About Us
The following is a brief presentation that offers a brief overview of our organization–who we are, what we do, and the impact we strive to make. Whether you’re new to our work or looking to get more involved we invite you to explore our mission, values, and ongoing initiatives.
We would love to hear from you!
Make your voice heard by advocating for public health matters:
MPHA is seeking Board nominees for the 2026-2028 term:
What is MPHA?
MPHA is the state affiliate for the American Public Health Association and has been advocating for public health since 1919. It is an interdisciplinary society of health professionals and other citizens who are concerned about problems and issues affecting public health in Michigan. People from diverse backgrounds and professions share these concerns and are welcomed as members.
Mission
We strengthen public health professionals, engage stakeholders, and influence policy so every Michigan community can flourish.
Vision
MPHA is a vibrant network of public health professionals and partners leading the way to a healthier, more equitable Michigan.
What is the purpose of MPHA?
- To promote public health in Michigan through education and advocacy.
- To conduct, or sponsor with others, research in public health and allied fields
- To disseminate information concerning developments in public health
What MPHA can provide for YOU?
- A forum for public health issues
- Input on priority issues selected each year by the membership
- Professional conferences
- Review of legislation and its impact
- Career development opportunities
- Leadership development
- Recognition and awards
- Affiliation with the American Public Health Association
- Peer-reviewed MJPH
- Camaraderie, collegiality, and fellowship
What can YOU provide MPHA?
- Help to develop goals and objectives for addressing public health issues through committees, divisions, task forces, or the Board of Directors
- Develop MPHA policies as a member of the Public Policy and/or Legislation Committees
- Participate in leadership within your professional group — MPHA Divisions
- Serve on MPHA committees such as Awards, Membership, Program, Newsletter, etc.
- Plan, attend, interact, and assist with MPHA conference and seminars
Principles / Values
We believe that the effective principles and practice of public health professional disciplines are central to the health and well-being of Michigan’s people and communities.
We believe that all Michigan residents have a right to access clinically and culturally appropriate, timely, and affordable preventive and therapeutic health care.
We believe that diversity within Michigan’s populations, among various cultures, and between the professional health disciplines enhances and enriches the public’s health.
We believe that inclusion of a variety of viewpoints, partnerships and teamwork involving broad representation of professionals and community members, and multidisciplinary interaction are essential to accomplishing significant improvements in the public’s health.
We believe that honest, clear, timely communication at the local, state, and national levels about critical public health issues requires an independent, voluntary association which bridges and transcends the traditional organizational and disciplinary boundaries.
We believe that excellent support for association members at all levels and in diverse disciplines contributes to the public’s health by providing an expert workforce that can innovate, develop, and sustain efforts for the future.