[EQ] Providing evidence-based solutions for world health problems

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Providing evidence-based solutions for world health problems

 

The Division of Policy Translation and Leadership Development is a new division at the School that became official on July 1, 2010

 

Website: http://bit.ly/b5GKAh

 

It encompasses three HSPHCenters:
- Center for Health Communication,
- Center for Public Health Leadership and
- Center for Continuing Professional Education, and oversees a new program: The Forum at Harvard School of Public Health debuting in October.
The Division also offers advanced leadership training to individuals in critical decision-making positions.

 

The Division is dedicated to translating scientific research into public policy with maximum effectiveness and visibility. It aims to foster a continuing dialogue between those who make public policy decisions affecting human health and those who can inform decision-makers about the best scientific information and proven approaches to complex, interdisciplinary problems.

 

The Division is directed by Robert J. Blendon, Senior Associate Dean for Policy Translation and Leadership Development. Professor of Health Policy and Political Analysis at Harvard School of Public Health (HSPH) and holds a joint appointment at the Harvard Kennedy School of Government.

 

The Division’s Deputy Director is Robin Herman, Assistant Dean for Research Communications and Director of The Forum at Harvard School of Public Health.

 

 

 

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