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2024 MCMCH Policy Agenda
MCMCH’s policy agenda is approved each year by the Executive Board. Download a detailed copy here.
Overall Policy Objectives
- Work to assure adequate access to and reimbursement for services across all aspects of maternal and child health care including pre-conception health.
- Promote community involvement in and management of child health, optimal development and safety issues.
- Advocate for health literacy skills, health education, and healthy environments with a focus on prevention and early identification of risk across the life course from pre-conception care to healthy adulthood.
Maternal and Infant Health
Promote investment in a community-based continuum of care focusing on outreach and prevention programs that provide resources and support for pre-pregnancy family planning and prenatal care. Advocate for programs that improve birth outcomes, promote healthy, nurturing family relationships, and support child development.
Child and Adolescent Health
Build a family and person-centered continuum of care and multi-disciplinary approach for children and young adults to assess all facets of their health, learn to prevent health risks, and develop the knowledge and skills needed to make healthy decisions for lifelong health habits and optimal development.
