Advocacy

IAFP is a year-round presence in Springfield, Chicago, throughout the state and in Congress.  Led by an experienced staff and strategically sound decision-making, IAFP has established a respected voice in government affairs.  The Government Relations committee and Legislative Action Team work in tandem with staff and our contracted lobbying firm to steer the Academy's activities and maintain solid relationships with lawmakers at all levels in both parties.  IAFP works with the executive branch in the implementation of health care reform and in the ongoing challenges of serving the diverse needs of our patients.

Ongoing Lobbying 
We are informed, engaged and acting on your behalf at all times along with our contracted lobbying firm, Illinois Capitol Group, here

IAFP Advocacy Elective - Learn more how IAFP Resident Physician members, with approval from their program, can take a deeper dive into state government, working directly with IAFP Chief Advocacy Officer and our contract Lobbyist in Springfield. 

Spring Into Action
In non-election years, IAFP hosts several one-day events in Springfield bringing family physicians, residents and students together for a morning of education and training, followed by an afternoon at the Statehouse meeting with legislators on current bills and family medicine priorities.  Learn more and join us!

Action Alerts
We provide timely information and links for action on state and federal issues, making it easy for members to contact lawmakers on important issues under debate. IAFP staff will work directly with motivated members to connect with and educate their elected officials on family medicine issues important to them and their communities. 

Representation on Boards, Task Forces and Initiatives 
IAFP staff and seasoned leaders represent you on the State Board of Health, in state and local government posts, coalitions, task forces and committees making decisions that affect physicians and patients.  Through our work, YOU have a seat at every table.  

AAFP Advocacy 
The Illinois chapter works alongside AAFP to advance our issues directly with the Illinois Congressional Delegation, to ensure they hear directly from the doctor who care for their Constituents.

Link to the AAFP Fighting for Family Medicine landing page.  Click here for the AAFP Speak Out center to email lawmakers on current issues important to family medicine.  Members are encouraged to donate to FamMedPAC (AAFP membership login required) to support Illinois congressmembers and candidates.

Contact:
Gordana Krkic, CAE
CEO and Chief Advocacy Officer
[email protected] 

Advocacy Resources

Investing in Primary Care: State Based Resources - (April 2022) from the California Health Care Foundation as part of the Primary Care Matters series. 

Investing in Primary Care: State Level Analysis - (July 2019) by the Patient Centered Primary Care Collaborative and the Robert Graham Center

AAFP Principles for Administrative Simplification (2018 Congress of Delegates)