This essay focuses on  Population Health Advocacy Human trafficking, extreme poverty, preventable diseases, the opioid crisis and the lack of adequate low-income housing are a few current societal concerns worthy of social change. Nurses and healthcare leaders are in a good position to shape and influence health care policy.

 Population Health Advocacy

Population Health Advocacy Human trafficking, extreme poverty, preventable diseases,

the opioid crisis and the lack of adequate low-income housing are a few current societal concerns worthy of social change.

Nurses and healthcare leaders are in a good position to shape and influence health care policy.

Firstly, Think of a cause you believe in strongly.

Secondly, Access the website of your elect officials either at the local, state, or federal level using the following

link: https://www.usa.gov/elected-officials/ or use the website of your choice.

Thirdly, Explore some of the issues and committees your legislators are involve in and select at least one that interest you or align with your beliefs.

In addition, You may also contact your legislator’s office

Moreover,  speak to his or her legislative assistant by calling the U.S.

Capitol switchboard operator at (202) 224-3121 for the Senate and (202) 225-3121 for the House.

Legislator assistants are very knowledgeable about the legislator’s agenda and can provide a wealth of information.

************(I live in the state of Florida)

Furthermore, This assignment will be at least 2000 words or more.

Additionally, This week reflect on advocacy, collaborative partnerships with other health care practitioners and stakeholders,

Further,  the policy making process and write a paper that addresses the following:

Lastly, Describe the policy issue, policy problem of interest or a particular bill that your legislator has introduce

Moreover, Elaborate on why the policy matters and what you can possibly do to strengthen the policy?

Further, Briefly define the role you would play as an advocate for the healthcare consumer and healthcare professionals.

In addition, Explain how the policy impacts the public at large or a particular population.

Furthermore, What stakeholders would you collaborate with to promote the cause?

Further, Assignment Expectations Length: 2000 words in length or more Structure:

Moreover, Include a title page and reference page in APA format.

Additionally, These DO NOT count towards the minimal word amount for this assignment.

Finally, Your essay must include an introduction and a conclusion.

References:

Use the appropriate APA 7 edition style in-text citations and references for all resources utilize to answer the questions.

A minimum of two (3) SCHOLARLY SOURCES are require for this assignment. USE SAMPLE STUDENT APA 7TH EDITION FORMAT