Course Title: Power and Politics in Global Health
Instructor: Baldeep Dhaliwal, BSPH '16 (MPH), '25 (PhD)
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August 27, 2025 - October 1, 2025 (6 Sessions)
Wednesday, 6:00PM ET - 8:00PM ET
Virtual via Zoom
Course Description: From bird flu to the dismantling of USAID, global health is everywhere in the headlines—but the real decisions often happen behind closed doors. In this timely course, we’ll unpack how power and politics shape who gets care, whose voices are heard, and what counts as a crisis. Through case studies, guest speakers, and interactive simulations, participants will explore vaccine inequity, pandemic negotiations, and the growing influence of billionaires and NGOs. No background in health is required; just curiosity and a willingness to question the systems meant to keep us safe.
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