The Sustaining the African Health Initiative Community of Practice (AHICoP) Secretariat at the Regional Institute for Population Studies (RIPS) invites you to the inaugural session of the Simplifying Science for Policy and Practice webinar series.
This session will provide valuable insights into bridging the gap between research and real-world application, equipping participants with practical strategies to effectively communicate scientific findings to diverse audiences.
What You'll Learn:
✅ Simplifying Technical Language – Discover practical techniques for making research findings accessible without compromising their integrity.
✅ Engaging Diverse Audiences – Learn best practices for communicating with policymakers, practitioners, and the general public.
✅ Overcoming Communication Challenges – Participate in a discussion on common obstacles and effective solutions for translating research into actionable policy and practice.
📅 Date: Wednesday, 11th December 2024
⏰ Time: 13:00 GMT
🎤 Speaker: Dr. Niagia Santuah
🔗 Click here to register
About the Speaker
Dr. Niagia Santuah is the Head of the Department of Culture and Development Studies at the Millar Institute for Transdisciplinary and Development Studies in Bolgatanga. He also serves as an adjunct professor at the School of Public Health, C.K. Tedam University of Technology and Applied Sciences, and the School of Public Health, University for Development Studies.
He holds degrees in Languages (French & Kiswahili), Communication Studies (Journalism & Public Relations), Governance and Leadership, and a terminal degree in Culture and Development Studies.
As a communication scientist and food systems analyst, Dr. Santuah has spent over 25 years working across West Africa, specializing in teaching, research, capacity building, project management, and development communication. His expertise spans implementation science, ecosystems analysis, and health service operations for last-mile communities.
An award-winning journalist of international repute, Dr. Santuah has been widely published in scientific, development, and journalistic peer-reviewed journals. He currently works with the African Health Initiative Community of Practice as a Communications and Dissemination Expert, leading efforts to translate research findings into actionable policy and practice.
Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from a leading expert in research communication and policy engagement!
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