HS 210 Exam Questions With
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policy making - ANSWER Most of the population health policy making occurs at the
federal level
Policies with bipartisan support are more likely to be implemented
Budgetary issues need to be considered
implementation barriers - ANSWER Requires the enactment of a law or regulation
Does it require a new government program
Will it require a culture change
Does it have the support of stakeholders
advocating - ANSWER The process by which the actions of individuals or groups
attempt to bring about social and/or organization change on behalf of a particular health
goal, program, interest, or population
Includes educating policymakers and the public about evidence-based policy
educating - ANSWER Nonpartisan: Education, Information, Research, Analysis
lobbying - ANSWER subset of advocacy
most often direct
Attempts to influence a legislative body through communication with a member or
employee of a legislative body, or with a government official who participates in
formulating legislation
Includes written and oral communication for or against specific legislation
Federal funds cannot be used
grassroots lobbying - ANSWER Attempting to influence legislation by encouraging the
public contact legislators about legislation
advocacy tips - ANSWER Advocacy is building relationships
Be confident
Plan and practice your message
, Present a clear and compelling message; less is more
Offer yourself as an expert resource and provide examples from your community;
stories are more compelling than statistics
Goal is to become a valuable resource for policymakers
advocacy v. lobbying - ANSWER Lobbying is a subset of advocacy
Non-profit organizations can advocate and lobby
Lobby with restrictions if they receive federal funds
Legislators should interact with issue leaders
health advocacy importance - ANSWER Ability to inform and impact public policy
Keeps the focus on those in need who may not be able to speak for themselves
Promotes change at the system level
Works to overcome system barriers
Highlights the work of your profession and professional organizations
Have a seat at the decision-making table and a voice when decisions are made
advocacy toolkit - ANSWER Know the facts
Use the facts
Have a clear and concise message
Nurture relationships and work collaboratively
Engage the public
Make your voice heard!
Say thank you
steps to advocacy - ANSWER choose your issue
Develop a foundation of knowledge
Identify the process
Build credibility
Increase links to advocacy groups and coalitions
Deliver the message
Complete Solution
policy making - ANSWER Most of the population health policy making occurs at the
federal level
Policies with bipartisan support are more likely to be implemented
Budgetary issues need to be considered
implementation barriers - ANSWER Requires the enactment of a law or regulation
Does it require a new government program
Will it require a culture change
Does it have the support of stakeholders
advocating - ANSWER The process by which the actions of individuals or groups
attempt to bring about social and/or organization change on behalf of a particular health
goal, program, interest, or population
Includes educating policymakers and the public about evidence-based policy
educating - ANSWER Nonpartisan: Education, Information, Research, Analysis
lobbying - ANSWER subset of advocacy
most often direct
Attempts to influence a legislative body through communication with a member or
employee of a legislative body, or with a government official who participates in
formulating legislation
Includes written and oral communication for or against specific legislation
Federal funds cannot be used
grassroots lobbying - ANSWER Attempting to influence legislation by encouraging the
public contact legislators about legislation
advocacy tips - ANSWER Advocacy is building relationships
Be confident
Plan and practice your message
, Present a clear and compelling message; less is more
Offer yourself as an expert resource and provide examples from your community;
stories are more compelling than statistics
Goal is to become a valuable resource for policymakers
advocacy v. lobbying - ANSWER Lobbying is a subset of advocacy
Non-profit organizations can advocate and lobby
Lobby with restrictions if they receive federal funds
Legislators should interact with issue leaders
health advocacy importance - ANSWER Ability to inform and impact public policy
Keeps the focus on those in need who may not be able to speak for themselves
Promotes change at the system level
Works to overcome system barriers
Highlights the work of your profession and professional organizations
Have a seat at the decision-making table and a voice when decisions are made
advocacy toolkit - ANSWER Know the facts
Use the facts
Have a clear and concise message
Nurture relationships and work collaboratively
Engage the public
Make your voice heard!
Say thank you
steps to advocacy - ANSWER choose your issue
Develop a foundation of knowledge
Identify the process
Build credibility
Increase links to advocacy groups and coalitions
Deliver the message
