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*Instructions: Use the exercise below to ***identify at least 2 groups or associations you can try out. If they don't work out for you, that's okay. Think of it as an expedition - you're exploring different territories to discover where you belong and which communities energize you most.

1. Review: Review the sample list of public health associations and organizations and note the ones that catch your attention.

   Consider These Factors:

   1. Your career stage - Student vs. experienced professional
   2. Your specialty area - Epidemiology, health education, environmental health, etc.
   3. Your sector - Government, non-profit, academic, private
   4. Geographic focus - Local, state, national, or international
   5. Budget - Student memberships are typically discounted
   6. Time commitment - How active do you want to be?

2. Select: Choose 5 to explore further. Explore their websites for opportunities, including:

   • Are there any discounted student memberships (often significantly cheaper)?
   • Do they have any free offerings (like a webinar or a meet and greet)?
   • Is there a committee or special interest group I could join?
   • Is there an opportunity to volunteer for events or initiatives?

3. Narrow: Choose 2-3 professional groups you will engage with.

4. Reach out (as instructed on their website) to join, attend events, or learn more.

Return to Step 2: Join Professional Groups