About this episode

Dr. Nandi A. Marshall discusses leading the American Public Health Association during turbulent times and the importance of public health advocacy.

What does it look like to lead the nation's oldest and largest public health organization during one of the most turbulent moments the field has ever faced? Dr. Nandi A. Marshall, current president of the American Public Health Association (APHA) , has a clear answer, and she delivers it everywhere she goes: you are here for a reason, and this moment needs you. In this episode, Dr. Huntley sits down with Dr. Marshall for a wide-ranging conversation that covers personal origin stories, public health advocacy, maternal and child health, workforce encouragement, and the future of the field. Resources ▶️ Join the PHEC Podcast Community ▶️ Visit the PHEC Podcast Show Notes ▶️ DrCHHuntley, Public Health & Epidemiology Consulting

People in this episode

Host: Dr. CH Huntley

Guest: Nandi A. Marshall

Topics covered

• public health leadership
• advocacy
• maternal and child health
• workforce encouragement
• future of public health

Keywords

• public health
• leadership
• advocacy
• maternal health
• child health
• workforce
• future of public health

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: American Public Health Association

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