ASDA protects and advances the rights, interests and welfare of dental students. The organization strives to inform students about the issues impacting their profession and provides opportunities to advocate for their rights as future dentists. 

We launch grassroots initiatives in support of dental students and the profession. We work to establish a legacy of action-oriented advocacy on behalf of our members' patients and the practice of dentistry.

2021 was a busy year for ASDA advocacy. Take a few moments to review the year’s successes! 

Issues and Legislative Priorities

Learn about the key issues facing the dental profession.

Click here to learn more about issues affecting the dental profession.

Stay Informed

• Read the Advocacy Brief for updates on legislative and regulatory activities, helpful advocacy resources and ideas for chapter advocacy events.
• Watch ASDA’s advocacy webinars and Fast Facts videos to learn about issues facing dental students and the dental profession. 

Get Engaged

• Share your efforts on social media using #ASDAadvocacy 
• Participate in the Advocacy Certificate Program

Advocacy resources

• Chapter advocacy How-To guide 
• Advocacy Brief 
• Advocacy 101 presentation template 
• Advocacy Certificate Program 
• Advocacy Month 
• ADPAC