Strategic Pillars 2026-2030

Strengthen

Pillar 1:
Strengthen health behavior research excellence and impact.

Objective 1.1:
Enhance the national reputation of AAHB.

Objective 1.2:
Highlight the research and impact of AAHB on the field of health behavior.

Objective 1.3:
Serve as a resource for innovations in health behavior research.

Enhance

Pillar 2:
Enhance member engagement and value in the AAHB community

Objective 2.1:
Create connections between members at all career stages.

Objective 2.2:
Engage the full spectrum of members in AAHB activities.

Objective 2.3:
Articulate the value of AAHB to members.

Champion

Pillar 3:
Champion health behavior scholars across the career lifespan.

Objective 3.1:
Highlight and honor member accomplishments at various stages of the career.

Objective 3.2:
Leverage intergenerational engagement and mentoring opportunities.

Objective 3.3:
Recruit and retain emerging and leading scholars in health behavior research.

Build

Pillar 4:
Build AAHB organizational capacity and sustainability.

Objective 4.1:
Cultivate the next generation of leaders who honor the values of AAHB.

Objective 4.2:
Promote member engagement across the year.

Objective 4.3:
Make financial health a priority of the academy.