demanding Change
Throughout the year, both during National Actions and at other strategic times, you will have opportunities to help pass important legislation and influence policy. Here are a few advocacy tactics your Chapter can use – either individually or together. Power … Continue reading
Educational Events
Education is fundamental to advocacy. Before members of your community act, they must first be made aware of human rights violations. To raise awareness, options include hosting a speaker or a panel, a film screening, or a conference. Be aware … Continue reading
