Communicating in Your Tribe

 How I Know this Blog is Intended for Professionals

This blog is affiliated with the World Federation of Public Health Associations (WFPHA), a global public health institution that delivers a professional network and promotes global public health practice. It states that it offers "valuable knowledge for public health professionals, researchers, and advocates," and posts by experts, member associations, and individuals engaged and contributing to global health practice. 

Why is it Valuable to Practitioners?

Global lens & by practitioners: This blog offers rich explorations into new health challenges, reflections on policy and advocacy, and practical examples of effective and successful practices—all shared with those already in the public health field or with a deep understanding of public health systems. 

Timely and concrete subjects: Current posts included "Youth Power: The next Generation's Role in Lifelong Immunization," "Oral Health Working Group Chair Interview," and "Healthcare Workers as Advocates for Vaccines." These are contemporary examples of current issues and are relevant for public health advocates and the public health practice.

Valuable interviews & highlights: The interview thoughts with practitioners (e.g., WFPHA working group chairs) provide an opportunity for reflection and insight on lessons learned and thought processes in public health advocacy and practice - essentially a learning opportunity for those in practice based on experience.

Difficulty Level- Challenging but Accessible

The text assumes you are familiar with public health language and global systems, but the narrative style, along with practical and case-based examples, means that it is still completely accessible for early-career students like yourself. It gives real-life issues thoughtful consideration.