Expression of Interest: Guest Contributor - Early Career Academics Blog & "Catch Up Cafe" 28th April

The 2025 CAPHIA (Council of Academic Public Health Institutions Australasia) Early Career Academics Committee is excited to announce the continuation of our monthly virtual “Catch Up Cafe.” Building on the success of our informal gatherings in 2024, we are evolving this initiative to provide more structured learning and networking opportunities for early career public health academics and professionals.
This year, each “Catch Up Cafe” will feature a specific theme, and we are inviting experienced public health professionals to share their expertise and experiences as guest contributors. In alignment with Global Public Health Week (April 7-11, 2025), our session will be held on the April 28, 12pm – 1pm AEST focusing on “Redefining Equity: Decolonizing Public Health for a Healthier World.”

This theme will centre discussions on:

  • Decolonizing public health practices to address historical and systemic inequities.
  • Promoting health equity by recognizing diverse cultural and social contexts.
  • Reimagining global health strategies to build a fairer, healthier future.

We aim to foster discussions that underscore the importance of inclusivity and fairness in public health systems worldwide.


Opportunity for Guest Contributors

We are seeking experienced public health professionals who are passionate about decolonizing public health and promoting health equity to contribute in the following ways, utilising the CAPHIA Early Career Academics Blog Post template:

  1. Blog Contribution: Craft a compelling blog post (approximately 300-500 words, negotiable) that resonates with our early career audience. Choose ONE of the following themes, while integrating your insights on “Decolonizing Public Health for a Healthier World”:
    1. GOAT (Greatest OF All Time) ECA Experience: Share a case study of a significant achievement, such as a ground breaking lecture, impactful research, or successful networking experience. Detail your process, the impact on your role, and the support you received.
    2. Dear Early Self (Advice/Learning/Insights): Reflect on your journey and offer advice to your early career self or PhD self, focusing on key lessons learned relevant to decolonizing public health practices.
    3. Lessons Learned (Case Study): Discuss a challenging experience or failure, highlighting the valuable lessons gained and how they shaped your approach to promoting health equity.

    4. Additionally, please answer ONE of the following fun, informal questions to connect with our audience on a personal level:

        • The last TV show that you binged and loved?
        • If you had to give a one-hour lecture on a non-work topic without any preparation, what would you discuss?
        • Favourite movie?
        • What superpower do you wish you had?
        • A concert that you’ll never forget?
        • What’s one of your favourite meals of all time?
        • What’s on your nightstand?
        • What one item would you bring if you were stuck on a deserted island?

      Please also provide:

        • University contact details (Staff profile page, email address)
        • LinkedIn details
        • Short Bio (50 words)
        • Headshot (if desired)
      2. Guest Participation in the “Catch Up Cafe” on 25th April 2025: Join our virtual “Catch Up Cafe” in April 2025 as a special guest. Share your experiences related to decolonizing public health, answer questions, and engage in meaningful discussions with early career academics and professionals. Your blog post will serve as a foundation for these discussions.

 

Expression of Interest (EOI) Requirements

Please submit your EOI, including the following information:

  1. Contact Information: Name, Affiliation, Email Address, and Phone Number.
  2. LinkedIn details
  3. Short Bio (50 words)
  4. Headshot (if desired)
  5. Brief Biography: A short summary of your professional experience and expertise (50 words)
  6. Proposed Blog Topic/Outline: A brief outline or proposed topic for your blog contribution.

Need ideas? Read 2024 ECA Blog posts here.


Submission Details

Please submit your EOI via email to by 13th April 2025. 


Selection Process

EOIs will be reviewed by the CAPHIA Early Career Academics Committee. Selected contributors will be notified by 17th April 2025.

We look forward to receiving your expression of interest and collaborating with you to advance discussions on decolonizing public health and promoting health equity.

Contact:

For any inquiries, please contact Early Career Academic Committee Co-Chairs Sharna Motlap and MD Islam Saiful via and