Government Affairs, Health Policy, and Advocacy
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The Office of Government Affairs, Health Policy and Advocacy at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) partners with families, clinicians, community representatives and hospital leaders to identify issues affecting children that need to be addressed at the local, state or federal government level. Our role is to develop and advocate for legislation that improves and protects the health and well-being of the children and families CHOP serves.
Our priorities
Children’s health is affected by what happens both inside and outside of our hospital. From equitable access to care to government funding for the next research breakthrough, our advocacy centers around helping all children thrive.
CHOP's Gun Safety Program talks to families in primary care offices, the ER and their communities.
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Be an advocate for children
To make a real difference for children, we need people like you with real-life experience. Join us, and let’s make our voices heard!
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Family and community resources
Learn about our commitment to children, the impact of our work and how you can get involved.
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Our team
Our team serves as the connection between CHOP and local, state and government officials. We work together to find and advance solutions to the most pressing problems facing children today.
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CHOP and NJM Insurance Group Celebrate Expanded Availability of Assessments Across CHOP’s Primary Care Network
Thanks to a collaboration between Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) and NJM Insurance Group (NJM), thousands of adolescent drivers have completed a virtual driving assessment (VDA) to better prepare them for navigating the road.
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Leading Healthcare Systems Join National Gun Safety Movement to Address Leading Cause of Death in Kids
To encourage families and communities to help protect children from gun violence, leading healthcare systems across the tri-state area have joined thousands of hospitals and health associations in a nationwide public awareness and education campaign.