About CDC Communication

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.

–Christopher M. Jones, PharmD, DrPH, MPH (CAPT, USPHS)
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.