Genetic Alliance is the nonprofit health advocacy organization committed to improving health through authentic engagement of communities and individuals.
Visit: http://www.geneticalliance.org/
2. About Us
Genetic Alliance is the world’s leading nonprofit health advocacy
organization committed to transforming health through genetics and
promoting an environment of openness centered on the health of
individuals, families, and communities.
Genetic Alliance’s network includes more than 1,000 disease-specific
advocacy organizations, as well as thousands of universities, private
companies, government agencies, and public policy organizations. The
network is a dynamic and growing open space for shared resources,
creative tools, and innovative programs.
Over the past 25 years, Genetic Alliance has been the voice of advocacy in
genetics. Advocacy in the 21st century, however, requires new definitions
and new focus. We dissolve boundaries to foster dialogue that includes the
perspectives of all stakeholders: from industry professionals, researchers,
healthcare providers, and public policy leaders to individuals, families, and
communities. In a rapidly changing world, Genetic Alliance understands
that nothing short of the transformation of our mission, goals, and even our
Board of Directors will suffice to transform health.
3. Programs
Genetic Alliance has developed a series of programs
designed to increase the visibility of genetics and
advocacy, establish strong networks and advance
important campaigns, including community based family
history. Our current programs include :
Access to Credible Genetics Resources Network
Consumer Focused Newborn Screening Initiatives
Family Health History Programs
Congenital Conditions Program
Genetics for Early Disease Detection and Intervention
4. Resources and Services
Genetic Alliance provides a range of resources and services that benefit both
individuals and organizations. We welcome and encourage your involvement:
listen to webinars, create and edit entries in WikiGenetics and WikiAdvocacy,
participate in the Advocates Partnership Program, add your organization to
Disease Info Search, and more.
Individuals and organizations can utilize our resources to:
Stay Informed
Engage and Participate
Some of our resources are tailored specifically for organizations.
We also have a Community Job Board where organizations can post job openings
and individuals can find new and exciting opportunities for employment.
5. Resource Repository
Genetic Alliance Resource Repository is a robust document repository service that
aggregates the combined resources of advocates, healthcare professionals,
government agencies, think tanks, and other contributors. These resources cover
a wide range of topics such as:
Fundraising
FDA genetic testing guidance
Advocacy at the state and federal level
Media strategies
You can visit the Resource Repository at www.resourcerepository.org
Resource Repository Search
The Resource Repository is a digital commons for the global health community.
This electronic collection of documents, links, audio, and video files, relies on
contributions from the community in topic areas such as newborn screening, family
health history, genetic testing, reimbursement, research, drug development,
community engagement, and organizational development.
6. Publications
Genetic Alliance publications are aimed at emerging and experienced advocacy
leaders, researchers, healthcare providers, and policymakers. All of our publications
are available for free downloading and posting, as long as Genetic Alliance is credited
as the author and the content is not modified in any way. Printing of publications is
allowable for individual use only.
Genetic Testing and Molecular Biomarkers
Advocacy in Genetics
Genetic Testing and Molecular Biomarkers
"Does It Run In the Family?" Toolkit
How Do I Talk to My Family About My Genetic Condition?
How-to Guides
Making Sense of Your Genes: A Guide to Genetic Counseling
Genetic Alliance Monographs
Newborn Screening Newsletter
Policy Bulletin
Registry and Biorepository Bulletin
Understanding Genetics: A Guide for Patients and Health Professionals
Weekly Bulletin
7. Upcoming Events
Registry and Bio bank Registries and Natural
Boot Camp History Studies Salon
May 15, 2012, 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 May 17, 2012, 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
p.m. EDT EDT
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Washington, DC 20008 Washington, DC 20008
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