Massachusetts Public Health Alliance
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MPHA is the state’s leading voice for public health. We engage advocates to build healthy & vibrant communities for all residents, regardless of race, income, status, or zip code.
Learn more: mapublichealth.org
Learn more: mapublichealth.org
⏰ One day left! Don't miss your chance to see the ACLU of Massachusetts Data Privacy Art Installation located at the State House Gallery (4th floor.) Visit the gallery to learn why data privacy matters and what lawmakers should do to address the current inadequate laws.
February 5, 2026 at 8:01 PM
⏰ One day left! Don't miss your chance to see the ACLU of Massachusetts Data Privacy Art Installation located at the State House Gallery (4th floor.) Visit the gallery to learn why data privacy matters and what lawmakers should do to address the current inadequate laws.
🚨 Submit your nomination before its too late: bit.ly/NominatePubl...! MPHA is seeking nominations for our 24th Spring Awards Breakfast. Who do you know that has worked tirelessly for #healthequity in Massachusetts? Nominate them by Feb 13!
February 5, 2026 at 2:44 PM
🚨 Submit your nomination before its too late: bit.ly/NominatePubl...! MPHA is seeking nominations for our 24th Spring Awards Breakfast. Who do you know that has worked tirelessly for #healthequity in Massachusetts? Nominate them by Feb 13!
⏰ Time is running out! You have just 10 days left to nominate a #publichealthhero for the 24th Annual MPHA Spring Awards Breakfast. Who in your community is fighting for #publichealth and #healthequity during this critical moment? Nominate them and share their story! bit.ly/NominatePubl...
February 3, 2026 at 5:44 PM
⏰ Time is running out! You have just 10 days left to nominate a #publichealthhero for the 24th Annual MPHA Spring Awards Breakfast. Who in your community is fighting for #publichealth and #healthequity during this critical moment? Nominate them and share their story! bit.ly/NominatePubl...
Yesterday we attended the Declaration of Independence from ICE press conference, heard inspiring speakers, and delivered handwritten letters to senators including Sen. Miranda.
Contact your state legislators: bit.ly/3NLhPVe
Contact Gov. Healey: bit.ly/4bu1Rss
Contact your state legislators: bit.ly/3NLhPVe
Contact Gov. Healey: bit.ly/4bu1Rss
January 30, 2026 at 4:57 PM
Yesterday we attended the Declaration of Independence from ICE press conference, heard inspiring speakers, and delivered handwritten letters to senators including Sen. Miranda.
Contact your state legislators: bit.ly/3NLhPVe
Contact Gov. Healey: bit.ly/4bu1Rss
Contact your state legislators: bit.ly/3NLhPVe
Contact Gov. Healey: bit.ly/4bu1Rss
Please join us in welcoming Risa Silverman to the MPHA Board! After years of partnership with MPHA–including more than five years of service on our Policy Council–we’re grateful to have Risa’s insight, leadership, and collaborative spirit shaping our work!
January 30, 2026 at 2:50 PM
Please join us in welcoming Risa Silverman to the MPHA Board! After years of partnership with MPHA–including more than five years of service on our Policy Council–we’re grateful to have Risa’s insight, leadership, and collaborative spirit shaping our work!
Last week, we joined Coalition for Local Public Health (CLPH) members in connecting with municipal leaders, government officials, and public servants at #Connect351, hosted by the Massachusetts Municipal Association. (1)
January 27, 2026 at 8:55 PM
Last week, we joined Coalition for Local Public Health (CLPH) members in connecting with municipal leaders, government officials, and public servants at #Connect351, hosted by the Massachusetts Municipal Association. (1)
Massachusetts is currently experiencing a national shortage of blood. Make an appointment at a center near you to donate: www.redcrossblood.org
January 27, 2026 at 4:58 PM
Massachusetts is currently experiencing a national shortage of blood. Make an appointment at a center near you to donate: www.redcrossblood.org
📣 Join us this Wednesday, January 28th at the Massachusetts State House for a Day of Action with Massachusetts Families for Vaccines! We’ll be advocating for H.2554/S.1557, legislation to eliminate the non-medical vaccine exemption in MA.
Register: mafamiliesforvaccines.org/dayofadvocacy2026
Register: mafamiliesforvaccines.org/dayofadvocacy2026
January 26, 2026 at 4:33 PM
📣 Join us this Wednesday, January 28th at the Massachusetts State House for a Day of Action with Massachusetts Families for Vaccines! We’ll be advocating for H.2554/S.1557, legislation to eliminate the non-medical vaccine exemption in MA.
Register: mafamiliesforvaccines.org/dayofadvocacy2026
Register: mafamiliesforvaccines.org/dayofadvocacy2026
We’re excited to welcome Jacqueline Velez as MPHA’s new Director of Campaigns! 🎉 With 17+ years of experience in grassroots organizing & policy reform, Jacqueline brings a deep commitment to intersectional justice across criminal justice, housing, environmental, & public health!
January 22, 2026 at 2:49 PM
We’re excited to welcome Jacqueline Velez as MPHA’s new Director of Campaigns! 🎉 With 17+ years of experience in grassroots organizing & policy reform, Jacqueline brings a deep commitment to intersectional justice across criminal justice, housing, environmental, & public health!
We’re thrilled to welcome Dr. Matilde “Mattie” Castiel to the Board! As former head of Health & Human Services for Worcester & a longtime public health leader, she has dedicated her career to advancing health equity & strengthening communities. We can’t wait to see her leadership in action at MPHA!
January 21, 2026 at 7:15 PM
We’re thrilled to welcome Dr. Matilde “Mattie” Castiel to the Board! As former head of Health & Human Services for Worcester & a longtime public health leader, she has dedicated her career to advancing health equity & strengthening communities. We can’t wait to see her leadership in action at MPHA!
📣 We’re in the news! Gov. Maura Healey released new MA-specific childhood vaccine guidance, countering recent federal changes. As our ED Carlene Pavlos said, these are “life-saving vaccines.”
Read the full article in our press room: bit.ly/MPHAPressRoom
Read the full article in our press room: bit.ly/MPHAPressRoom
January 20, 2026 at 5:37 PM
📣 We’re in the news! Gov. Maura Healey released new MA-specific childhood vaccine guidance, countering recent federal changes. As our ED Carlene Pavlos said, these are “life-saving vaccines.”
Read the full article in our press room: bit.ly/MPHAPressRoom
Read the full article in our press room: bit.ly/MPHAPressRoom
Celebrate Public Health Heroes at MPHA's 24th Annual Spring Awards! Know someone doing incredible work to advance hashtag#publichealth & equity? Nominate them by February 13! bit.ly/NominatePubl...
🗓️ June 5, 2026 | 8-10:30 AM
🗓️ June 5, 2026 | 8-10:30 AM
January 16, 2026 at 8:01 PM
Celebrate Public Health Heroes at MPHA's 24th Annual Spring Awards! Know someone doing incredible work to advance hashtag#publichealth & equity? Nominate them by February 13! bit.ly/NominatePubl...
🗓️ June 5, 2026 | 8-10:30 AM
🗓️ June 5, 2026 | 8-10:30 AM
📣 MPHA is in the news. Alongside leading medical organizations, we’ve filed legal action to stop the Feb 25–26 ACIP meeting and reverse recent changes to the pediatric immunization schedule made without a transparent, science-based process.
Read our statement and coverage: bit.ly/3YFnJJN
Read our statement and coverage: bit.ly/3YFnJJN
January 16, 2026 at 3:17 PM
📣 MPHA is in the news. Alongside leading medical organizations, we’ve filed legal action to stop the Feb 25–26 ACIP meeting and reverse recent changes to the pediatric immunization schedule made without a transparent, science-based process.
Read our statement and coverage: bit.ly/3YFnJJN
Read our statement and coverage: bit.ly/3YFnJJN
Welcome to the MPHA Board, Maria Rios, MPH, Director of Equity & Community Health Policy at MassGeneralBrigham. Maria is already a valued partner to MPHA on shared policy priorities, and we’re excited to have her leadership and expertise advancing our mission for a healthier & more equitable MA!
January 14, 2026 at 4:45 PM
Welcome to the MPHA Board, Maria Rios, MPH, Director of Equity & Community Health Policy at MassGeneralBrigham. Maria is already a valued partner to MPHA on shared policy priorities, and we’re excited to have her leadership and expertise advancing our mission for a healthier & more equitable MA!
#ICYMI: Last week, a federal judge refused to dismiss MPHA’s lawsuit challenging vaccine policy changes under HHS and Robert F. Kennedy Jr., allowing our case to move forward.
Read the full update in our latest #ResistanceInAction email: conta.cc/453dIJW
Read the full update in our latest #ResistanceInAction email: conta.cc/453dIJW
January 13, 2026 at 4:57 PM
#ICYMI: Last week, a federal judge refused to dismiss MPHA’s lawsuit challenging vaccine policy changes under HHS and Robert F. Kennedy Jr., allowing our case to move forward.
Read the full update in our latest #ResistanceInAction email: conta.cc/453dIJW
Read the full update in our latest #ResistanceInAction email: conta.cc/453dIJW
We’re closing out our annual giving drive tonight, and we’re incredibly grateful to share that our community helped us reach our $20,000 goal 🎉 With just 11 hours left, we’re inviting our community to help us build on this momentum. If you’ve been meaning to give, now is the moment: bit.ly/49GspFW
January 9, 2026 at 5:58 PM
We’re closing out our annual giving drive tonight, and we’re incredibly grateful to share that our community helped us reach our $20,000 goal 🎉 With just 11 hours left, we’re inviting our community to help us build on this momentum. If you’ve been meaning to give, now is the moment: bit.ly/49GspFW
Please join us in welcoming Kurt Fauerbach, new MPHA Board member and Senior Vice President at Edelman Financial Engines! Having filled a board vacancy since March, he has already brought incredible momentum to our work. We’re grateful to have his vision helping drive #HealthEquity forward in 2026!
January 7, 2026 at 4:17 PM
Please join us in welcoming Kurt Fauerbach, new MPHA Board member and Senior Vice President at Edelman Financial Engines! Having filled a board vacancy since March, he has already brought incredible momentum to our work. We’re grateful to have his vision helping drive #HealthEquity forward in 2026!
As we kick off 2026, one thing is clear: your partnership with MPHA fuels our work for health equity. There’s still time to contribute this week to our annual giving drive. We’re less than $2,000 away from our $20,000 goal – and can get there with your support: bit.ly/49GspFW
January 6, 2026 at 5:33 PM
As we kick off 2026, one thing is clear: your partnership with MPHA fuels our work for health equity. There’s still time to contribute this week to our annual giving drive. We’re less than $2,000 away from our $20,000 goal – and can get there with your support: bit.ly/49GspFW
✨ New year. New goals. A stronger foundation for health. As you think about New Year’s resolutions, focus on health goals that support long-term resilience—so we can stay #ReadyForAction.
Read what physicians have to say here: www.ama-assn.org/public-healt...
Read what physicians have to say here: www.ama-assn.org/public-healt...
January 5, 2026 at 3:41 PM
✨ New year. New goals. A stronger foundation for health. As you think about New Year’s resolutions, focus on health goals that support long-term resilience—so we can stay #ReadyForAction.
Read what physicians have to say here: www.ama-assn.org/public-healt...
Read what physicians have to say here: www.ama-assn.org/public-healt...
As the final hours of 2025 wind down, we want you to know how thankful we are for you and your support of MPHA. Together, we have demonstrated the power of #alliance!
Will you help us start the new year on solid footing? Make a year-end donation before the clock strikes twelve: bit.ly/49GspFW
Will you help us start the new year on solid footing? Make a year-end donation before the clock strikes twelve: bit.ly/49GspFW
December 31, 2025 at 2:33 PM
As the final hours of 2025 wind down, we want you to know how thankful we are for you and your support of MPHA. Together, we have demonstrated the power of #alliance!
Will you help us start the new year on solid footing? Make a year-end donation before the clock strikes twelve: bit.ly/49GspFW
Will you help us start the new year on solid footing? Make a year-end donation before the clock strikes twelve: bit.ly/49GspFW
🎉 We’re excited to share an update from MPHA! 🎉
MPHA now accepts gifts through Donor-Advised Funds (DAFs), making it easier than ever to support our work advancing health equity and racial justice across Massachusetts.
Make your donation today: bit.ly/4agqeJs
MPHA now accepts gifts through Donor-Advised Funds (DAFs), making it easier than ever to support our work advancing health equity and racial justice across Massachusetts.
Make your donation today: bit.ly/4agqeJs
December 18, 2025 at 8:09 PM
🎉 We’re excited to share an update from MPHA! 🎉
MPHA now accepts gifts through Donor-Advised Funds (DAFs), making it easier than ever to support our work advancing health equity and racial justice across Massachusetts.
Make your donation today: bit.ly/4agqeJs
MPHA now accepts gifts through Donor-Advised Funds (DAFs), making it easier than ever to support our work advancing health equity and racial justice across Massachusetts.
Make your donation today: bit.ly/4agqeJs
Last week, MPHA Deputy Director, Oami Amarasingham connected with Madeleine Scammell, BUSPH, Sofia Owen, ACE, and Britteny Jenkins, CLF, to celebrate Conservation Law Foundations' unwavering advocacy across courtrooms, statehouses, and boardrooms from New England to D.C!
December 15, 2025 at 5:11 PM
Last week, MPHA Deputy Director, Oami Amarasingham connected with Madeleine Scammell, BUSPH, Sofia Owen, ACE, and Britteny Jenkins, CLF, to celebrate Conservation Law Foundations' unwavering advocacy across courtrooms, statehouses, and boardrooms from New England to D.C!
#ICYMI: The Alliance Monthly, our December 2025 newsletter, is here! Highlights from this issue include:
✅ Welcoming our New Board Members
✅ Rent control advances
And so much more!
Stay informed, inspired, and ready to make a difference. Read the full issue: mapublichealth.org/newsletter/
✅ Welcoming our New Board Members
✅ Rent control advances
And so much more!
Stay informed, inspired, and ready to make a difference. Read the full issue: mapublichealth.org/newsletter/
December 12, 2025 at 2:25 PM
#ICYMI: The Alliance Monthly, our December 2025 newsletter, is here! Highlights from this issue include:
✅ Welcoming our New Board Members
✅ Rent control advances
And so much more!
Stay informed, inspired, and ready to make a difference. Read the full issue: mapublichealth.org/newsletter/
✅ Welcoming our New Board Members
✅ Rent control advances
And so much more!
Stay informed, inspired, and ready to make a difference. Read the full issue: mapublichealth.org/newsletter/
Massachusetts is at a key moment in the fight for #rentcontrol. Join MPHA Deputy Director Oami Amarasingham and partners for a conversation on current efforts and how to support this movement.
When: Wednesday, December 17 at 2:00 PM (EST)
Where: On Zoom
Register here: lnkd.in/emfdvECE
When: Wednesday, December 17 at 2:00 PM (EST)
Where: On Zoom
Register here: lnkd.in/emfdvECE
December 11, 2025 at 9:35 PM
Massachusetts is at a key moment in the fight for #rentcontrol. Join MPHA Deputy Director Oami Amarasingham and partners for a conversation on current efforts and how to support this movement.
When: Wednesday, December 17 at 2:00 PM (EST)
Where: On Zoom
Register here: lnkd.in/emfdvECE
When: Wednesday, December 17 at 2:00 PM (EST)
Where: On Zoom
Register here: lnkd.in/emfdvECE
Public health is under pressure — measles outbreaks, food insecurity, and misinformation threaten communities. Help us strengthen the safety net, advance equity and justice, and create healthy, thriving communities!
Donate today: bit.ly/49GspFW
Donate today: bit.ly/49GspFW
December 10, 2025 at 7:13 PM
Public health is under pressure — measles outbreaks, food insecurity, and misinformation threaten communities. Help us strengthen the safety net, advance equity and justice, and create healthy, thriving communities!
Donate today: bit.ly/49GspFW
Donate today: bit.ly/49GspFW