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  • Public Health Education
  • Health Equity

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  • COVID-19 disproportionately affected marginalized populations, highlighting systemic inequities.
  • There is a critical need to address health disparities exacerbated by the pandemic.
  • Partners In Health (PIH) and University of Global Health Equity (UGHE) developed a course on pandemic preparedness and response.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To describe the design and implementation of a case-based short course.
  • To transfer knowledge and skills in equity approaches to pandemic preparedness and response.
  • To evaluate the effectiveness of the educational model.

Main Methods:

  • A four-module, case-based short course was delivered.
  • Case studies from the US (Massachusetts, Navajo Nation) and Rwanda were utilized.
  • A mixed-method analysis of post-session surveys assessed knowledge acquisition and participant satisfaction.

Main Results:

  • Participants reported an immediate need for skills to address COVID-19.
  • High likelihood (4.75/5) of applying course content in professional practice.
  • Average correct answers ranged from 82-88%; 70-90% reported excellent or very good understanding.

Conclusions:

  • The training enhanced understanding of social determinants of health and equity in pandemics.
  • Key topics included the intersection of racism, wealth inequality, and neocolonialism.
  • Participants reported deepened understanding of vulnerable communities and increased global solidarity.