Informed and Empowered Communities
The Health Media Centre
Health for all
Strengthening access, acceptance and translation of health information into health outcomes.
Informed and empowered communities
our values
Excellence
We strive for excellence, from quality science outputs to best governance practices; we push ourselves and our partners to aim for the highest standards in everything we are doing.
Accountability
We take responsibility and ownership towards achieving our goals through high levels of integrity. We are answerable to the communities we serve, our funders and partners.
Equity
We embody equity in everything we do by bringing everyone along the journey. We ensure a level playing field and empowerment for all organisations and individuals engaging with the Health Media Centre, as well as in all our external interactions.
Respect
We uphold the dignity of all people, their qualities and achievements and their right to apply their abilities to shape health communication outcomes. We are empathetic in our interactions recognising that everyone’s role is important.
WHAT WE DO
Health Literacy
Through this theme, we aim to improve health literacy to support timely and informed health decision making.
Health Communications Research
The team at the Health Media Centre conducts research to improve people’s health and wellbeing.
Public Interest Health Journalism
We facilitate timely and accurate health reporting.
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