ACSM Advocacy

ACSM Issue Briefs

ACSM Issue Briefs lay out evidence-based recommendations on a range of topics, guiding elected officials, appointed administrators, volunteers and advocates. View our series of succinct discussions of issues relating to the College’s mission, articulated by experts and overseen by the ACSM Health and Science Policy Committee.

These Issue Briefs are designed to be shared with policy makers at all levels of local and federal government. Click on the Issue Brief title to download digital and printable versions.

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The monthly advocacy newsletter provides key updates and action items for ACSM members and certified professionals. It includes news about ACSM’s initiatives and general information that could affect our professional community.

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