Systems Thinking for Capacity in Health

We believe that systems thinking and complexity science can be transformational in global health by increasing local capacity and shared learning, and minimizing unintended consequences.

Global Health Policy Intern

Dr. Chad Swanson is looking for a committed volunteer who is willing to spend 5-10 hours a week during the coming months following the development of the US government’s “Global … Continue reading

February 10, 2010 · Leave a comment

Invitation to Contribute to a Consensus Statement on Health Systems Strengthening

There is a growing recognition, even a consensus, that health systems must be strengthened to achieve long-term improvements in health, including reaching the MDGs, and that valid tools to assess … Continue reading

September 1, 2009 · 1 Comment

Commission on Smart Global Health: A Unique, Historical Opportunity?

On April 21, a group of twenty-six “prominent, accomplished leaders from the private sector, U.S. Congress, academia, media, and the security, foreign policy and global health communities” met as members … Continue reading

July 21, 2009 · 1 Comment

Help Wanted

The aim of this blog is to provide a venue for discussion and collaboration about the need for, and approach to GHSIAs (as opposed to a place for me to … Continue reading

December 4, 2008 · Leave a comment