Health Policy, Leadership, and
Minority Health Training Programs
2011-2012 Directory
The Mongan Commonwealth Fund Fellowship Program
The California Endowment Scholars in Health Policy at Harvard University Joseph L. Henry Oral Health Fellowship in Minority Health Policy Minority Faculty Development Program of the Harvard Medical School
Table of Contents
The Mongan Commonwealth Fund Fellowship Program……….3
A. Professional Association/Institutes Programs……..………..…..…...……….8
B. Foundation Programs….………..……..……….29
C. Government-Sponsored Programs.……...………..………49
D. Programs sponsored by Schools of Medicine………...……...73
E. Programs sponsored by Schools of Public Health..…………..………..84
F. Programs sponsored by Schools/Institutes of Public Policy………...…95
G. Programs sponsored by Schools of Business Administration………101
H. Miscellaneous.……….………..…………..…….………….102
Index of Programs..………..112
About this Directory
The 2011- 2012 Directory: Health Policy, Leadership, and Minority Health Training Programs
describes institutional training and fellowship initiatives in the areas of health policy, minority health, public health leadership, and health services research, programs for health professionals, particularly minority health professionals. Data were collected through literature review, a survey of U.S. schools of public health and medical schools, web searches, and direct contacts with government agencies, schools of public health or public administration, schools of
medicine, professional associations and foundations. In some cases, description of programs was excerpted from web sources or annual reports.
This directory has been prepared by the Mongan Commonwealth Fund Fellowship Program (formerly the Commonwealth Fund/Harvard University Fellowship in Minority Health Policy) and other fellowship programs within the Office for Diversity Inclusion & Community
Partnership. While we have endeavored to include the most current information pertaining to association, foundation, government and academic institution sponsored programs, this compendium is by no means exhaustive. It should be recognized that all information in the directory is subject to revision and that, from time to time, changes in programs are made. For further information, please contact programs directly.
The Mongan Commonwealth Fund Fellowship Program (Formerly The Commonwealth Fund/Harvard University Fellowship in Minority Health Policy)
The Mongan Commonwealth Fund fellowship program is a one-year, full time, academic degree-granting program designed to prepare physicians for leadership roles in transforming health care delivery systems and promoting health policies and practices that improve access to high
performance health care for racial and ethnic minorities, economically disadvantaged groups, and other vulnerable populations. The Fellowship will support the development of a cadre of leaders committed to creating high-performance health systems for vulnerable populations and to pursuing careers in public service.
Based at Harvard Medical School under the direction of Joan Reede, M.D., M.P.H., M.S., M.B.A., Dean for Diversity and Community Partnership, The Mongan Commonwealth Fund Fellowship Program offers intensive study in health policy, public health, and management for physicians committed to transforming delivery systems for vulnerable populations. Under the program, fellows complete academic work leading to a Master of Public Health degree at the Harvard School of Public Health, or a Master of Public Administration degree at the Harvard Kennedy School of Government. Fellows also participate in leadership forums and seminars with nationally recognized leaders in health care delivery systems, minority health, and public policy. .
Goals and Objectives of the Fellowship:
• Provide strong academic training, including an MPH or MPA, for highly qualified physicians.
• Enhance the leadership ability of physicians, offering them substantive knowledge in transforming health care delivery systems and promoting health policies and practices that improve access to high performance health care for racial and ethnic minorities,
economically disadvantaged groups, and other vulnerable populations
Provide each fellow with mentoring by Harvard senior faculty and administrators as well as access to national leaders in health policy and public health practice.
• Bring together the faculty and resources of HMS, HSPH, and HKS to provide an enhanced curriculum addressing the development of skills relevant to health care delivery system leadership.
• Utilize resources at HMS, including the Office for Diversity and Community Partnership (DCP) and MFDP, to enhance the networking, career development, and career advancement of fellows.
Link to program activities co-sponsored with the HSPH Division of Policy Translation and Leadership Development.
Selection Criteria: Physicians who have completed residency in the U.S., are board certified or board eligible, and are U.S. citizens, and who have strong evidence of past leadership
experience, and have interest and experience in dealing with the health needs of minority populations, are encouraged to apply. The applications are reviewed for academic and training qualifications; commitment to a multicultural perspective in program planning, program
implementation and policy analysis; experience with projects devoted to improving the capacity of the health care system to address the health needs of minority and disadvantaged populations; and evidence of leadership potential.
For further information and requests for application materials: Joan Y. Reede, MD, MPH, MBA
Program Director, Commonwealth Fund/ Harvard University Fellowship, Dean of Diversity and Community Partnership, Harvard Medical School
Joan_Reede@hms.harvard.edu phone (617) 432-2413, fax (617) 432-3834
Internet: http://www.mfdp.med.harvard.edu/fellows_faculty/cfhuf/index.htm
California Endowment Scholars in Health Policy at Harvard University Introduction
Established in 2001 with the support of The California Endowment, the program is designed to prepare California’s outstanding physicians, dentists, and mental health providers, particularly underrepresented minority health professionals, for leadership roles in formulating and
implementing public health policy in a multicultural and ethnically-diverse society. The California Endowment Scholars in Health Policy at Harvard University is a one-year, full-time, academic degree-granting program designed to create health professional leaders capable of advancing multicultural health interests in the public, nonprofit, and academic sectors. Scholars complete academic work that leads to a Masters in Public Health (MPH) at the Harvard School of Public Health or a Masters in Public Administration (MPA) at the Harvard Kennedy School of Government. The Scholars program includes courses, seminar series, leadership forums, site visits, national conferences, shadowing of public health leaders and a supervised practicum.
Goals & Objectives
The purpose of The California Endowment Scholars in Health Policy program is to prepare health professional leaders, particularly underrepresented minority leaders, who will, over time, improve the capacity of the health care system to address the health needs of minority and disadvantaged populations in California. The program has the following goals:
To provide strong academic training that leads to a Master’s degree in public health and/or in public administration.
To provide advanced leadership and cultural competence training to scholars.
To create a network of health professional leaders capable of advancing multicultural health interests in the public, nonprofit, and academic sectors.
To connect scholars with Harvard senior faculty and California-based professional mentors.
To provide program graduates with first-hand experience with grantees of The Endowment in the areas of cultural competence, health disparities, health workforce diversity, and access to health care, allowing them to integrate training with practical application in a real-world setting.
To bring together the faculty and resources of Harvard Medical School, Harvard School of Dental Medicine, Harvard School of Public Health, and the Harvard Kennedy School of Government to provide an enhanced curriculum that addresses issues of health policy and public health practice and multiculturalism.
Requests for further information about the California Endowment Scholars program and/or application materials should be addressed to:
Joan Y. Reede, MD, MPH, MBA Program Director
The California Endowment Scholars in Health Policy at Harvard University Harvard Medical School
164 Longwood Avenue Boston, MA 02115
Telephone: (617) 432-2313 Please visit our website:
http://www.mfdp.med.harvard.edu/fellows_faculty/california_endowment/index.html
The Joseph L. Henry Oral Health Fellowship in Minority Health Policy
The Joseph L. Henry Oral Health Fellowship in Minority Health Policy is supported by the Dental Service of Massachusetts/Delta Dental Plan and previously the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) through a cooperative agreement between the Office of Minority Health and Minority Faculty Development Program at Harvard Medical School. The Oral Health Program is a one-year or two-year academic degree-granting program, designed to create oral health leaders, particularly minority oral health leaders, who will pursue careers in health policy, public health practice and academia. The program is intended to incorporate the critical skills taught in schools of public health, government, business, and dental medicine with supervised practicum, leadership forums and seminar series conducted by leading scholars and nationally-recognized leaders in minority health and public policy.
The program is designed to prepare oral health leaders who will, over time, improve the capacity of the health care system to address the health needs of minority and disadvantaged populations. To accomplish this, the program will:
Provide strong academic training, including a graduate degree, for highly qualified dentists.
Enhance the leadership ability of dentists, offering them substantive knowledge in health policy and management, while creating a network of oral health leaders capable of advancing successfully among the public, non-profit, and academic sectors.
Provide each fellow with mentoring by Harvard senior faculty and administrators, and access to national leaders in oral health, health policy and public health practice.
Provide firsthand experience in private and public sectors, allowing the fellows to integrate academic leadership training with its practical application in a real world setting.
Bring together the faculty and resources of Harvard Medical School, Harvard School of Dental Medicine, Harvard School of Public Health, and the Harvard Kennedy School of Government to provide an enhanced curriculum that addresses issues of public health, oral health, health policy and practice — particularly as they relate to minority health issues.
Utilize resources at Harvard Medical School and Harvard School of Dental Medicine, including the offices of Minority Faculty Development Program, to enhance the networking, career development, and career advancement of participating fellows.
The requirements for Fellows of the Joseph L. Henry Oral Health Fellowship in Minority Health Policy are to complete the course work leading to a graduate degree from the Harvard School of Public Health (HSPH). The Program includes courses, seminars, leadership forums, a research practicum, site visits and mentoring by senior faculty and public health leaders.
Qualifications:
· DDS or DMD and an active dental license required · Experience with minority health issues
· Interest in public policy and public health · U.S. citizenship or permanent U.S. residency
Requests for further information about The Joseph L. Henry Oral Health Fellowship in Minority Health Policy, should be addressed to:
Joan Y. Reede, MD, MPH, MBA Program Director
Harvard Medical School
164 Longwood Avenue, 2nd Floor Boston, MA 02115-5818
Phone: (617) 432-2313
A. Professional Association /Institutes Programs A. 1. AcademyHealth AcademyHealth 1150 17th Street NW, Suite 600 Washington DC 20036 Tel: (202)292-6700; Fax: (202)292-6800 E-mail: info@academyhealth.org Internet: www.academyhealth.org
Aetna/Academy Health Foundation for Minority Scholars Internet: http://www.academyhealth.org/Training/content.cfm?Item
Number=4228&navItemNumber=1987
The AcademyHealth/Aetna Foundation Minority Scholars Program supports the cost of travel and registration for 15 scholars to attend the Annual Research Meeting (ARM), pre-ARM Methods Workshops, and the Disparities Interest Group Annual Meeting. The program also covers the cost of AcademyHealth membership. The goal of the program is to support the professional development of underrepresented minorities in the field of health services research (HSR). Students and fellows with an interest in HSR and/or disparities research are encouraged to apply. AcademyHealth defines underrepresented minorities in the field of HSR as the following racial/ethnic groups: Black/African American, Hispanic/Latino, and American Indian/Alaska Native. This program is open to current full-time, graduate-level students; post-doctoral fellows; or clinical fellows, members of an underrepresented minority group, members must be available to attend the full conference and pre-ARM activities on the specified dates
National Center for Health Statistics (NCHS)/AcademyHealth Health Policy Fellowship Internet: http://www.academyhealth.org/Programs/content.cfm?ItemNumber=1441 The fellowship program brings visiting scholars in health services research-related disciplines to the National Center for Health Statistics (NCHS) in Hyattsville, Md. for a period of 13 months to conduct studies of interest to policymakers and the health services research community. Fellows have access to NCHS data resources for use in their proposed studies, and also work on
collaborative projects with NCHS staff. The fellowship selects up to two individuals to conduct their research and work collaboratively with NCHS staff on joint projects of mutual interest. The 13 month fellowship allows visiting scholars to conduct new and innovative analyses and
participate in developmental and health policy activities related to the design and content of future NCHS surveys. Applicants may be at any stage in their career from doctoral students (must have completed coursework and be at the dissertation phase of their program) to senior investigators. The program lasts for 13-24 months and includes a stipend of $50,408 to $153,200 based on experience.
Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Investigator Awards in Health Policy Research Internet: www.investigatorawards.org
Established in 1992, the RWJF investigator awards program challenges investigators to tackle critical health policy issues and to think creatively and across disciplinary boundaries about the most important problems affecting the health and health care of Americans, and explore
innovative ideas and perspectives that may contribute to the broad intellectual foundation of future health policy. It provides grants of up to 335,000 principally for project salary support.
A. 2. American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS)
American Association for the Advancement of Science - Science & Technology Policy Fellowships
1200 New York Avenue, NW Washington, DC 20005 E-mail: fellowships@aaas.org Main Phone Number: 202.326.6700 Fax Number: 202.289.4950
AAAS Science and Technology Fellowships Internet: http://fellowships.aaas.org./
Placement opportunities are available in congressional offices and 15 executive branch agencies. The five fellowship areas offered for September 2012 through August 2013 are: Congressional, Diplomacy, Security& Development, Energy, Environment & Agriculture, Health, Education & Human Services and Roger Revelle Fellowship in Global Stewardship. To be considered for a fellowship, all successful applicants must hold a doctoral level degree (PhD, MD, DVM, etc.), in any of the following: Social/Behavioral sciences, Medical/Health disciplines, Biological,
Physical or Earth sciences, Computational sciences and Mathematics, Engineering disciplines (applicants with a masters degree in engineering and three or more years of post-degree
professional experience also qualify). Non U.S. citizens and federal employees are not eligible for the AAAS Science & Technology Policy Fellowships. Visit the Fellowships website to learn more about eligibility requirements. Stipends range from approximately $74,000 to $99,000 (depending on years of experience and previous salary). Other benefits include health insurance, travel/training allowance and relocation allowance.
A. 3.American Association of Colleges of Osteopathic Medicine (AACOM)
Department of Social Medicine, Ohio University College of Osteopathic Medicine 304 Grosvenor Hall
Athens, OH 45701 (740) 593-2017
Nancy Cooper, Program Coordinator coopern@ohiou.edu
Health Policy Fellows
The Health Policy Fellowship program is designed for practicing or teaching osteopathic physicians who are preparing for leadership roles in the profession and positions of influence in health policy, and for individuals with a professional connection to the osteopathic profession. Health Policy Fellows attend an intensive five-day academic orientation before entering the regimen of nine three-day weekend seminars. Seminars are rotated among osteopathic colleges and the Washington, DC area offices of the American Association of Colleges of Osteopathic Medicine (AACOM) and the American Osteopathic Association (AOA). Between monthly seminars, Fellows are expected to complete reading, research and writing assignments. The New York Institute of Technology/ New York College of Osteopathic Medicine and the Ohio
University College of Osteopathic Medicine coordinate this certificate program in health policy through a collaboration of AOA, AACOM and AACOM member colleges.
A. 4. American Association of Health Plans (AAHP)
American Association of Health Plans (AAHP) Foundation The Executive Leadership Programs (ELP)
601 Pennsylvania Ave, NW South Building Suite 500 Washington, D.C. 20004 Tel. (202) 778-3221 E-mail: professionaldevelopment@ahip..org Internet: http://www.ahip.org/content/default.aspx?bc=40|95 Executive Leadership Programs
Internet: http://www.ahip.org/content/default.aspx?bc=40|95|96
Each year, the ELP and the ELP-MD programs are filled with health insurance plans' most dynamic senior-level professionals—those with a proven edge, superior skills, and an aptitude for interpreting and mastering new directions for health insurance. The programs’ combination of mentoring, classroom sessions, and site visits focus on strategic management and techniques needed to lead tomorrow’s health insurance plans. The curricula is developed by professionals working in the health insurance community, making these programs superior to other, more general education programs. They promote an environment where rising executives engage in meaningful dialogue with one another about the important task of leadership in health care. Upon completion of the program, Fellows are recognized with the Certified Healthcare Insurance Executive (CHIE) designation—an endorsement of quality, comprehensive continuing education, and professional development. Recognized throughout the health insurance plan community, over 700 health care executives and medical directors hold this distinguished designation ELP and ELP-MD Fellows are awarded Certificates of Professional Achievement from the Kellogg School of Management after successful completion of a full week for the fall academic session at the Kellogg School. Health insurance plans are encouraged to sponsor senior-level individuals who demonstrate a high level of professionalism, excellent performance in their current position, and an unwavering commitment to the health insurance community and their sponsoring
organization(s). ELP and ELP-MD candidates must be fully vested in their development and dedicated to improving their leadership and management skills.
Minority Management Development Program
Internet: http://www.ahip.org/content/default.aspx?bc=40|95|97
AHIP Foundation’s Minority Management Development (MMD) Program is a year-long fellowship program that includes academic programming—led by faculty from the Johns Hopkins University Carey Business School—and mentoring combined with on-the-job skill development. The program is exceptionally beneficial—as Fellows’ newly acquired knowledge and enhanced skills will be immediately incorporated into their everyday professional
responsibilities. Within the program’s framework, Fellows expand their understanding of leadership and management responsibilities through hands-on learning within their parent organization(s), mentoring from senior executives, and participating in academic modules held throughout the year. MMD is designed for middle managers who are working to become strong leaders among their team or department. Fellows typically have titles such as Director, Manager, or Supervisor and have been with an organization between two to six years. The ideal fellow is often the individual who is looking for advancement within your organization and is viewed by senior management as a high-potential employee. MMD is designed to promote advancement of ethnically diverse individuals so applicants must meet the federal guidelines promoting ethnic diversity.
A. 5. American Enterprise Institute (AEI)
AEI Internships
Internet: https://aeiinternships.silkroad.com/
AEI internships provide students with an opportunity to work with some of America's most renowned scholars, economists, political scientists, and foreign policy specialists conducting research on today’s prominent public policy questions. Approximately forty-five internship opportunities are available in the fall, winter, and summer in the following areas: economic policy, foreign and defense policy, social and political studies, public relations, The American online magazine, publications editing, marketing, government relations, and communications. Internship opportunities are available to undergraduates, graduate students, and postgraduates; . the internships are unpaid and the hours and days are flexible.
National Research Initiatives Fellowships
Internet: http://www.aei.org/raBasicPages/22?page=Fellowships
Research fellows are expected to produce academic research suitable for publication in top-level, peer-reviewed journals, to present at academic conferences, and to produce research suitable for AEI’s many in-house publication outlets and public conferences. Fellows should also
demonstrate aptitude for and interest in communicating their research and its policy implications, in writing and in speech, to journalists, policymakers and other non-academics active in
formulating public policy. AEI scholars aim to elevate public debate and improve the substance of government policy. Therefore, the ability to effectively communicate the policy implications of technical, academic research to a non-academic audience, or the desire to learn how to do so, is a plus, as is the desire to build relationships within the policy community. This is a full-time
will pursue their own research agenda, but will also work closely with AEI’s resident scholars to develop their skills as public academics. At the end of three years, fellows may be considered for full-time placement at AEI as resident scholars.
A. 6. American Federation for Aging Research (AFAR)
American Federation for Aging Research (AFAR) 70 West 40th Street, 11th floor
New York, NY 10018 Tel: (212) 703-9977 Toll-free: (888) 582-2327 Fax: (212) 997-0330 Email: grants@afar.org Internet: http://www.afar.org/research/funding
AFAR was founded in 1981 to fund and nurture talented scientists and physicians, and to
encourage them to pursue lifelong careers in research focused on aging processes and age-related diseases. Today, three decades later, AFAR has provided more than $132 million in support of researchers in aging and to encourage the training of new scientists and physicians in geriatric research and in the practice of geriatric medicine. The important work AFAR supports, leads to a better understanding of the aging process and to improvements in the health of all Americans as they age.
AFAR Research Grants
AFAR provides up to $100,000 for a one- to two-year award to junior faculty (M.D.'s and Ph.D.'s) to do research that will serve as the basis for longer term research efforts. AFAR-supported investigators study a broad range of biomedical and clinical topics including the causes of cellular senescence, the role of estrogen in the development of osteoporosis, the genetic factors associated with Alzheimer's disease, the effects of nutrition and exercise on the aging process, and much more. Since 1981, over 680 AFAR Research Grants have been awarded.
Ellison Medical Foundation/AFAR Senior Postdoctoral Fellows Research Program The program was developed to address the current concerns about an adequate funding base for postdoctoral fellows (both MDs and PhDs) who conduct research in the fundamental
mechanisms of aging. Postdoctoral fellows at all levels of training are eligible. Up to fifteen one-year fellowships ranging from $46,346 to $60,492 will be awarded.
A. 7. American Hospital Association (AHA)
Health Research & Educational Trust Telephone: 877-243-0027
E-mail: hpoe@aha.org
Internet: http://www.hpoe.org/fellowships/health-care-system-reform-fellowship/index.shtml AHA’s 6-month, interactive Health Care System Transformation Fellowship program provides participants with a road map of how to design and plan for these new care delivery and payment models. Through a combination of in-person learning retreats and web seminars, participants will hear from organizations that have developed and executed these models, including
representatives from the 2011 fellowship class. Appropriate candidates for the fellowship include: C-level suite executives (CEOs, COOs, CMOs etc.) and Senior vice presidents and vice presidents from any of the following disciplines: Finance, Operations, Strategy and Physician Relations/Medical Leadership. Additionally, fellows will complete a defined project, with the goal of advancing their organizations’ efforts towards implementation of care delivery and payment transformation.
A. 8. American Medical Association (AMA)
American Medical Association 515 N. State Street
(800) 621-8335
Seed Grant Research Program Email: seedgrants@ama-assn.org Phone: (312) 464-4200
Seed Grant Research Program
Internet: http://www.ama-assn.org/ama/pub/about-ama/ama-foundation/our-programs/medical-education/seed-grant-research.page?
An increasing number of young physician scientists are experiencing difficulty finding the resources and support to do research. Consequently, fewer physicians are choosing careers in research which is a terrible loss to medicine. To address this trend, the AMA Foundation established the Seed Grant Research Program in 2000 to encourage medical students, physician residents and fellows to enter the research field. The program provides $2,500 grants to help them conduct small basic science, applied, or clinical research projects. These funds will round out new project budgets, rather than sustain current initiatives.
A. 9. American Political Science Association (APSA)
American Political Science Association 1527 New Hampshire Ave
NW Washington, DC 20036-1206 Ph: (202) 483-2512
Fax: (202) 483-2657 E-Mail: apsa@apsanet.org
APSA Congressional Fellowship Program Internet: http://www.apsanet.org/section_165.cfm
Founded in 1953, the APSA Congressional Fellowship Program is the nation's oldest and most prestigious congressional fellowship. More than fifty years later, the program remains devoted to its original objective of expanding knowledge and awareness of Congress. For nine months, select political scientists, journalists, doctors, federal executives and international scholars gain "hands on" understanding of the legislative process by serving on congressional staffs. Through this unique opportunity, the Association enhances public understanding of policy-making and improves the quality of scholarship, teaching and reporting on American national politics.
A.10. American Psychological Association (APA)
Micah Haskell-Hoehl Program Administrator Phone: (202) 336-5935
American Psychological Association 750 First St. NE
Washington, DC 20002-4242
APA Congressional Fellowship Program
Internet: http://www.apa.org/about/awards/congress-fellow.aspx
His fellowship provides psychologists with an invaluable public policy learning experience, to contribute to the more effective use of psychological knowledge in government and to broaden awareness about the value of psychology-government interaction among psychologists and within the federal government. Fellows spend one year working on the staff of a member of Congress or congressional committee. Activities may involve drafting legislation, conducting oversight work, assisting with congressional hearings and events, and preparing briefs and speeches. Fellows also attend a two week orientation program on congressional and executive branch operations, which includes guidance in the congressional placement process, and
participate in a year-long seminar series on science and public policy issues.. APA will sponsor up to one Fellow for a one-year appointment beginning in September.
The Fellowship stipend ranges from $75,000 to $90,000, depending upon years of post-doctoral experience. In addition, APA provides additional funding for health insurance coverage, and a $3,750 stipend is available for professional development and relocation expenses during the fellowship year.
Catherine Acuff Congressional Fellowship
Internet: http://www.apa.org/about/awards/acuff-fellow.aspx
The purpose of this fellowship is to provide mid-career psychologists with an invaluable public policy learning experience, to contribute to the more effective use of psychological knowledge in government, and to broaden awareness about the value of psychology/government interaction among psychologists and within the federal government. APA will sponsor up to one Fellow for a one-year appointment beginning September 1, 2010. The Fellowship stipend ranges from $80,000 to $90,000, depending upon years of post-doctoral experience. In addition, APA provides additional funding for health insurance coverage, and a $3,750 stipend is available for
professional development and relocation expenses during the fellowship year. Final selection of Fellows will be made in early spring of 2012.
Postdoctoral MHSAS Fellowship
Internet: http://www.apa.org/pi/mfp/psychology/postdoc/index.aspx
The goal of the Postdoctoral MHSAS Fellowship Program is to encourage and facilitate the specialized training of postdoctoral psychologists who maintain a professional focus on behavioral health services or policy for ethnic minorities. The program seeks to promote culturally competent behavioral health services and policy for ethnic minority populations as well as increase the number of ethnic minority psychologists providing behavioral health services and developing policy for ethnic minority populations. This program is funded by a grant from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), the MFP has created the Postdoctoral MHSAS fellowship to support the specialized training of early career doctoral recipients who have primary interests in services or policy related to the
behavioral health or psychological well-being of ethnic minorities. This program targets those pursuing doctoral degrees in clinical, counseling and school psychology, or other mental health service areas. African American, Alaskan Native, American Indian, Asian American,
Hispanic/Latino, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islanders are encouraged to apply Psychology Summer Institute (PSI)
Internet: http://www.apa.org/pi/mfp/psychology/institute/index.aspx
PSI provides educational, professional development, and mentoring experiences to advanced doctoral students of psychology and psychologists who are in the early stage of their careers. Participants are guided toward developing a grant proposal, postdoctoral fellowship, dissertation, treatment program, publication, or program evaluation project. All projects must focus on issues affecting ethnic minority communities. Participants will receive one-on-one mentoring on their projects by a consultant. Expert faculty will present seminars on selected topics such as grant writing, publishing, and specific areas of research or service delivery. There will also be opportunities to network with representatives from federal agencies and foundations.
William A. Bailey Health and Behavior Congressional Fellowship Internet: http://www.apa.org/about/awards/bailey-fellow.aspx
The purpose of this fellowship is to provide psychologists with interests in health and behavior issues, including HIV/AIDS, health disparities, or lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender health issues, with an invaluable public policy learning experience, to contribute to the more effective use of psychological knowledge in government and to broaden awareness about the value of psychology/government interaction among psychologists and within the federal government. Fellows spend one year working on the staff of a member of Congress or congressional
committee. Activities may involve drafting legislation, conducting oversight work, assisting with congressional hearings and events, and preparing briefs and speeches. Fellows also attend a two week orientation program on congressional and executive branch operations, which includes guidance in the congressional placement process, and participate in a year-long seminar series on
(AAAS) administers these aspects of the program for the APA Fellows and for fellows
sponsored by over two dozen other professional societies. APA will sponsor up to one Fellow for a one-year appointment beginning September 1, 2012.
The Fellowship stipend ranges from $75,000 to $90,000, depending upon years of post-doctoral experience. In addition, APA provides additional funding for health insurance coverage, and a $3,750 stipend is available for professional development and relocation expenses during the fellowship year.
A.11. American Public Health Association (APHA)
APHA Public Health Fellowship
Internet: http://www.apha.org/advocacy/fellowship/
The American Public Health Association (APHA) announces a call for applications for the APHA Public Health Fellowship in Government. This fellowship is sponsored by an unrestricted grant from Pfizer’s Public Health Group. APHA is looking for candidates with strong public health credentials who wish to spend one year in Washington, D.C. working in a Congressional office on legislative and policy issues related to health and the environment. The fellow will have the opportunity to see first hand how public policy impacts public health and to offer their public health expertise to policymakers. This hands-on experience will be invaluable to the field of public health, policymakers and the public health fellow. Fellows will spend one year working in Washington, D.C. on legislative, regulatory and policy issues that would benefit from the input of a public health professional. The fellow will have the option of serving on the staff of members of Congress or a congressional committee. By the end of the year the fellow will be able to present their work on a discrete legislative project in which they participated.
A.12. American Sociological Association (ASA)
ASA Congressional Fellowship 1430 K Street, NW
Suite 600
Washington, DC 20005 (202) 383-9005 x322 spivack@asanet.org
ASA Congressional Fellowship Internet: http://www.asanet.org/funding/cf.cfm
The ASA encourages applications for the Congressional Fellowship. The Fellowship brings a PhD-level sociologist to Washington, DC, to work as a staff member on a congressional committee or in a congressional office, or as a member of a congressional agency (e.g., the General Accounting Office). This intensive eleven month experience reveals the intricacies of the policy making process to the sociological fellow, and shows the usefulness of sociological data and concepts to policy issues. Each applicant should have a general idea about the area of interest, some experience in client-driven work, good writing skills, and a commitment to the
policy process. It is helpful to investigate some placement possibilities in advance, or to suggest some in the letter of interest. The application should highlight the link between one's sociological expertise and a current policy issue. Be sure to specify the time span available to do the
fellowship placement.
The stipend for the Fellowship is $30,000 for 11 months. (The Fellow is not an ASA employee and thus there are no additional benefits, including health insurance.) The Fellowship is funded by the American Sociological Foundation and is part of the Spivack Program in Applied Social Research and Social Policy
A.13. Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC)
Association of American Medical Colleges 2450 N Street, NW Washington, DC 20037-1126 Tel: (202) 828-0400 Fax: (202) 828-1125 Internet: http://www.aamc.org Minorities in Medicine Internet: https://www.aamc.org/students/minorities/
The Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC) has a commitment to increasing the number of underrepresented minorities in medical education. Our training and exposure
opportunities can help put you on the path to a career in medicine. This Minority in Medicine site provides information related to minority medical student preparation, the medical education pipeline, and financial aid opportunities available to minorities.
National Medical Fellowships
Internet: http://www.nmf-online.org/Programs/Fellowships/fellowships.htm
National Medical Fellowships is dedicated to improving the health of low-income and minority communities by increasing the representation of minority communities by increasing the representation of minority physicians, educators, researchers, policymakers, and health care administrators in the United States; training minority medical students to address the special needs of their communities; and educating the public and policymakers to health problems and needs of the underserved populations. Since 1946, National Medical Fellowships has awarded over $38 million to more than 23,000 recipients. Fellowships include: The Gerber Foundation Fellowship in Pediatric Nutrition and W.K. Kellogg Foundation Fellowship in Health Policy Research
A.14. Association of Operating Room Nurses Foundation (AORN) Association of Operating Room Nurses (AORN), Inc.
Telephone: (303) 755-6304 x248 E-Mail: research@aorn.org
Research Grant Program
Internet: http://www.aorn.org/PracticeResources/NursingResearch/
AORN, the national association committed to improving patient safety in the surgical setting, is the premier resource for perioperative nurses, advancing the profession and the professional with valuable guidance as well as networking and resource-sharing opportunities. AORN currently offers a two research-based grant programs that are specifically designed to support the development of nurse researchers and to contribute to the scientific knowledge related to perioperative nursing practice.
The first grant program is designed to support qualified nurses to conduct research that enhances clinical practice in the perioperative setting. Researchers are encouraged to conduct research that aligns with AORN's research priorities, but all relevant research projects will be considered. Principal investigator is required to be a registered nurse (with a current license) in the perioperative setting or a registered nurse who demonstrates interest in or significant
contributions to perioperative nursing practice. Principal investigator must have, at a minimum, a master’s degree in nursing. Membership in either organization is acceptable but not required. Proposals are due April 1 each year and grants funds of $5,000.
The second grant program offers grant funding up to $15,000 for degree completion research efforts from AORN/American Nurses Foundation. ANF provides funds to beginner and experienced nurse researchers to conduct studies that contribute toward the advancement of nursing science and the enhancement of patient care. Awards are given in all areas of nursing, including healthy patient outcomes, health care policy development, critical care, gerontology, women’s health, community and family intervention. These types of grants are restricted to AORN members and must address one of AORN's research priorities.
A.15. Association of Teachers of Preventative Medicine (APTR)
Association of Teachers of Preventative Medicine Training Projects
1001 Connecticut Ave NW Suite 610 Washington, DC 20036
(202) 463-0555 htn@atpm.org
Internet: http://www.atpm.org/prof_dev/fellowships.html
Career Development and Training Opportunities Internet: http://www.atpm.org/pasp/index.html
The Association for Prevention Teaching and Research (APTR) is a leading resource for training opportunities in the fields of prevention and public health. Since 1986, students and professionals have gained valuable experience at government health agencies through the various APTR
training initiatives. An individual must be a member of APTR at the time the position is awarded. It is also expected that the awardee will renew his or her membership annually. For further information regarding APTR individual membership, please contact the APTR Membership Department at info@aptrweb.org.
APTR-ODPHP Public Health Fellowship
Internet: http://www.aptrweb.org/prof_dev/fellowships_Healthpolicy.html The Association for Prevention Teaching and Research (APTR) with support from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), Office of Disease Prevention and Health Promotion (ODPHP), offers Health Policy Fellowships to eligible individuals in the public health field. ODPHP’s mission is to provide leadership for a healthier America by initiating,
coordinating, and supporting disease prevention and health promotion activities, programs, policies, and information for the Department of Health and Human Services through
collaboration with HHS agencies and other partners in prevention. ODPHP primarily carries out this mission from its office in Rockville, MD. This fellowship program provides leadership training in health policy and interconnected fields for preventive medicine and primary care physicians; master’s, doctoral and post-doctoral level graduate students; and early career professionals. Fellows will participate in federal-level meetings and have an opportunity to interact with leading experts in prevention and public health. Fellows receive inter-professional training at the national level, gain first-hand knowledge of how policy is formulated, and
personally contribute to initiatives of nationwide importance.
APTR Preventive Medicine & Public Health Fellowship Program Internet: http://www.aptrweb.org/prof_dev/fellowships_prevmed.html
Fellowship opportunities in public health and preventive medicine interest areas are available with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) through the APTR Preventive Medicine and Public Health Fellowship Program. Fellows will gain leadership experience in public health practice and policy, access to state-of-the-art technology and national databases, and will train with leading experts in the field of preventive medicine and public health.
Luther Terry Fellowship
Internet: http://www.aptrweb.org/prof_dev/fellowships_terry.html
The Luther Terry Fellowship provides unique opportunities to enhance leadership skills and foster professional growth while contributing to important national prevention initiatives. While working at the Office of Disease Prevention and Health Promotion (ODPHP), the Fellow with be a part of the complex interplay of science and politics that forms the basis for health policy. The Luther Terry Fellowship provides an unparalleled opportunity for professional growth and development as a national figure in both prevention policy and medical education. The
fellowship is an excellent opportunity for a clinician to gain substantial health policy experience. The fellow is engaged in policy development and decision making at the highest levels within the Department of Health & Human Services. He/she has frequent contact with the public health community and gains substantial insight into the operations and interactions of its constituent
Paul Ambrose Scholars Program
The Paul Ambrose Scholars Program engages student leaders in building new visions, models, and experiences for health professions education and the Nation's health. The program consists of a three-day symposium in the summer that: Provides leadership training and education to graduate clinical health professional students interested in public health, prevention, health care policy, and medical and health sciences education. Cultivates student leaders capable of
expanding the focus of health professions education. Following the symposium, Paul Ambrose Scholars complete a health promotion project within their school or community. Following the symposium, Scholars develop and implement a health promotion or disease prevention project at their institutions or in their communities. Students enlist a mentor from their institution who has previous knowledge and interest in prevention and health promotion to guide them in executing the project. Scholars receive a $200 reimbursable micro-grant to assist with project-related costs.
Residency Rotations in Health Policy
Internet: http://www.aptrweb.org/prof_dev/residency.html
The Association for Prevention Teaching and Research (APTR) offers continuing field placements for Preventive Medicine (general preventive medicine/public health, occupational medicine, and aerospace medicine) and Primary Care residents (with demonstrated interest in public health/health policy experience) at the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ) and the Office of Disease Prevention and Health Promotion(ODPHP).
A.16. The Association of Schools of Public Health (ASPH)
Association of Schools of Public Health Center for Graduate Practice
2872 Woodcock Blvd., Suite. 211 Washington, DC 2005
Internet: https://internships.asph.org/index.cfm
ASPH/CDC Allan Rosenfield Global Health Fellowship Program Internet: https://fellowships.asph.org/Programs/details.cfm?program
ID=%21%260%20%20%0A
The fellowship is an outstanding training opportunity to learn from leading global health experts in CDC headquarters in Atlanta as well as various international posts. The students selected are expected to involve themselves in all aspects of global health. Once a candidate has accepted a fellowship position, he/she will receive detailed information on the logistics for the fellowship program and the fellowship position. Prior to leaving for the fellowship assignment locations, fellows will be required to travel to CDC in Atlanta, GA for a 10-day orientation in mid-September 2011. Fellowship assignments will begin following Orientation. To be eligible for this program, applicants must have received their Masters or Doctorate degree prior to the beginning of the fellowship (no later than August 2011) or within the last five years (no earlier
than May 2006). Graduate degrees must come from an ASPH member graduate school of public health accredited by the Council on Education for Public Health (CEPH). All applicants must be U.S. citizens or hold a visa permitting permanent residence (“Green Card”) in the U.S. to be eligible for the fellowship program.
ASPH/CDC Public Health Preparedness Fellowship Program Internet: https://fellowships.asph.org/Programs/details.cfm?
programID=%21%24%40%20%20%0A
The program will provide an opportunity for early-career public health professionals, with a keen interest in public health preparedness, to train at a state agency for one year on projects of their own design, with the guidance of a host-state mentor, that contribute to the critical preparedness mission of the state. In this way, the fellows will learn about the state’s public health mission as they gain valuable on-site experience in real-world problem solving. Fellows will be placed in participating public health agencies that are funded by CDC´s Public Health Emergency Preparedness (PHEP) program.. Selected fellows are required to relocate to the fellowship location. Relocation expenses will not be paid. Applicants must have earned a graduate degree from an ASPH-member graduate school of public health (accredited by the Council on
Education for Public Health) within the last five years. Applicants may still be enrolled at a SPH at the time of application, but must receive their degree prior to the expected start of the
Fellowship. The applicant must be a U.S. citizen or hold permanent residence in the U.S. (a “Green Card”) to be eligible for the Fellowship Program. Fellows will receive a stipend payment for the duration of the fellowship intended to cover all personal living expenses, including
housing.
ASPH/CDC Public Health Internship Program
Internet: https://internships.asph.org/Programs/details.cfm?programID=%21%230%20%20%0A The internship program is part of a Cooperative Agreement between the Association of Schools of Public Health and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. One of the primary purposes of this effort is to "identify new approaches and opportunities for field experience in which graduate candidates and early career professionals with graduate degrees can practice applying skills and knowledge learned in the classroom and field." This experience includes having access to state-of-the-art technology and databases, acquiring skills and knowledge to enhance students’ careers and to providing the experience to work with leading experts in the field of public health. Internship positions are for twelve weeks/40 hours a week during the Fall/Winter and the Spring/Summer. Internship opportunities will be located at CDC in Atlanta or at CDC geographical locations throughout the United States. Any full- or part-time student, who is enrolled in a master’s or doctoral level degree program is eligible. Applicants must be affiliated with the Association of Schools of Public Health (ASPH) Council on Education in Public Health (CEPH) accredited schools of public health. Applicant must be an U.S. citizen or hold a visa permitting permanent residence in the U.S. to be eligible for the internship program.
ASPH/CDC/PRC Minority Fellowships
The overall intent of the ASPH/CDC/PRC Minority Health Fellowship Program is to enhance the preparation of future public health professionals from ethnic and racial minorities by
providing unique training opportunities in prevention research. The Program aims to expand minority representation in public health prevention research. Applications will be accepted from under-represented minority students including African American or Black American, Hispanic or Latino, American Indian or Alaska Native, and Asian or Pacific Islander. Selected fellows will conduct research related to their dissertation topics, under the direction and guidance of the CDC/PRC’s leading experts in public health and prevention research. The research must
correlate to the activities and core research areas of their home PRCs. Fellows are expected to be on-site at their home PRCs for approximately 20 hours per week for a one-year period and will receive a stipend to support their research and training activities during this time. In addition, fellows will receive an expense allowance to help offset the costs associated with health-insurance premiums, project-related travel, tuition, project-related materials, journal subscriptions, and association dues incurred during the fellowship year. The fellowship is intended to further the dissertation work of the selected fellows while completing their doctoral degrees. Fellows will be based at the PRC where they propose to do their research. This is usually at the PRC that is located within their own school.
ASPH Public Health Policy Fellowship (Congressional) Internet: http://www.asph.org/document.cfm?page=1055
The ASPH Public Health Policy Fellowship Program is an outstanding opportunity for young public health professionals to experience and participate in the federal health policy process. The ASPH Public Health Policy Fellowship Program places fellows for one year in
congressional or committee offices on Capitol Hill, or with executive branch agencies, in Washington, DC, where they observe and participate in the legislative process as it pertains to public health. To date, six graduates from ASPH-member schools have been placed through this program – three with the Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions (HELP) Committee, one with the House Energy and Commerce Committee, one with the office of Senator Sherrod Brown (D-Ohio), and one with the Department of Health and Human Services, Office of the Assistant Secretary for Financial Resources (ASFR). Students must have received an MPH or doctorate degree prior to the beginning of the fellowship. Early career professionals with MPH or Doctorate degrees (within 5 years of graduation) may also apply for the program. Applicants must have received their degree(s) from an ASPH-member, CEPH-accredited graduate school of public health. This program includes a stipend to cover all living expenses including housing and project related travel.
CDC/CSTE Applied Epidemiology Fellowship Program
Internet: http://www.asph.org/document.cfm?page=751&JobProg_ID=15
In response to the need for a skilled workforce in applied epidemiology at state and local health departments, the Council of State and Territorial Epidemiologists (CSTE) has established the CSTE Applied Epidemiology Fellowship Program in partnership with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and ASPH. The goal of the fellowship is to provide a high quality on-the-job training experience in applied epidemiology for recent graduates and to prepare fellows for long-term career placement at the state and local level. Based on their career
aspirations and available positions, fellows are carefully matched to a state or local health agency or CDC Quarantine Station under the guidance of an experienced mentor. During their tenure, fellows will be expected to complete activities and achieve competencies related to
epidemiologic methods, communication skills, public health practice, policy and legal issues. Fellows will demonstrate acquired core competencies by participating in prescribed activities. This program targets students who have successfully completed a MPH, MSPH or an equivalent or advanced level degree in a health related field.
A.17. Association of University Programs in Health Administration (AUPHA)
David Winston Health Policy Fellowship (Congressional) Internet: http://www.winstonfellowship.com/thefellowship.html
T he David A. Winston Health Policy Fellowship provides a unique opportunity to learn about the political system through direct exposure to public and private sector roles in health policy development. The Fellowship embodies Mr. Winston’s commitment to the public/private partnership necessary for a high quality, market oriented health care system. The Fellowship is sponsored by the David A. Winston Health Policy Fellowship Board of Trustees and is
administered in collaboration with the Association of University Programs in Health Administration (AUPHA). The Fellowship is a 12-16 month postgraduate experience in Washington, D.C. The first portion of the Fellowship is a planned rotation of at least three months during which the Fellow will visit various centers of current health policy development at the national level, and may include activities at nearby state capitals. During the final months, the Fellow will pursue a personal interest project with the guidance of an Advisory Committee comprised of key policy makers from the private and public sectors. This program gives the Fellow the advantage of the Committee’s judgment and access, as well as an opportunity for personal initiative and exploration of a single issue.
A.18. Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute (CHCI)
Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute 911 2nd Street NE
Washington, DC 20002 Phone: 202.543.1771 Fax: 202.546.2143
CHCI Public Policy Fellowship Program
Internet: http://www.chci.org/fellowships/page/chci-public-policy-fellowship
The CHCI Public Policy Fellowship (PPF) seeks to enhance participants' leadership abilities, strengthen professional skills and ultimately produce more competent and competitive Latino professionals in public policy areas. This fellowship provides gain hands-on experience at the national level in public policy. of their choice. The fellows' intensive work experience is enhanced by weekly leadership training sessions that allow them to meet with national leaders
from the members of CHCI's staff and Alumni Association. All participants also receive personal support and guidance from the members of CHCI's staff and Alumni Association. This Fellowship Program offers talented Latinos, who have earned a bachelor's degree within two years of the program start date a paid, nine-month fellowship. The program provides a $2,200 monthly stipend to help cover housing and local expenses.
A.19.The Greenlining Institute
Contact: Danielle Trimiew Phone: (510) 926-4007
Email: academy@greenlining.org
Leadership Academy Fellows Program Internet: http://greenlining.org/academy/fellows.php
The Fellowship Program is a year-long training program for young leaders that have completed, at minimum, their undergraduate degrees by the start of the program. Fellows are assigned to specific program areas and develop expertise with the direction of a Program Manager and the Academy Director. Although the curriculum is similar to that of the Associates program, Fellows are given more responsibility and independence to implement projects and programs. Fellows participate in leadership skills workshops, attend meetings with key stakeholders, and conduct site visits to community, government, and corporate entities. Fellows receive regular mentorship, professional and personal skill development and are given opportunities to interact with the media, write reports/press releases, fundraise, testify at policy hearings, and participate in key meetings with top government officials, corporate CEOs, and political leaders. As a Fellow, one works 37.5 hours per week and earns $33,800 per year plus health benefits.
A.20. Institute for Healthcare Improvement (IHI)
Institute for Healthcare Improvement
20 University Road, Cambridge, MA 02138 Contact: Joelle Baehrend
Email: jbaehrend@ihi.org Phone: 617-301-4816
The Kaiser Permanente Safety Net Fellowship Internet: www.IHI.org/Fellowships
Fellows will spend one year on site at IHI in Cambridge, Massachusetts. Each fellow has a structured individualized learning and work plan and individually tailored projects under the direction of an IHI mentor. Fellows will receive personalized guidance to help them re-engage and transform their own institutions after graduation. Fellowships include travel and tuition, and support expenses associated with individual learning plans. The fellowship is designed for mid-career professionals who will return to senior leadership positions in their home organizations. We would, however, consider a very strong application from a more junior candidate. All successful candidates must have full-time employment with an organization who will sponsor
them for the fellowship (salary and benefits for the year are paid by the home organization) and show commitment to leveraging learning appropriately post-fellowship.
A.21. Institute for Women’s Policy Research
Internships
Internet: http://www.iwpr.org/about/internships
IWPR is committed to assisting the professional development of students and graduates interested in economic justice for women. IWPR's internship program is designed to provide participants with challenging work experiences under the guidance and supervision of researchers with extensive knowledge of women's policy issues and social science research.
Research Internship:Interns will provide administrative and research support to researchers.
Communications and Outreach Internship: Interns will provide administrative and editorial support to the communications team Development Internship: Interns will provide administrative and grant research support to the development team and will have the opportunity to learn about nonprofit fundraising, grant applications, and direct mail programs. IWPR receives support from foundations and government agencies, as well as individual and organizational supporters. All IWPR interns must have good computer skills, excellent writing and communication skills, and an interest in women's issues. Prior office experience is desirable. IWPR is committed to diversity and encourages people of all ethnic, cultural, economic, and sexual orientations to apply. The Spring Internships go from January to May, and the Fall Internships go from
September to December. These are unpaid, part-time positions. We ask that Interns work at least 10 hours per week.
A.22. The National Black Nurses Association, Inc. (NBNA)
8630 Fenton Street, Suite 330 Silver Spring, MD 20910-3803
E-mail: General Information: contact@nbna.org Internet: http://www.nbna.org/
NBNA Scholarships
Internet: http://www.nbna.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=74&Itemid=71 NBNA is committed to excellence in education and conducts continuing education programs for nurses and allied health professionals throughout the year. The association provides annual scholarships for students. The National Black Nurses Association, Inc. offers various scholarships each year including: Dr. Lauranne Sams Scholarship, Mayo Foundations
Scholarship, Pepsi Co Scholarship, Gannett Healthcare Group Scholarship, Martha R. Dudley LVN/LPN Scholarship, Nursing Spectrum, Cynthia J. Richards “Pay It Forward” Scholarship, Rita E. Miller Scholarship, Martha A. Dawson Genesis Scholarship, Le Grande Trottman Scholarship, Margaret Pemberton Scholarship, NBNA Board of Directors Scholarship, Kaiser Permanente Scholarship, Dr. Hilda Richards Scholarship, These scholarships will range from $500-$2000 Scholarship Requirements: candidate must be currently enrolled in a nursing
of application; must be a member of NBNA and a member of a local chapter (if one exists in your area); applicant must have at least one full year of school remaining.
A.23. National Hispanic Medical Association (NHMA)
National Hispanic Medical Association Selection Committee Leadership Fellowship 1700 17th Street, NW, Suite 405 Washington, D.C. 20009 Tel. (202) 265-4297 Fax (202) 234-5468 E-mail: nhma@earthlink.net Internet: http://www.nhmamd.org
Hispanic Physician Leadership Initiative
Internet: http://www.nhmamd.org/programs/hispanic-physician-leadership
The purpose of the Initiative is to develop a national health communications infrastructure and program that reduces health disparities of heart disease, cancer and diabetes among Hispanics through the NHMA Hispanic Health Portal (hispanichealth.info) and health campaigns, leadership skills of Hispanic physicians to enter into key decision making positions in Federal and State public service, and leadership skills of medical and health professionals to develop community partnerships. Healthy People 2010 objectives for cancer, obesity and diabetes will be targeted. The project would increase healthy lifestyles and ultimately, health status of Hispanics in the U.S. In Year 1 of the project, NHMA will 1) develop a health communications
infrastructure; 2) coordinate a health communications program through public/private partnerships focused on cancer, obesity and diabetes activities, including a Hispanic health database, NHMA Annual Conference, Newsletter, list serves, Hispanic Health Portal
(hispanichealth.info); 3) convene a National Leadership Institute at the 14th NHMA Annual Conference; and 4) attend the annual OMH technical assistance meeting. In Years 2-5 of the project, NHMA will continue these activities, as well as to engage its networks to strengthen and expand partnerships through State Hispanic Health Leadership Summits & health campaigns in California, Texas and New York, and work with the US Department of Health and Human Services Office of Minority Health (OMH) to expand health communications and public/private partnerships to eliminate and reduce health disparities for Hispanics and other underserved. This initiative is being funded by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Office of Minority Health.
NHMA Resident Leadership Program
Internet: http://www.nhmamd.org/programs/resident-leadership-program The purpose of the NHMA Resident Leadership program is to promote the development of leadership potential of young resident physician members of the National Hispanic Medical Association. The emphasis is on the knowledge and skills necessary to take a leadership role in Federal and state health policy development and/or academia and focus on issues of importance
to the health of the Hispanic community. The sponsors are the Health Resources and Services Administration, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) and the National Hispanic Medical Association. Approximately 20 residents are selected each year and
applications are solicited from among the association membership. A committee consisting of association officers and faculty makes selection. The primary selection criteria will be leadership potential as evidenced in work experience and other community activities. Appropriate letters of recommendation are part of the application package. Residents are expected to arrange to be given time off from work to participate in the program. Expenses for the residents related to attending the NHMA Conference and the California or New York Institutes will be paid.
A.24. Partners Healthcare
John Co, MD, MPH, Interim Director
Kraft Center Fellowship in Community Health Leadership Email: kraftcenterfellowship@partners.org
The Kraft Center Fellowship in Community Health Leadership
Internet: http://www.partners.org/Graduate-Medical-Education/Residency-And-Fellowship-Programs/Kraft-Center-Fellowship/Default.aspx
This fellowship seeks to improve access to excellent, comprehensive care for diverse, low and moderate income individuals and families. This program is open to physicians and masters prepared nurses. The fellowship’s goal is to prepare future physician leaders who will help ensure the delivery of high quality care in community based settings that serve predominantly diverse, low-and moderate-income individuals and families and undeserved communities. These leasers will combine excellent clinical skills with an understanding of public health principles, patient centered medical home, community related as well as community based participatory research. Applicants must be selected from physicians who have completed a Massachusetts residency program in one of the following disciplines: internal medicine, primary care,
pediatrics, medicine-pediatrics, family medicine, obstetrics and gynecology, psychiatry or child psychiatry. Fellows will receive an annual salary that include benefits and vacation time, tuition payment for their degree program, partial repayment of educational loans previously accrued and modest support for travel and conferences.
A.25. Southeast Public Health Leadership Institute (SEPHLI)
Amy Ward Program Director
Southeast Public Health Leadership Institute CB#8165
Chapel Hill, NC 27599-8165 T: 919-966-8449
F: 919-843-5563 alward@unc.edu
Internet: http://www.sephli.org/whatis/goalscomp.htm
This six-month program begins in March and ends in September 2011. Face-to-face interactions between the scholars and guest faculty will occur two times during the program year: at the beginning and at the end. Between these scheduled meetings, Institute activities will take place via distance learning using a mixture of both real time and asynchronous delivery modalities. Scholars are required to attend a conference call or Weimar each month, March through August. Each scholar will be required to complete a leadership project. This includes a home-based community public health project, in which the scholar is in a leadership position on a community team. Scholars will be required to write a final report for their project, the focus of which will be on the scholar's leadership development during the year, highlighting the experiences that helped build skills in the SEPHLI competency areas.
A.26. Women’s Research and Education Institute
Women's Research and Education Institute (WREI) 714 G Street S.E., Suite 200,
Washington, DC 20003 Internet: www.wrei.org
WREI Congressional Fellows on Women and Public Policy Internet: http://www.wrei.org/Fellows.htm
WREI awards annual fellowships to a select number of graduate students with a proven commitment to equity for women. WREI Fellows gain practical policymaking experience and graduate credit as they work from January to August as Congressional legislative aides in Washington, D.C. Fellows receive stipends for tuition and living expenses. Fellows are selected on the basis of academic competence as well as their demonstrated interest in the public policy process. They are expected to be articulate, adaptable and to have strong writing skills. Only students who are currently in, or have recently completed, a graduate or professional-degree program at an accredited institution in the United States are eligible. This program provides stipends for tuition and living expenses.
