Fely Curva is currently serving as the National Academy of Health and Physical Literacy Advocacy Committee co-chair. Fely has much experience lobbying, specifically working with SHAPE Florida. Fely works for Curva and Associates, LLC in the areas of of research and evaluation, legislative advocacy, grant-writing, and staff development and training in the areas of health and social services with emphasis among others on medical education, gerontology, education, home and community-based services, safe and drug free school programs, and substance abuse.
Fely has been recognized for her efforts by receiving the following awards and honors:
Society of Health and Physical Educator (SHAPE) Florida Presidential Award
Florida Community Health Action Information Network (FL CHAIN), Budd Bell Advocacy Award
Florida Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, Dance and Sports (FAHPERDS), Legislative Recognition Award
Florida Council on Aging, Annual Aging Network Conference, 2003 Quality Senior Living Awards, Dr. Carter Osterbind Outstanding FCOA Member Award
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