AzAHPERD Advocacy

Advocacy is defined as the act or process of advocating or supporting a cause or proposal.

There are a lot of issues fighting for attention in our schools, colleges, and universities. Because everyone on the AzAHPERD Governing Board is also a working professional, we understand the pressures that take our focus away from advancing the health and well-being of the students we serve. However, if we don't take personal resposnsibility for advancing a cause that effects every family in our state - who will? If we don't take personal responsibility for our program growth and professional development - who will?

Go to AAHPERD's Advocacy Center

Go to Arizona State Legislature Website

Go to the CDC's website and download the powerful slide show depicting the epidemic growth of adult obesity in the US since 1990. It is sure to make your audience take notice!

AzAHPERD is your professional partner. Use this website, its resources, and the links as a tool to help you advocate for the health, well-being,and optimal growth of your students. Contact a governing board member in your area for professional advice, ideas, or support.