On the A100 podcast, Chris Michaels, CEO of the American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy, shares transformative strategies for advancing global reach and advocacy in associations.
Celebrating Mental Health Awareness Month, this episode delves into the launch of AAMFT’s Systemic Ethics Textbook, illustrating its profound impact on setting professional standards worldwide.
Michaels also explores leadership and community-building initiatives, and how targeted advocacy efforts have expanded access to mental health services, highlighting advocacy triumphs such as Medicare inclusion for MFTs. Finally, she discusses the importance of providing resources communitywide, not just to members, demonstrating a holistic approach to association management.
– Colleen Lerro Gallagher, President & CEO, OnWrd & UpWrd