Informing Policy
The Center for Rural Health (CRH) supports rural and tribal health through policy work at the state, regional, tribal, and national levels. We help policymakers and people interested in healthcare delivery get the information they need by:
- Studying the impact of current policies and regulations on communities
- Examining the potential impact of proposed policy changes on communities
- Educate and offer resources to rural communities/organizations about policies they may need to be aware of or follow
What We Can Do for You
In the area of informing policy, we offer:
- Policy-related research
- Policy-relevant information on topics that concern you, your organization, or community through policy-focused presentations on current issues, policy briefs, other publications, and the Rural Health Information Hub's Rural Health Policy guide.
- Assistance in understanding the impact of current and proposed policies on rural health and how you can provide input to policymakers.
- Assistance to your organization in policy framing. CRH faculty and staff have specialized training in policy communications and messaging.
Our Expertise
We have a 40-year history of informing and supporting North Dakota health policy. Our staff and faculty serve on national and state policy-relevant boards and committees such as the National Organization of State Offices of Rural Health (NOSORH) and National Rural Health Association (NRHA). Staff and faculty have provided testimony at the state and federal level on key rural and tribal issues. CRH provides support and information to North Dakota's Congressional delegation, the Governor's office, state legislators, and various associations and organizations.
Key Contact
Brad Gibbens, MPA
Acting Director