CAPHIA acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of Country throughout Australia and pays respect to Elders past, present, and emerging. In Aotearoa New Zealand, we acknowledge Māori as tāngata whenua and uphold Te Tiriti o Waitangi. Across the Pacific, we honour all Indigenous and First Nations peoples and recognise deep ancestral connections to land, waters, and community.
Building on our Success: CAPHIA Strategy 2025-2027
The CAPHIA Board of Directors are pleased to announce the launch of the CAPHIA Strategy 2025-2027, a comprehensive plan designed to advance public health education, research, and workforce development throughout Australasia. This new strategy builds on the solid foundation of our previous strategic plan, with key enhancements that will propel us forward in our mission to improve public health.
Vision
Mission
To improve the public’s health by advancing public health education, research and workforce development.
Our Principles
In implementing our Strategy we ensure that we:
- Work alongside our communities to advance their priorities;
- Build on community strengths, with Indigenous knowledges and voices at the centre;
- Actively balance power in all our relationships; and
- Uphold high ethical standards and demonstrate accountability through transparent decision-making.
Strategic Pillars
The Strategic Plan is underpinned by four strategic pillars, each with specific goals.
- Professional Development: Strengthen capability and capacity of public health teaching and research
- Advocacy: Optimise understanding of, and investment in academic public health
- Partnerships & Networks: Establish and strengthen strategic local and international partnerships
- Organisational Sustainability: Secure a stable organisation
Refer to the Strategic Plan for details.
Benefits for Academics and Students:
The CAPHIA Strategy 2025-2027 offers several benefits for academics and students from member institutions, including:
- Enhanced Learning and Teaching: Access to updated competency frameworks and professional development programs will enrich the learning experience for students and enhance teaching methodologies for academics.
- Advocacy and Research Opportunities: Strengthened advocacy efforts and partnerships will open up new avenues for research collaborations, funding opportunities, and the dissemination of research findings.
- Professional Growth: Academics and students will benefit from increased opportunities for professional development, networking, and recognition through CAPHIA Awards and other initiatives.
- Global Engagement: Enhanced local and global partnerships will provide students and academics with more opportunities to engage in international public health initiatives, fostering a broader understanding and impact.
We believe that the CAPHIA Strategy 2025-2027 will lead to remarkable advancements in academic public health and workforce development. We look forward to your continued support and collaboration as we work together to achieve these goals.