APHN relies for its direction and vitality on the collective views and aspiration of its members towards the achievement of APHN goals. APHN encourage its members to uphold and respect the principals of human rights and to refrain from discrimination on the basis of gender, race, religion, disability, nationality, sexual orientation and political opinion.

Membership in APHN:

1. Requires commitment to APHN's goals, its adopted causes, its regulations, and requires sufficient motivation to contribute in some way towards their achievement;
2. Is open to any student (full or part-time), alumni, faculty, or staff affiliated with SHPH/JHU, JHU or any other public health institution, and to any individual with public health concerns regarding Africa.