Government Affairs, Health Policy, and Advocacy Resources
Community Health Needs Assessment (CHNA)
CHOP’s Community Health Needs Assessment (CHNA) report and implementation plan identify community needs and outline CHOP’s strategies to address these needs.
Community Impact Reports
If you’d like to explore our reports going back to 2012, we have them available just a click away.
How To Be a Children's Health Advocate
At CHOP, we are committed to advocating on behalf of children's health in courtrooms and legislative chambers. Find out how you can become an advocate, too.
Our Commitment to New Jersey's Children
https://media.chop.edu/data/files/pdfs/nj-fact-sheet-vs3.pdf
Learn about CHOP's commitment to providing world-class services and improving the health of New Jersey’s children.
Our Commitment to Pennsylvania’s Children
https://media.chop.edu/data/files/pdfs/pa-fact-sheet-vs5.pdf
Read about CHOP's commitment to providing world-class services and improving the health of Pennsylvania’s children.
The Pediatric Behavioral Health Crisis [PDF]
A Primer for Stakeholder Engagement from Children's Hospital of Philadelphia.
Tips for Reaching Out to Your Elected Officials
Legislative advocacy is speaking up for another or championing a cause in order to change public policy. Find tips for voicing your concerns to your legislators.
Videos
Repairing a Home, Improving a Child's Health: CAPP+
Mildew or mold can make a child’s asthma worse. Learn about CAPP+, a new program that provides free home repairs to improve children's asthma.
Speak Up For Kids: An Advocacy Animation
It's important to advocate for kids at the local, state and federal level. This animation illustrates how your voice can help bring about healthcare policies that help children and teens.
Unpacking the Pediatric Behavioral Health Crisis: Key Steps to Address Short- and Long-term Needs
Learn more about the pediatric behavioral health crisis from a panel of experts at CHOP.