Join CityMatCH
Become part of a national network of maternal and child health leaders dedicated to improving health outcomes in urban communities.
Who We Are
CityMatCH is a national membership organization of city and county health departments' maternal and child health (MCH) programs and leaders representing urban communities in the United States.
We are an association of local maternal and child health professionals who work tirelessly to address health inequity and injustice in our communities, so that ALL women, children, and families can achieve their full potential.
Our members understand that in order to turn the tide, we must be more enduring than injustice itself. Together, we form a powerful network dedicated to making lasting change in maternal and child health outcomes.
Our Mission
To strengthen public health leaders and organizations to promote equity and improve the health of urban women, families, and communities.
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Membership is FREE and offers numerous benefits to enhance your work in maternal and child health.
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160+ Member Representatives
From health departments nationwide
Join our growing community of maternal and child health professionals working to improve health outcomes in urban communities.
Membership Options
Member Representative
FREE Membership
Eligibility
Extended to all Maternal and Child Health (MCH) programs and leaders in city or county health departments having jurisdiction over one or more urban areas with populations of 100,000 or larger.
In states where no urban area has a population greater than 100,000, one city or county health department in that state will be granted membership.
To be a member representative, this person must be the person with senior most MCH responsibilities for the health department.
Member Rights
- Eligible to be nominated for the CityMatCH Board of Directors
- Vote in Board of Directors Elections
- Access to network of representatives across the country
Associate Member
FREE Membership
Eligibility
Open to all persons with an interest in urban maternal and child health who do not qualify for member representative status.
This includes students, researchers, community partners, non-profit organizations, state health department staff, and others interested in improving maternal and child health outcomes in urban communities.
Member Benefits
- Access to CityMatCH resources and publications
- Participation in the CityMatCH Learning Network
- Member conference registration rates for events
- Opportunities to join Action Groups
Membership Benefits
Knowledge & Resources
- Learning Network webinars on emerging MCH issues
- Access to PPOR Learning Network
- MCH LifeCourse Toolbox resources
- Breaking MCH news updates from partners
Networking & Collaboration
- Connect with MCH leaders nationwide
- Participation in Action Groups
- Share experiences and best practices
- Collaborative problem-solving
Professional Development
- Reduced rates for CityMatCH conferences
- CityLeaders leadership training opportunities
- Speaking opportunities at national events
- Access to grants and funding opportunities
Get Involved with Action Groups
Action Groups give you an opportunity to inform and assist in CityMatCH's work and network with your peers across the country.
Equity Action Group
A group of over 40 MCH professionals that meet bi-monthly to discuss action items and create a safe space to engage in conversations about ways to promote equity nationwide by making small impacts in local communities.
Learn MoreScience Action Group
Focus on using data and scientific evidence to advance programs and policies, evaluate work, and disseminate successes in maternal and child health initiatives.
Learn MoreBeing part of an Action Group is a minimal time commitment (usually 1-2 calls/quarter), but helps to ensure that CityMatCH is providing the most relevant training and information to our members.