AMCHP
Our membership also includes academic, advocacy, and community-based family health professionals, as well as families themselves.
The Association of Maternal & Child Health Programs (AMCHP) leads and supports programs nationally to protect and promote the optimal health of women, children, youth, families, and communities. The Association of Maternal & Child Health Programs is a national resource, partner, and advocate for state public health leaders and others working to improve the health of women, children, youth, and families, including those with special health care needs. AMCHP's members come from the highest levels of state government and include directors of maternal and child health programs, directors of programs for children with special health care needs, and other public health leaders who work with and support state maternal and child health programs. Our members directly serve all women and children nationwide, and strive to improve the health of all women, infants, children, and adolescents, including those with special health care needs, by administering critical public health education and screening services, and coordinating preventive, primary, and specialty care. AMCHP builds successful programs by disseminating best practices; advocating on our member's behalf in Washington; providing technical assistance; convening leaders to share experiences and ideas; and advising states about involving partners to reach our common goal of healthy children, healthy families, and healthy communities.
09/29/2026
On September 15, AMCHP co-led an organizational sign-on letter with the National Healthy Start Association, urging Congress to provide no less than $145.25 million for Healthy Start in FY27. Signed by nearly 360 organizations, the letter highlights Healthy Start’s vital role in supporting families during pregnancy, postpartum, and infancy and emphasizes that Healthy Start and MIECHV serve distinct, complementary roles.
AMCHP will continue to advocate for robust funding for Healthy Start and other vital MCH programs throughout the FY27 appropriations process and beyond.
Read the full Policy Alert: bit.ly/PA-092526
09/25/2026
Prevention starts with community, and Native youth are an essential part of building communities where everyone can feel safe, supported, and informed.
Our latest episode, created in partnership with the National Indian Health Board’s Tribal Youth Advisory Council, explores the realities of domestic violence in Native communities and the ways young people are stepping up to support their peers, families, and communities.
Join us in listening to Taralynn Chesley and Joelnell Momberg share their perspectives and experiences. 🎧 bit.ly/MCHB-23
09/24/2026
LAST CALL 📢 The deadline to submit proposals for our is right around the corner! We are accepting proposals for supporting our theme “Recharge, Reimagine, and Rise,” until Wednesday, September 30.
For 2027, presenters will have the opportunity to showcase their work on a prominent stage through various session formats, including Workshops, Lightning Talks, Student and Early Career Professional Grand Rounds, and Discussions under any of the nine topical areas available. Additionally, proposals will also have the option to select a specific theme related to recharge, reimagine, or rise.
To learn more, please visit bit.ly/AMCHP2027-CFP. Additionally, you may also watch the Call for Proposals webinar recording, available at bit.ly/2027CFPW-Rec.
09/23/2026
No matter where your state is on its collaboration journey, AMCHP's revamped Aligning Early Childhood Systems: Ten Recommendations and a Roadmap for Action offers practical guidance to support your work.
Use the resource to:
✔️ Understand opportunities for alignment
✔️ Assess your current approach
✔️ Identify and implement strategies to align shared early childhood outcomes
Explore the interactive resource: bit.ly/ECC-RRA
09/22/2026
Did you miss our Policy and Partnerships Town Hall on September 10? Check out the recording at amchp.org/government-affairs, and register for our upcoming edition on October 8, from 2-3 PM ET at bit.ly/AMCHP-PPTH26!
09/21/2026
Join AMCHP on September 30 from 1–2:30 PM ET for an interactive webinar on Building Meaningful Partnerships with People Impacted by Perinatal Substance Use.
Hear from four presenters and take part in engaging breakout discussions on what it takes to create supportive professional environments and sustainable workforce integration.
Register now: bit.ly/PSUD-0930. Space is limited, and the webinar will not be recorded.
09/18/2026
This week, AMCHP’s Policy and Government Affairs Manager, Gabrielle Galusha, joined the National Conference of State Legislatures (NCSL) to share how states are working to improve maternal health outcomes through policy levers like Medicaid and the Rural Health Transformation Program (RHTP). Gabrielle highlighted recent state efforts and opportunities to leverage federal programs and funding to strengthen maternal health care.
Thank you to NCSL for the opportunity to share AMCHP’s perspective!
09/18/2026
Looking for the latest evidence and resources in ? Dive into the AMCHP Resource Library – your go-to hub for interactive toolkits, webinars, publications, and more! Filter by keyword or category to find exactly what you need to support families in your community.
Access it now: bit.ly/AMCHPRL
09/17/2026
🚨Deadline approaching! Proposals for the Annual Conference are being accepted until September 30.
Each year, the AMCHP conference attracts over 1,000 participants from across the country, making it one of the largest platforms to showcase work in maternal and child health. Make sure yours is one of those!
For details about the various session formats, topic areas, and our 2027 theme, “Recharge, Reimagine, and Rise,” please visit the call for proposals website at bit.ly/AMCHP2027-CFP.
Make sure to submit your work by the deadline, as it will not be extended! AMCHP staff estimate that it takes about 2 hours to compile all content and 15-20 minutes to complete the submission forms.
09/16/2026
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