Office of the Associate Director for Communication (OADC)

From the Director

The Office of the Associate Director for Communication (OADC) supports CDC’s 24/7 work to protect America’s safety, health, and security, whether they begin at home or abroad. Our office pdf icon[PDF – 122 KB] is driven by CDC’s communication principles pdf icon[831 KB, 1 Page, HTML] and the mission and organizational goals listed below. I invite you to learn more about OADC, our success measures, and our numerous communication channels.

–Kate Galatas, MPH
Acting Associate Director for Communication, CDC

Communications Topics

OADC’s Mission

Leading customer-centered, science-based, and high-impact communication.

OADC’s Organizational Goals

Maximize strategic communication across CDC.
Ensure CDC’s work is accessible, understandable, and actionable.
Maximize public trust in and credibility of CDC’s science, programs, and recommendations.