APHL's values guide the work we do every day. We strive to promote our core values within our association and support efforts to uphold these values in our member organizations.

Our Values

Community

We actively foster meaningful connections and belonging among members and partners to promote collaboration, growth and diversity of thought that maximizes our contributions to advance public health.

Empowerment and Impact

We actively cultivate a culture rooted in respect, fairness and opportunity for all—recognizing that this commitment is not only a reflection of our core values, but also a strategic imperative for driving innovation, strengthening team performance and delivering meaningful impact to all communities we serve. 

Innovation

We meet the varied and ever-changing public health landscape through forward-thinking and adaptive leadership. 

Scientific and Professional Integrity

We are a trusted leader in public health, striving for continuous improvement and the highest level of ethics and honesty in laboratory science and practice.