Washington DC Regional Planning Commission on Health and HIV

Total public members:                   47

Method of Appointment:                Appointed by Mayor

Length of Appointment:                 3 years

Residency:                                      Strong preference for DC residents from all 8 wards

Paid board:                                     No (all roles are voluntary)

Description:

The Washington DC Regional Planning Commission on Health and HIV shall increase collaboration, efficiency, and innovation with government partners and community stakeholders to achieve a more coordinated response in addressing HIV across the care continuum from prevention to treatment.

Commission Membership:

3 District of Columbia Agency designees, 8 members appointed by the Mayor.

Qualifications for Appointment:

Each voting member shall have expertise in at least one of the following areas: health care providers, community based organizations serving populations affected by HIV and AIDS, social services providers, mental health providers and substance abuse providers, local public health agencies, hospital/health care planning agencies, affected communities, non-elected community leaders.