Advocacy Action Network

06/03/2026

Have you signed up yet for the ThriveKY road show?
If you haven't, it's not too late!

Register here: tinyurl.com/2026ThriveKY

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06/01/2026

This Pride Month, use YOUR VOICE to promote the rights and well-being of others. Acceptance is su***de prevention.

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05/28/2026

If you haven't seen this enthusiastic person talk about advocacy yet, it's definitely time!

There's also a lot of great presentations on what's going on with public programs in Kentucky so you can stay informed and help your neighbors!

LOUISVILLE JUNE 9TH! Dr. Schuster is calling us to step up on the issues that matter in our communities. Whatever your experience level, 's FREE tools and training can help you be a better advocate! Join our kick-off: tinyurl.com/2026thriveky

05/22/2026

Dr. Schuster was recently honored by the Kentucky Hospital Association. Thank you for recognizing her legacy and for your continued support of Advocacy Action Network and its many groups!

Please join us in congratulating Sheila Schuster, Ph.D., on receiving the Kentucky Hospital Association’s Distinguished Service Award, presented during KHA’s 97th Annual Convention.

Dr. Schuster has spent decades advancing behavioral health services and expanding access to care for Kentuckians. Her advocacy and leadership have played a major role in shaping health policy and improving support for individuals and families across the state.

Thank you, Dr. Schuster, for your lasting impact on Kentucky health care.

Dr. Schuster (center) is pictured with KHA Interim CEO and Senior Vice President of Data, Operations, and Innovation Melanie Landrum and KHA Board Chair and Baptist Health CEO Gerard Colman, Ph.D.

Learn more: kyha.com

05/22/2026

Should be a great discussion with several of the members!

Also, Kentucky Mental Health Coalition members - you should check your email for our next KMHC meeting in 6/2 which will also include a kyga26 wrap up discussion. The email may be in your Spam, as we are beginning to use MailChimp. So please check it and mark it as "not spam" so you stay connected!

Several legislative efforts impact the work of charitable nonprofits in the areas of healthcare, child care, housing and more. Join KNN for our Legislative Recap Panel featuring Kentucky Voices for Health, Homeless and Housing Coalition of Kentucky, and Kentucky Youth Advocates. Learn how 2026 legislation impacts your organization and those you serve.

🗓Thursday, May 28
🕦10:30–11:30am ET

👉Register for the Virtual Town Hall Meeting here: https://bit.ly/4tQm3Kv

05/19/2026

It's Primary Election Day in Kentucky! Remember, YOUR VOICE IS YOUR VOTE!

There are primaries in both political parties, and also some nonpartisan races across the Commonwealth.

Share your "I Voted" photos with us in the comments below.

05/16/2026

REGISTER NOW! The 2026 Advocacy for Thriving Communities Roadshow is bringing updates and training to communities across Kentucky. Extra time added! Reserve your spot and join the conversation on the policies that shape our families and future: tinyurl.com/2026thriveky

05/15/2026

Members of the Kentucky Mental Health Coalition attended today's Bright Futures luncheon hosted by Mental Health America of Kentucky .

Let's have more good days together this Mental Health Month!

05/15/2026

Join us May 18 for the Forum with CHFS. Hear directly from Cabinet leaders on rural health, child care, Medicaid, food assistance, behavioral health, and new program changes shaping Kentucky in 2026. Make sure you're part of the conversation: tinyurl.com/2026ThriveKY