Over 300 viewers turned into the live webcast panel discussion "Sexual Identity, Health and Stigma in India: Traditional Statuses and Western Influences." Read more
India Center Event Webcast
This documentary examines Nigeria's battle with maternal mortality and highlights a collaboration between GHI and University of Ibadan. Learn more
"The Edge of Joy" by Dawn Sinclair Shapiro
The second five day workshop on clinical research had over 60 participants in Abuja, Nigeria in September 2011. Read more
Principles and Practice of Clinical Research Workshop in Abuja, Nigeria
Welcome to the Global Health Initiative's website
The Global Health Initiative (GHI) is an interdisciplinary program dedicated to improving health and well-being through education, research and training, and service in partnership with communities in the United States and around the world. Because so many academic disciplines are needed to address the challenges of global health, GHI leveradges the unique institutional strength of the University of Chicago to bring together faculty and students from different schools and programs on campus.
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Careers in Global Health Panel
"Global Health Initiative (GHI) Panel: Experts Discuss Their Careers in Global Health and Making an Impact Around the World."
Tuesday, February 21, at 5:30 pm
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Faculty Spotlight
Listen to Emily Oster, PhD, Associate Professor of Economics, re-examine the stats on AIDS in Africa. Watch now...