Member Advocacy Program
IDSA and HIVMA have revamped the Member Advocacy Program to provide more opportunities for members and to recognize member advocacy. Join MAP to become a part of our community of members that work to expand their policy knowledge and advocate for ID/HIV priorities. The revamped program now has three engagement tiers: Ally, Advocate and Champion. The tiers denote the level of advocacy activities that members have engaged in so far. By continuing to participate in IDSA and HIVMA advocacy activities and joining MAP, you can rise to the level of Advocacy Champion. Members outside of the US can participate to stay up to date on US policy issues.
Purpose
As a part of the Member Advocacy Program, you will advocate with your colleagues with support from IDSA and HIVMA on issues that impact the ID and HIV landscape, develop relationships with key stakeholders on the Hill and directly contribute to IDSA’s and HIVMA’s influence over important pieces of legislation.
Responsibility
Respond to action alerts through emails and IDSA’s and HIVMA’s Action Center, participate in IDSA/HIVMA meetings with lawmakers and join other IDSA/HIVMA advocacy opportunities.
Qualifications
Any IDSA member who wants to participate in the advocacy program.
Estimated Time Commitment
Members can expect to spend up to five hours per year to stay up to date on key policy issues through the Society and respond to action alerts and other opportunities. Additional opportunities will be on an ad hoc basis, such as visits to legislative offices, or site visits by members of congress.
Method of Appointment
Any member who signs up for the MAP will be able to participate in action alerts and receive regular policy communications from IDSA and HIVMA. Sign up today: https://www.idsociety.org/policy--advocacy/member-advocacy-program/
Term of Office
Members are welcome to volunteer as advocates for as long as they wish.
Accountability
The Member Advocacy Program is overseen by the IDSA policy team.
Staff Liaison
Associate Director of Advocacy, Public Policy and Government Relations.