What We Do

Education & Leadership

Discover a spectrum of educational opportunities at AIDPH designed to ignite personal and professional growth. Engage with our Empowerment Transformation for Community Health (ETCH) Framework, where we delve into the social, political, and environmental determinants of health. We encourage exploration of systemic factors contributing to oral health disparities, and inspire action to champion equity and drive positive change.

Science and Research

Focused on mixed-methods methodologies that combine quantitative insights with qualitative context, AIDPH employs a health justice lens to formulate practical and impactful strategic recommendations, frequently influencing our education and advocacy initiatives. Our research methodology is community-engaged, placing collaboration at the forefront. We establish diverse stakeholder groups throughout the design, collection, and dissemination phases of our collaborative work, ensuring a comprehensive and inclusive approach.

Policy and Advocacy

Guided by a steadfast dedication to health justice, we rally our community to dismantle systems of inequity, enhancing access, quality, and affordability of healthcare. AIDPH shapes policy, practice, and public opinion by elevating the voices of marginalized, underserved, oppressed, and historically excluded communities. Our method combines rigorous evidence, stakeholder engagement, and strategic partnerships, aiming not only to meet immediate oral health needs but also to confront and transform the structures sustaining disparities. This propels us closer to our vision of a justice-oriented oral health system.