Advocacy Leadership Institute (ALI)

ASH is committed to educating its members on how to become effective advocates for hematology research and practice. Since 2011, ASH has organized the Advocacy Leadership Institute (ALI), a two-day workshop that provides ASH members with the opportunity to learn about advocacy, health policy, the legislative process, and to become engaged in the Society’s activities.

ALI Structure

The first day of the Institute focuses on learning about the legislative process and health policy; it includes training in the policy-making process and how to be an effective advocate. Speakers include ASH Government Relations and Practice staff, ASH members active in advocacy efforts, and individuals from advocacy organizations, congressional offices, and federal agencies. On the second day, participants meet with the offices of their Representatives and Senators to apply what was learned on the first day of the program.

How to Submit a Nomination

Individuals may nominate more than one colleague to participate in the Advocacy Leadership Institute and self-nominations are welcome. ASH is looking for a group of participants from across the country, with diverse professional experience and hematologic interests (i.e., malignant and classical) and from different practice/research settings. Candidates must be current ASH members, U.S. citizens, interested in health policy and advocacy, and must want to become more involved in ASH activities. For more information, please email ASH Senior Manager, Legislative Advocacy, Tracy Roades.

Nomination Requirements

  • Nominees must be a current ASH member (nominations are open to all membership levels, including trainees)
  • Nominees must be a United States citizen

Related Resources

Questions?

If you have any questions about the ASH Advocacy Leadership Institute, please contact ASH Senior Manager, Legislative Advocacy, Tracy Roades, at troades@hematology.org or (202) 776-0544.