No matter what your background or level of experience, we believe that every HIMSS member has a role to play in our award-winning Advocacy Initiative. With a large and diverse member-base, HIMSS represents a considerable voice in the healthcare industry in general and with specific emphasis on information technology and management systems. So whether you have extensive advocacy experience or just want to get involved, HIMSS recognizes that each of you have valuable assets that can be utilized to advocate for issues of particular interest to our healthcare information technology industry. All we ask is that you have passion and a desire to make a difference. If you believe that HIMSS can proactively shape public policy activities that result in overall improvements in how IT supports the delivery of healthcare in the United States, then join our initiative today. It's easy to get started, just contact us at advocacy@himss.org and we'll take care of the rest.