The Network for Public Health Law is proud to announce that Skye Perryman, President and CEO of Democracy Forward, and a 2025 TIME100 honoree, will deliver the keynote address at the 2025 Public Health Law Conference, taking place September 16–18, 2025, in Seattle, Washington. 

Recognized by TIME as one of the most influential leaders in the world, Perryman is a nationally respected attorney and advocate known for her groundbreaking legal work to defend democracy, safeguard public health, and promote equity. Under her leadership, Democracy Forward has advanced high-impact litigation and policy initiatives on issues ranging from reproductive freedom to climate justice. Throughout her career, Perryman has led initiatives that have achieved a number of positive outcomes in public health law and policy. 

This year’s conference theme — “Connection. Collaboration. Community.” — highlights the importance of cross-sector partnerships in tackling today’s most pressing public health and legal challenges. 

“Skye Perryman brings a vitally important voice at the intersection of democracy, law, health, and justice,” said Quang (Q) Dang, Interim Co-Executive Director of the Network for Public Health Law. “Her work exemplifies the kind of leadership our communities and partners need, and the kind of dialogue we aim to foster at this year’s conference.” 

The 2025 Public Health Law Conference will feature dynamic plenaries and breakout sessions focused on advocacy and community engagement; health and racial health equity; strengthening public health protections; and other urgent issues affecting communities nationwide. 

Conference registration is open. To learn more, visit: https://events.networkforphl.org/2025-conference   

About the Network for Public Health Law 

The Network works with local, tribal, state, and federal public health policy makers, officials, attorneys, and practitioners, as well as community organizations, advocates, and other partners in community health across the country to help build their capacity to improve health and advance health equity through the use of law and policy. We provide evidence-based solutions and best practices through technical assistance, as well as information, resources, consultation, and training. Learn more at networkforphl.org. 

The Network is supported by grants from some of the nation’s leading health philanthropies, including the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, the Kresge Foundation, the de Beaumont Foundation, and Arnold Ventures. The Network also receives project funding from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the CDC Foundation. 

For further information or to arrange an interview, please contact: 

CONTACT: Nina Belforte – Deputy Director of Strategic Communications, Network for Public Health Law 

NBelforte@networkforphl.org