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The 1990 Harry Bruce Legislative Fellowship.
1Department of Dental Public Health Sciences, School of Dentistry, University of Washington, Seattle 98195.
Journal of Dental Education
|December 1, 1991
Summary
Dental educators can significantly impact oral health policy by actively supporting the Association of American Dental Schools (AADS) Division of Government Affairs. Engaging in legislative advocacy is crucial for advancing dental education and public oral health.
Area of Science:
- Dental Education
- Public Health Policy
- Legislative Advocacy
Background:
- Dental education faces daily challenges impacting values and insights.
- The Association of American Dental Schools (AADS) Division of Government Affairs plays a key role in advocating for dental education and oral health.
- Educator involvement is vital for the success of legislative efforts.
Purpose of the Study:
- To recount legislative process involvement and measure knowledge gained.
- To highlight the impact of legislative experiences on personal values and insights.
- To emphasize the importance of dental educator support for AADS advocacy.
Main Methods:
- Personal reflection on legislative process involvement.
- Measuring tangible knowledge gained through fellowship experience.
- Assessing the impact on personal values and insights.
Main Results:
- Expanded appreciation for the AADS Division of Government Affairs' role.
- Understanding the critical need for dental educator support in advocacy.
- Successful fulfillment of fellowship goals and AADS objectives.
Conclusions:
- Dental educators must recognize their vital role in legislative advocacy.
- Informing AADS of willingness to support efforts is a key step.
- Preparedness to respond to legislative needs is essential for advancing dental education and oral health.