HIV/AIDS Advisory Groups
The Governor's HIV/AIDS Advisory Council
The Advisory Council is comprised of Montana citizens who serve at the discretion of the Governor. They are appointed based on recommendations from professionals in the field, and represent legislators, faith-based organizations, students, social workers, medical professionals and consumers.
The purpose of the Advisory Council is to ensure the Governor's Office receives the most up-to-date information and research in the HIV/AIDS field, as well as the most accurate information regarding best practices for Montana. See brochure.
The Montana AIDS Review Panel
The panel, a joint committee of DPHHS and The Office of Public Instruction (OPI), is a requirement of cooperative agreements with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The Panel determines the appropriateness of messages regarding AIDS prevention information to various population groups. It is comprised of public health and education professionals, faith-based representatives, students and community members.
List of approved materials.
Application and Materials Review Form-Word doc (Complete when submitting materials for Review Panel approval)
Application and Materials Review Form-Pdf
Materials Review Checklist (Materials guidelines)
Montana HIV Prevention Community Planning Group
The Community Planning Group (CPG) is an advisory group instrumental in the planning and implementation of HIV prevention interventions in Montana. CPG helps ensure target populations are represented when planning prevention efforts. The CPG consists of 36 members and is coordinated by the Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services HIV/STD Section.
Left to right: Casey Rudd, Past Co-Chair; Sean Fucci, Co-Chair

Documents:
Comprehensive HIV Prevention Plan 2005 - 2007 pdf
HIV Prevention Community Planning Group Policy and Procedures Manual
HIV Prevention Community Planning Group Membership Application
For further information, contact the HIV/STD Section at 1-406-444-3565.
Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS)
Updated 1-23-08
