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What cause touches your heart? Need to be encouraged to take action? Check out Ten Reasons to Lobby for Your Cause.

Now - find others who share your concern. The American Holistic Health Association has compiled the list below to assist you in identifying advocacy organizations active in educating the general public about various health-related issues and/or working for needed legal and legislative actions to ensure individual rights and access.

AHHA does not make value judgments distinguishing these organizations or what they promote. You are responsible for investigating any information they offer.

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What "Cause" are you looking for?
COMPLEMENTARY AND ALTERNATIVE MEDICINE
DIETARY SUPPLEMENTS/NUTRITION
GENETICALLY ENGINEERED FOODS
IMMUNIZATION
IRRADIATED FOODS
MERCURY-FREE DENTISTRY
ORGANIC PRODUCTS
RIGHTS - ANIMALS'
RIGHTS - PATIENTS'
RIGHTS - PHYSICIANS'/PRACTITIONERS'


What "Advocacy Organization" are you looking for?
Foundation for the Advancement of Innovative Medicine
Friends of Animals
Humane Farming Association
Institute for Health Freedom
International Academy of Oral Medicine and Toxicology
Mindfully.org
National Foundation for Alternative Medicine
National Health Federation
National Nutritional Foods Association
Organic Trade Association
Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine
The Alliance for Natural Health USA
The Campaign to Label Genetically Engineered Foods
The Center for Food Safety
Thinktwice Global Vaccine Institute


COMPLEMENTARY AND ALTERNATIVE MEDICINE


Foundation for the Advancement of Innovative Medicine
Two Executive Blvd Ste 206
Suffern, NY 10901
877-634-3246
faim@healthlobby.com
www.faim.org
Nonprofit
Lobbying grassroots force mixing professionals and laypersons who fight for fairness in insurance coverage, professional licensure and scope-of-practice issues at the state level. Freedom of choice activities include legislation, litigation, and negotiation with state agencies and insurance companies. FAIM encourages research and development of promising new approaches.


International Academy of Oral Medicine and Toxicology
8297 Champions Gate Blvd #193
Champions Gate, FL 33896
863-420-6373
info@iaomt.org
www.iaomt.org
Nonprofit
Scientifically investigate the bio-compatibility of materials and procedures used in dental therapy, including dental mercury, fluoridation, periodontal therapy, endodontic therapy and biological support. Particular emphasis on relationship between oral health and dental treatment and oral and systemic health. Present two scientific sessions annually. Members receive orientation through Clinical Practice Committee.


National Foundation for Alternative Medicine
1325 G St NW Ste 500
Washington, DC 20005
202-463-4900
www.nfam.org
Nonprofit
NFAM seeks out effective complementary and alternative medical treatments not easily accessible in the U.S., evaluates the protocols and outcomes of these treatments, and reports the findings to the general public free of charge.


The Alliance for Natural Health USA
1350 Connecticut Ave NW 5th Floor
Washington, DC 20036
800-230-2762
office@healthfreedom.net
www.healthfreedom.net
Nonprofit
ANH-USA (formerly American Association for Health Freedom) lobbies Congress and sate legislatures, acts as a government watchdog, files comments on proposed rulings, and educates the public, press and other decision-makers.


DIETARY SUPPLEMENTS/NUTRITION


National Health Federation
PO Box 688
Monrovia, CA 91017
626-357-2181
contact-us@thenhf.com
www.thenhf.com
Nonprofit
Established in 1955, the NHF is an international consumer-education, health-freedom organization working to protect individual's rights to consume healthy food, take supplements and use alternative therapies without government restrictions. The Federation is unique as being the only consumer health-freedom organization in the World to have observer status at Codex Alimentarius meetings.


National Nutritional Foods Association
2112 E 4th St Ste 200
Santa Ana, CA 92705
800-966-6632
nnfa@nnfa.org
www.nnfa.org
Nonprofit
Lobbying activities for truth in labeling of dietary supplements, quality of ingredients, and good manufacturing processes. NNFA lobbies in Washington, DC-- coordinating an annual lobbying day where suppliers and retailers visit their elected officials. One national trade show and six regional shows including education for trade.


Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine
5100 Wisconsin Ave NW Suite 400
Washington, D.C. 20016
202-686-2210
pcrm@pcrm.org
www.pcrm.org
Nonprofit
Educational activities promoting good nutrition and ethical research standards. The New Four Food Groups is their innovative proposal for a federal nutrition policy that puts a new priority on health. PCRM publishes "Good Medicine" quarterly magazine for members.


GENETICALLY ENGINEERED FOODS


Mindfully.org
PO Box 517
Berkeley, CA 94701
paul@mindfully.org
www.mindfully.org
Nonprofit
Educational efforts focused on genetic engineering and the health effects of toxins, plastics and pesticides, particularly as endocrine disrupters. Extensive data in web site. Commentaries in newspapers. Chapter in medical textbook on endocrinology. Member of Berkeley Plastics Task Force.


The Campaign to Label Genetically Engineered Foods
PO Box 55699
Seattle, WA 98155
425-771-4049
label@thecampaign.org
www.thecampaign.org
Nonprofit
Lobby for legislation to require the labeling of genetically engineered foods in the United States. The Campaign spearheads letter writing campaigns and publishes educational materials on this subject.


The Center for Food Safety
660 Pennsylvania Ave SE Suite 302
Washington, DC 20003
202-547-9359
office@centerforfoodsafety.org
www.centerforfoodsafety.org
Nonprofit
Public interest food safety and environmental organization that utilizes legal actions, policy initiatives, grassroots organizing, public education and media outreach to curtail industrial agricultural production methods that harm aquatic and terrestrial ecosystems. Offices in Washington, DC and San Francisco, CA. Member of GE Food Alert.


IMMUNIZATION


Thinktwice Global Vaccine Institute
PO Box 9638
Santa Fe, NM 87504
505-983-1856
global@thinktwice.com
www.thinktwice.com
For profit
Educational efforts informing the public about vaccination/immunization safety issues, non-mandation and natural alternatives. TGVI offers free uncensored vaccine information including support services, referrals, unbiased studies, and data uncovering media bias and medical propaganda. State laws, sample waiver forms, and books are also available.


Institute for Health Freedom
1875 Eye St NW Suite 400
Washington, DC 20006
202-429-6610
feedback@forhealthfreedom.org
www.forhealthfreedom.org
Nonprofit
A Washington-based "think-tank" providing a forum for exchanging ideas about health freedom - particularly health privacy and vaccination choice. IHF research and analyses are published in policy briefings and disseminated through newspaper editorials, television appearances, professional conferences, public meetings and their web site.


IRRADIATED FOODS


The Center for Food Safety
660 Pennsylvania Ave SE Suite 302
Washington, DC 20003
202-547-9359
office@centerforfoodsafety.org
www.centerforfoodsafety.org
Nonprofit
Public interest food safety and environmental organization that utilizes legal actions, policy initiatives, grassroots organizing, public education and media outreach to curtail industrial agricultural production methods that harm aquatic and terrestrial ecosystems. Offices in Washington, DC and San Francisco, CA. Member of GE Food Alert.


MERCURY-FREE DENTISTRY


International Academy of Oral Medicine and Toxicology
8297 Champions Gate Blvd #193
Champions Gate, FL 33896
863-420-6373
info@iaomt.org
www.iaomt.org
Nonprofit
Scientifically investigate the bio-compatibility of materials and procedures used in dental therapy, including dental mercury, fluoridation, periodontal therapy, endodontic therapy and biological support. Particular emphasis on relationship between oral health and dental treatment and oral and systemic health. Present two scientific sessions annually. Members receive orientation through Clinical Practice Committee.


ORGANIC PRODUCTS


Mindfully.org
PO Box 517
Berkeley, CA 94701
paul@mindfully.org
www.mindfully.org
Nonprofit
Educational efforts focused on genetic engineering and the health effects of toxins, plastics and pesticides, particularly as endocrine disrupters. Extensive data in web site. Commentaries in newspapers. Chapter in medical textbook on endocrinology. Member of Berkeley Plastics Task Force.


Organic Trade Association
PO Box 547
Greenfield, MA 01301
413-774-7511
info@ota.com
www.ota.com
Nonprofit
Advocate national standards for organic products to protect consumers and the industry. Educates the media and consumers about organic agriculture and products. Offers the All Things Organic™ Conference and Trade Show. See www.organicexpo.com. Extensive product and business listings at www.ota.com.


RIGHTS-ANIMALS'


Friends of Animals
777 Post Road
Darien, CT 06820
203-656-1522
contact@friendsofanimals.org
www.friendsofanimals.org
Nonprofit
Educational and outreach activities for animal rights including veganism, anti-fur, anti-circus. FOA publishes Act'ionLine Magazine quarterly and posts advertisements in various publications and billboards in high traffic areas. Published the popular vegan cookbook Dining With Friends.


Humane Farming Association
PO Box 3577
San Rafael, CA 94912
415-485-1495
hfa@hfa.org
www.hfa.org/
Nonprofit
Educational focus to fight factory farming and protect farm animals. HFA investigates slaughterhouse atrocities, provides animals refuge in cruelty cases, and encourages law enforcement to press charges. Newsletter.


Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine
5100 Wisconsin Ave NW Suite 400
Washington, D.C. 20016
202-686-2210
pcrm@pcrm.org
www.pcrm.org
Nonprofit
Educational activities promoting good nutrition and ethical research standards. The New Four Food Groups is their innovative proposal for a federal nutrition policy that puts a new priority on health. PCRM publishes "Good Medicine" quarterly magazine for members.


The Center for Food Safety
660 Pennsylvania Ave SE Suite 302
Washington, DC 20003
202-547-9359
office@centerforfoodsafety.org
www.centerforfoodsafety.org
Nonprofit
Public interest food safety and environmental organization that utilizes legal actions, policy initiatives, grassroots organizing, public education and media outreach to curtail industrial agricultural production methods that harm aquatic and terrestrial ecosystems. Offices in Washington, DC and San Francisco, CA. Member of GE Food Alert.


RIGHTS-PATIENTS'


Foundation for the Advancement of Innovative Medicine
Two Executive Blvd Ste 206
Suffern, NY 10901
877-634-3246
faim@healthlobby.com
www.faim.org
Nonprofit
Lobbying grassroots force mixing professionals and laypersons who fight for fairness in insurance coverage, professional licensure and scope-of-practice issues at the state level. Freedom of choice activities include legislation, litigation, and negotiation with state agencies and insurance companies. FAIM encourages research and development of promising new approaches.


Institute for Health Freedom
1875 Eye St NW Suite 400
Washington, DC 20006
202-429-6610
feedback@forhealthfreedom.org
www.forhealthfreedom.org
Nonprofit
A Washington-based "think-tank" providing a forum for exchanging ideas about health freedom - particularly health privacy and vaccination choice. IHF research and analyses are published in policy briefings and disseminated through newspaper editorials, television appearances, professional conferences, public meetings and their web site.


National Health Federation
PO Box 688
Monrovia, CA 91017
626-357-2181
contact-us@thenhf.com
www.thenhf.com
Nonprofit
Established in 1955, the NHF is an international consumer-education, health-freedom organization working to protect individual's rights to consume healthy food, take supplements and use alternative therapies without government restrictions. The Federation is unique as being the only consumer health-freedom organization in the World to have observer status at Codex Alimentarius meetings.


The Alliance for Natural Health USA
1350 Connecticut Ave NW 5th Floor
Washington, DC 20036
800-230-2762
office@healthfreedom.net
www.healthfreedom.net
Nonprofit
ANH-USA (formerly American Association for Health Freedom) lobbies Congress and sate legislatures, acts as a government watchdog, files comments on proposed rulings, and educates the public, press and other decision-makers.


Thinktwice Global Vaccine Institute
PO Box 9638
Santa Fe, NM 87504
505-983-1856
global@thinktwice.com
www.thinktwice.com
For profit
Educational efforts informing the public about vaccination/immunization safety issues, non-mandation and natural alternatives. TGVI offers free uncensored vaccine information including support services, referrals, unbiased studies, and data uncovering media bias and medical propaganda. State laws, sample waiver forms, and books are also available.


RIGHTS-PHYSICIANS'/ PRACTITIONERS'


Foundation for the Advancement of Innovative Medicine
Two Executive Blvd Ste 206
Suffern, NY 10901
877-634-3246
faim@healthlobby.com
www.faim.org
Nonprofit
Lobbying grassroots force mixing professionals and laypersons who fight for fairness in insurance coverage, professional licensure and scope-of-practice issues at the state level. Freedom of choice activities include legislation, litigation, and negotiation with state agencies and insurance companies. FAIM encourages research and development of promising new approaches.


The Alliance for Natural Health USA
1350 Connecticut Ave NW 5th Floor
800-230-2762
office@healthfreedom.net
www.healthfreedom.net
Nonprofit
ANH-USA (formerly American Association for Health Freedom) lobbies Congress and sate legislatures, acts as a government watchdog, files comments on proposed rulings, and educates the public, press and other decision-makers.