Rural Recovery Matters: Health Conversations That Make a Difference
Last week, Becky Timm, ABH's Executive Director joined with our project team including the Minnesota Rural Health Association and the U of MN Extension Service to present at the Minnesota Alliance of Rural Addiction Treatment Programs (MARATP) annual conference in Willmar, MN.
Introducing the ABH Tobacco Cessation Panel
We’re proud to announce the launch of the Tobacco Cessation Panel—a new partnership between ABH and the Minnesota Department of Health’s Commercial Tobacco Prevention Team.
Reflections on Goff Public’s Communications Cohort
Lucy Faerber participated in Goff Public’s pro bono communications cohort for Minnesota nonprofits. The experience offered practical tools, new connections, and thoughtful insight into how nonprofits can communicate more strategically.
Welcoming Dr. Carter Muench to the ABH | The Foundation Board of Directors
We are thrilled to welcome Dr. Carter Muench to the ABH | The Foundation Board of Directors! Dr. Muench brings a unique blend of clinical expertise, leadership experience, and personal passion for health equity to our Board.
Celebrating Juneteenth with Do Good Roseville
ABH was proud to join Do Good Roseville’s annual Juneteenth celebration for the fourth year in a row! This vibrant community event offers a meaningful opportunity to connect with residents, celebrate Black freedom and resilience, and share valuable public health resources.
To Our ABH Community
There is no wrong or right way to feel in the aftermath of tragedy. There is no good or bad emotion– only feeling and being human. We hope you find the time and space to process and connect with others in your community. We hope you find a path to reclaim feeling safe.
ABH Guest Post: Dismantling Structural Inequities in Health Care Access
The following blog post is written by Naheed Murad, MD, MPH. She serves as Vice President of the ABH Board of Directors. Naheed is the Co-Founder & Treasurer of Zakat, Aid & Charity Assisting Humanity (ZACAH) and Co-Founder & Director of Clinical Operations of Rahma Heart Care.
Like a garden, democracy needs tending: Re-blog from Health Professionals for a Healthy Climate
ABH and our colleagues at Health Professional for a Healthy Climate recently tabled together at the 2025 Minnesota Rural Health conference to talk about the power of civic engagement on our health and communities.
Apply now for ABH’s 8th Public Health Advocacy Fellowship Cohort
Are you a Minnesota-based graduate student in health sciences who’s passionate about health equity and ready to make a difference? Apply for the ABH Fellowship by June 15th!
Restoring Hope In Democracy: Meet Healthy Democracy Healthy People
Meet HDHP, which began in 2020 as a coalition of eleven national public health organizations focused on strengthening civic and voter participation and promoting an inclusive, representative democracy. They propose an expanded approach to advancing health equity; one that’s based on the belief that we can’t address other determinants of health without creating a healthy democracy.
ABH Guest Post: Medical Students for Choice Board Op-Ed
An Op-Ed co-written by Medical Students for Choice Board Members Paige Hill, Wren Krahl, Hannah Maher, and Shreya Chanda
Celebrating the 7th Cohort of the Public Health Advocacy Fellowship
Last weekend, we gathered to celebrate the closing session of the 7th cohort of the Advocates for Better Health Public Health Advocacy Fellowship. This year’s fellows included medical students, dental students, and a Master of Health Administration candidate, each bringing a unique perspective to the work of health advocacy.
Introducing the Public Health Community Institute
Advocates for Better Health (ABH) is proud to support the launch of the Public Health Community Institute (PHCI)—a dynamic new program led by the Minneapolis Health Department.
Honoring Stories: A Night at The Art of Medicine: Lines We Hold, Lines We Cross
On April 12th, ABH fellows, mentors, board members and staff enjoyed The Art of Medicine: Lines We Hold, Lines We Cross event together.
ABH & NorthPoint Co-Present at MDH Commercial Tobacco Prevention and Control Conference
Last week, the ABH team had the opportunity to attend and co-present with NorthPoint Health and Wellness at the Minnesota Department of Health’s Commercial Tobacco Prevention and Control Conference in St. Paul, MN.
Food As Medicine Action Team with Metro Food Justice Network (MFJN)
ABH is a proud member of the Metro Food Justice Network (MFJN). Last week, we gathered at the RedLeaf Center for Family Healing to explore the "food as medicine" concept and discuss how to apply it across Minnesota's metro area.
The Power of Local Civic Engagement: Reflections from ABH Senior Program Manager Lucy Faerber
Constituent advisory committees are a great opportunity to meet new people, learn about local government, and help shape decisions that affect your city. The spring application window for the City of Minneapolis is open until April 20th!
ABH | The Foundation: A Decade of Commitment to the Phillips Neighborhood Clinic
For more than a decade, ABH | The Foundation has been a proud supporter of the Phillips Neighborhood Clinic (PNC), a cornerstone of accessible healthcare in the Minneapolis community.
ABH joins Minnesotans for A Smokefree Generation coalition at OutFront Youth Summit
ABH tabled with Minnesotans for Smokefree Generation coalition partners at OutFront’s 2025 Youth Summit in St. Paul.
ABH Staff & Fellows Advocate at the Capitol
This legislative session, ABH staff and Public Health Advocacy Fellowship students have been actively meeting with their elected officials to advocate for the issues that matter most to them.