Who We Are
SHPYP is a nonpartisan, 501(c)3 non-profit run by young health policy professionals volunteering on behalf of our young health policy professionals community. Founded in 2006, we are dedicated to meeting the diverse needs of young professionals interested in the health, health care, and health policy fields.
Building a supportive community of the next generation of health policy experts and leaders through:
- Forging meaningful and long-term professional networks through regular happy hours, community service events, trivia, small-group dinner discussions, online community, and more
- Facilitating workshops for professional development in key competencies
- Convening conversations with and providing access to senior policy leaders and experts to enable a deeper examination of policy topics
- Offering opportunities for volunteer leadership and nonprofit management
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Februray 5, 2026
20th Anniversary Gala
Come celebrate 20 years of the Society of Health Policy Young Professionals!
For two decades, the Society of Health Policy Young Professionals has brought together emerging leaders committed to shaping the future of health policy. We invite you to celebrate this milestone anniversary with us at the National Press Club on Saturday, July 25th.
This special anniversary gala will bring together professionals from across the health policy community for a night of connection, reflection, and celebration. The program will feature remarks from distinguished speakers, recognition of SHPYP’s impact over the past 20 years, and opportunities to engage with peers and leaders in the field.