Making the Public's Health a National Priority
Washington, D.C. | November 2-5, 2025
Research has shown that public health efforts to prevent disease are more cost effective - and humane - than treating chronic health conditions, so now is the time to invest in our nation’s health. Health is a human right; let’s make it a national priority.
Help Us Help Them 2025: Active Minds
Active Minds mobilizes youth and young adults to lead a transformative movement in mental health, forever changing how it is valued and prioritized in society. By equipping, connecting, and amplifying the collective and diverse voices of youth and young adults, we are building a movement of lasting champions who are improving mental health norms for all.
Public health leaders take to the stage
The biggest names in public health and beyond take to the main stage and hold discussions in the Champion Conversations.
John Auerbach, MBA
John Auerbach is a nationally recognized public health leader with over 30 years of experience in federal, state, and local roles.
Chandra Ford, PhD, MPH, MLIS
Dr. Chandra Ford is Professor jointly appointed in Behavioral, Social & Health Education Sciences and African American Studies at Emory University.
Geoffrey Roth
Geoffrey Roth (Lakota) is an experienced leader and advocate dedicated to advancing Indigenous health equity, policy reform, and self-determination.
APHA’s Campaign for the Public’s Health Rally on the National Mall!
Join us on the National Mall on Wednesday, Nov. 5 from 2:30-4 p.m. to rally for critical public health issues and initiatives. Whether you’re visiting Washington, D.C. for the Annual Meeting or you are a local public health advocate, this rally is for you. Take this opportunity to join us, foster your network of public health peers and speak up for public health!
Register for the rally
Opportunities for Everyone
Find and select sessions on topics that matter most to you.
Online Program
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Help Us Help Them 2025: Active Minds
Active Minds mobilizes youth and young adults to lead a transformative movement in mental health, forever changing how it is valued and prioritized in society. By equipping, connecting, and amplifying the collective and diverse voices of youth and young adults, we are building a movement of lasting champions who are improving mental health norms for all.
The Public Health Expo: Neworking, Learning and More
Connect with exhibitors and public health professionals, explore cutting-edge resources, and discover tools that will help innovate. Immerse yourself in a variety of engaging activities, view the poster sessions, attend a theater presentation and so much more! It’s not just an exhibit hall—it’s a place to improve your skills and make connections.
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APHA in DC
APHA is excited to welcome you to our home. We hope you will take in the sites while in town and join us at our local events.
APHA 2025 will take place at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center (801 Allen Y. Lew Place, NW) and the Marriott Marquis Washington, DC (901 Massachusetts Ave. NW).
2025 Theme: Making the Public's Health a National Priority
Life expectancies have been declining since before the COVID-19 pandemic exposed the need to prioritize public health. Research has shown that public health efforts to prevent disease are more cost effective - and humane - than treating chronic health conditions, so now is the time to invest in our nation’s health. We need to prepare for the next pandemic, improve data collection to track and analyze diseases, conduct research on effective prevention and treatment methods and enact policies that promote better health for all people in all communities. Health is a human right; let’s make it a national priority.