AMCHP organizational committees assist the organization in carrying out its mission, goals and strategic plan. They serve to engage members in activities, provide advice and guidance to the board and staff, and make recommendations for policy analysis and development. They are comprised of AMCHP members and a staff liaison, and may also include representatives from federal agencies and involve partner organizations when appropriate.
Adolescent Health Advisory Committee
The primary purpose of the Adolescent Health Advisory Committee (AHAC) is to provide input, from a member perspective, to inform AMCHP’s adolescent health program work and consider implications for state MCH programs.
Annual Conference Planning Committee
AMCHP’s Annual Conference Committee oversee the planning and implementation of our annual convening of state MCH leaders and partners. The planning committee solicits and reviews conference program presentations and works with staff to assure the Annual Conference meets the needs of all AMCHP members. Chair: Nan Streeter; Vice-Chair: TBA.
Emerging Issues Committee
The Emerging Issues Committee identifies priority issues as they emerge in the MCH field. After identifying an issue requiring further exploration, the committee creates a short-term workgroup to craft recommendations on the issue. The committee forwards the recommendations to the board of directors for adoption and oversee the working groups as they carry out their activities. Chair: Jan Borst; Vice-Chair: Marilyn Kacica.
Family & Youth Leadership Committee
The Family & Youth Leadership Committee works to advance the role of families in the design and creation of state, local and nation health systems serving women and children including children and youth with special health needs The Family & Youth Leadership Committee envisions that all families be empowered to be effective leaders and advocates in partnership with health care. Chair: Ruth Walden; Vice-Chair: Rodney Farley.
Legislative & Health Care Finance Committee
The Health Care Finance Committee focuses on the financing of public health programs, such as Medicaid, private insurance and SCHIP. The committee reviews state efforts to ensure all women, children and families have health care coverage; identifies innovative financing policies to share with other state Title V programs; and makes recommendations for AMCHP policy statements to support national efforts to expand access to quality health care. Chair: Jim Bryant; Vice-Chair: Chris Kus.
Workforce Development Committee
The Workforce Development Committee develops strategies to help Title V staff in their daily jobs. It identifies issues that state Title V programs are facing in recruiting, training and retaining staff. The committee identifies resources from across the country to help Title V staff address these issues, including training and technical assistance, data and assessment, and professional development. The committee also provides member input on AMCHP programs created to support the Title V workforce, such as the new director mentor program. Chair: Suzanna Dooley; Vice-Chair: Katherine Bradley.