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When
19th November 2026
6pm - 7:30pm
Where
Online
Cost
Free
Audience
Professional and Career Development
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Ready to tackle some of the world's biggest health challenges? Natural hazard-induced disasters, disease outbreaks, humanitarian emergencies and complex community health challenges are increasing the need for skilled professionals who can respond, lead and help communities prepare and recover.
Join JCU Public Health and Tropical Medicine academics, graduates and health professionals to explore careers in public health, disaster health and humanitarian assistance. Hear real-world experiences from those working in this exciting field, and gain insight into the diverse roles, environments and challenges this work can involve.
The webinar will explore the skills needed to respond to public health threats and emergencies, support communities before, during and after disasters, and contribute to humanitarian responses and longer-term improvements in population health. Discover the career opportunities available across these growing fields and how postgraduate study at JCU can build the knowledge and practical skills to in government, health services, community organisations, humanitarian settings and other sectors.
Whether you are looking to extend your current health career or take it in a new direction, the session will provide insight into how public health, disaster health and humanitarian assistance can create opportunities to make a meaningful impact at local, national and global levels.