MPHA enjoys a diverse membership of organizational partners who share our vision for an equitable and healthy Commonwealth. This month we are happy to highlight the work of our partner organization AIDS Action Committee. Read our interview with Executive Director…
Read MoreThe Alliance of Massachusetts YMCA’s (MA YMCAs) is a longstanding partner of MPHA, and was among the inaugural group of organizations that joined MPHA’s Organizational Membership program in 2013. Massachusetts YMCAs serve 1.3 million people across the Commonwealth. The Alliance…
Read MoreThe Massachusetts Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (MAND) is a long time organizational member of MPHA, and a leading affiliate of The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, the world’s largest organization of food and nutrition professionals. The Academy of Nutrition…
Read MoreFollowing weeks of devastating tragedies across the nation involving assault weapons, including the largest mass murder in the history of our country, Attorney General Maura Healey announced on July 20, that the Commonwealth will crackdown on illegal sales of assault weapons in Massachusetts….
Read MoreLast night, the House approved an Economic Development bill which includes $6 million in capital dollars for the Massachusetts Food Trust! The action comes after nearly 4 years of intensive advocacy and organizing by MPHA, members of the Act FRESH Campaign,…
Read MoreLast Friday, June 3, nearly 400 people from across the Commonwealth came together over breakfast to honor four dedicated and accomplished public health heroes and to demonstrate support for MPHA’s commitment to a healthier and more equitable Massachusetts. Honorees provided…
Read MoreThese two leaders will join us at MPHA’s Spring Awards Breakfast on June 3, 2016 and share their work to reduce health inequities in Massachusetts. Welcoming Remarks: Maura Healey, Massachusetts Attorney General Attorney General Maura Healey will join MPHA at the Spring…
Read MoreThese four leaders will be celebrated at MPHA’s Spring Awards Breakfast on June 3, 2016 for their extraordinary work to reduce health inequities in Massachusetts. Paul Revere Award: Ray Considine, MSW, Recently retired CEO of Health Resources in Action. Ray…
Read MoreIn 2014, an inspiring day-long summit led to creation of the Western Massachusetts Health Equity Network (WMHEN). WMHEN is a collaboration of partners, including MPHA, from diverse fields working together to address the social determinants of health. Harnessing the power of collaboration, WMHEN is…
Read MoreAccess to affordable, convenient transportation plays a crucial role in public health. The cost and time required for daily travel between home, work, school, daycare, and groceries greatly impacts the quality of life for us all. Those who can afford…
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