PHAB is the independent organization that administers the national public health accreditation program, which aims to improve and protect the health of the public by advancing the quality and performance of the nation’s Tribal, state, local, and territorial health departments.
 
"Site Visitors who have served in this capacity have told us that the experience is rewarding and provides tangible benefits," said PHAB Volunteer Services Manager Jeff Lake. "In a survey of Site Visitors, 90 percent of respondents said they would serve again."
 
The benefits of serving as a PHAB Site Visitor include networking with other leaders in public health; gaining in-depth information about the accreditation process; participating in a meaningful peer review process; enhancing verbal, written, and technical communication and interviewing skills; learning about new, innovative, and promising public health practices; engaging in professional development; and contributing to the overall improvement of the field of public health.
 
For more information or to learn about the qualifications required, call Jeff Lake at 703-778-4549, ext. 110, email jlake@phaboard.org, or visit www.e-phab.org and click on "Register as a Site Visitor."