Advocacy
Watch VideoDiscover the many ways our faculty are impacting children's health beyond the hospital.
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Community
Our faculty collaborate with community stakeholders to develop partnerships, provide education, create programs and services, and change public policies and practices to improve children’s health.![](../images/advocacy-media360x200.jpg)
Media
Our faculty effectively utilize television, radio, print media and blogs to promote messages about child health and well-being.
Op-Ed by Dr. Christina Barriteau: Too Scared to Watch: Social Justice and Media
Op-Ed by Dr. Kyle Mack: Some Medical Examiners Say Sickle Cett Trait Causes Sudden Death - They're Wrong
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Legislative
Many of our faculty members testify at city, state and federal levels to promote issues concerning child health and well-being, as well as serving as content experts for legislative advocacy or policy development.
Using advocacy to improve the health and well-being of children is a defining element of pediatrics."
Associate Chair, Advocacy
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Faculty Advocacy Spotlight
Advocacy Board
Find out how our faculty encourage advocacy today and in future generations of pediatricians and scientists.
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