CDA advocacy: making a difference in oral health care.

摘要

Advocacy work fulfils a key part of CDA's strategic vision for promoting optimal oral health for Canadians. Through advocacy, CDA aims to influence public policy and resource allocation decisions within political, economic and social systems and institutions that have a direct impact on people's lives. Effective advocacy stems from developing long-term relationships within the policy-making community and demonstrating a commitment to priority issues. Advocacy actions must be inclusive and engaging, provide a forum for discussion of issues and propose solutions. Perhaps most importantly, as the national voice of the dental profession, CDA's advocacy work is conducted in the best interests of Canadian oral health care.