Where Public Health and Faith Communities Partner for Health Improvement
The Caucus on Public Health and the Faith Community, in official relationship with the American Public Health Association (APHA), brings together public health professionals, researchers, practitioners, and faith leaders to advance evidence-informed, community-rooted approaches to health and wholeness.
Who We Are
Founded in 1996 by Dr. Caswell Evans, the Caucus on Public Health and the Faith Community (CPHFC) provides a platform for scholarship, practice, and partnership at APHA and beyond – supporting faith communities as trusted partners in improving the human condition.
“We all recognize that dotted across this country is a rich fabric of faith organizations in various faith communities... but what they all share is a belief in faith and dedication to the improvement of the human condition which is exactly what public health is about, improvement in the human condition.”
Dr. Caswell Evans, CPHFC Founder & Former President of APHA
What We Do
CPHFC supports collaboration, learning, and leadership development at the intersection of public health and faith communities. Our work includes convening, capacity building, advocacy, and creating space for research and practice to be shared and strengthened.
Our Core Focus Areas:
Platform for Scholarship & Practice at APHA
Capacity Building & Best Practices
Representation & Participation within APHA
Health Equity & the Value of Faith in Public Health
Professional Growth & Community Partnership
Join The CPHFC Team
Step into leadership roles that shape the future of faith-health partnerships. We welcome members to serve on committees, lead initiatives, and help guide CPHFC’s strategic direction..